Health Educator

Crusader Community Health Health Educator/Diabetic Educator

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Educator is a member of a team of professionals that support the work of the medical providers by educating patients regarding health promotion, disease prevention, and management of chronic diseases. Health education is provided by one-on-one counseling and group discussion at all clinic locations. The Health Educator also educates the community by participating in health promotion events and initiatives. This Educator will specialize in the health education needs of the diabetic population, and may provide health education that requires specialized and advanced training within this area.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:

1. Graduate of an approved school of Registered Professional Nursing.
2. Current Illinois Registered Professional Nursing license.
3. Current CPR certification.
4. Certified Diabetic Education Certification preferred.

Crusader Community Health serves the Rock River Valley area with quality primary health care for all people in need. CCH provides a comprehensive benefits package which includes: Medical, Dental, Flexible Spending/Health Savings Account, Life Insurance, Accident Coverage, Critical Illness Coverage. Employees enjoy company paid Life Insurance, Short Term Disability and Long Term Disability, paid Holidays, Personal Days, accrued Paid Time Off hours (PTO)- 18 days in the first year, and access to CE Direct (to receive some of your continuing education credits required to maintain your licensure). Additionally, employees may enroll in the CCH 403(b) Retirement Plan, with employer match after one year of service.