Nephrology Nurse Educator - Patient Empowerment

Kidney; Baton Rouge (LA); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health in Baton Rouge is seeking a dedicated Patient Educator to guide patients through their healthcare plans, explain treatment options, and support them in managing health conditions within a compassionate, patient-centered context.

The role requires a Bachelor’s in Nursing (Master’s preferred), current RN licensure, and experience in teaching or healthcare education; you will develop educational materials, document patient progress, and collaborate with clinicians to improve learning

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Nursing is required.
• Master's degree in Nursing is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver healthcare education sessions to patients
• Assess patient understanding and progress
• Develop personalized educational materials
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals to coordinate patient education
• Conduct follow-up consultations to reinforce learning
• Maintain accurate patient education records
• Research and integrate new educational resources
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Complies with all policies and standards

Skills

Communication

Time Management

Empathy

Patient Education

Collaboration

Adaptability

Problem Solving

Active Listening

Health Literacy

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Bachelor's Nursing degree

Master's Nursing degree

Job description

Ochsner Health in Baton Rouge is seeking a dedicated Patient Educator to guide patients through their healthcare plans, explain treatment options, and support them in managing health conditions within a compassionate, patient-centered context.

The role requires a Bachelor’s in Nursing (Master’s preferred), current RN licensure, and experience in teaching or healthcare education; you will develop educational materials, document patient progress, and collaborate with clinicians to improve learning