Nurse Educator (Helena)

University of Arkansas at Little Rock; United States; Remote; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a dynamic Nurse Educator to join their team. This role focuses on improving maternal health through community engagement and program management. The Nurse Educator will evaluate health risks, manage relationships with participants, and ensure the success of health initiatives. This position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in the community while working in a collaborative environment. If you are passionate about health education and community service, this role is perfect for you!

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision plans

Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave

Education discount for staff and dependents

Retirement matching contributions

Basic Life Insurance

Career Training and Educational Opportunities

Merchant Discounts

Concierge prescription delivery

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Nursing Program with relevant experience.
• Valid Arkansas Registered Nursing license and BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Manage relationships with program participants and local organizations.
• Track program progress and ensure objectives are met.
• Engage in outreach and participant recruitment activities.

Skills

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Health Education Delivery

Interpersonal Skills

Ability to Work Independently

Education

Associate Degree in Nursing

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)

Tools

Electronic Health Records (EHR)

Program Management Software

Job description

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Closing Date: 05/03/2025
Type of Position: Instructional Development
Job Type: Regular
Work Shift:
Sponsorship Available: No
Institution Name: University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.

UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits eligible positions only):

• Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
• Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
• Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
• Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
• Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
• Career Training and Educational Opportunities
• Merchant Discounts
• Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening. To apply for the position, please click the Apply link/button.

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual preference, or pregnancy. Federal law prohibits the University from discriminating on these bases. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University's Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.

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Department: ICHI | Maternal and Mobile Health

Summary of Job Duties: We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Nurse Educator to join our team in Helena, AR. This role will work closely with our Maternal Health projects to evaluate and assess health risks on program participants and patients seen on our mobile health units or community-based locations. Additionally, the Nurse Educator will be responsible for managing relationships with program participants and local organizations. The successful candidate will track program progress and timeline deliverables to ensure the goals and objectives of the project are met while also ensuring that relationships with participants and institutional stakeholders are maintained throughout the project. They will engage in various activities such as outreach and participant recruitment, participant screening and assessment, health education, care coordination/service navigation, and community education/engagement. The Nurse Educator will play a vital role in tracking program deliverables through effective utilization of program management software and will proactively identify any barriers and ensure that all program objectives are met and that data collection is accurate.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Graduate of an accredited Nursing Program with an associate degree with seven (7) years of experience as an educator/instructor or RN experience OR BSN in Nursing plus five (5) years’ experience as an educator/instructor or RN.
• One (1) year of experience in a clinical environment.
• Valid Arkansas Registered Nursing license.
• Current BLS certification OR must successfully obtain certification within the first thirty (30) days of employment.
• A valid AR driver's license is required with current automobile insurance and a reliable car for moderate travel to LR occasionally and to surrounding communities (mileage reimbursed at the current state mileage reimbursement rate) if a state vehicle is not available—occasional out-of-state travel.
• A personal working cell phone is required.
• Must be able to work evenings and weekends as needed.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to establish rapport with diverse populations.
• Proficiency in program management software and electronic health records systems.
• Ability to evaluate and assess health risks.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Knowledge of community health principles and evidence-based practices.
• Knowledge of care coordination and service navigation.
• Ability to deliver health education and engage in community education activities.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to identify and address barriers.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experienced in providing health education and engaging in community education.
• EPIC Experience.
• Bilingual.
• Maternal Health or women’s health experience.

Additional Information:

Key Responsibilities:
Mobile Health Clinic Obligations:

• Prepares patients for clinic visits by obtaining vitals and entering data into the EHR; accompanying patients to assigned exam rooms; obtaining patients HPI; updating active problems and medication lists; and updating allergies and past surgical and medical history.
• Communicates summary of reason for patient’s visit to provider.
• Gathers and places supplies and instruments appropriate for anticipated exams and/or procedures, based on stated reason for appointment or information gleaned during the intake.
• Assists the provider with patient care.
• Administer medications and vaccines per protocol or as ordered by the provider and perform point-of-care testing.
• Reinforces patient education and instructions at the conclusion of the visit.
• Assists patient in scheduling follow-up appointments.
• Assists patients with scheduling appointments with outside providers when an outgoing referral is ordered.
• Exhibits competency with professional nursing skills and EHR documentation.
• Exhibits professionalism by maintaining a positive working relationship with patients, providers, and employees.
• Assists with cleaning, stocking, preparation, and driving of mobile health units.

Develops and manages relationships with program participants and community stakeholders.

• Coordinates communication with community stakeholders. Works with program managers to develop and deliver appropriate outreach and communication for projects.
• Responsible for relationship building and management with external partners.
• Frequently track and report on program deliverables through effective utilization of program management software.
• Identifies barriers and utilizes good problem-solving skills to address issues that arise in regard to participant relationships, ensuring all program objectives are met and data collection processes and procedures are followed.
• Inform program and clinic decisions as related to culturally adapting services to the black/ AA and Hispanic communities.

May perform other duties as assigned.

Salary Information: Commensurate with education and experience

Required Documents to Apply: License or Certificate (see special instructions for submission instructions), Resume

Optional Documents: Curriculum Vitae, Proof of Veteran Status
Special Instructions to Applicants:

Recruitment Contact Information:

Please contact [e-mail] for any recruiting related questions.

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS.

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements: Annual TB Screening, Criminal Background Check

This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity. The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

Constant Physical Activity: Grasping, Hearing, Lifting, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Reaching, Sharps, Standing, Stooping, Talking, Walking
Frequent Physical Activity: Kneeling, Pulling, Pushing
Occasional Physical Activity: Driving
Benefits Eligible: Yes