Nurse (RN), Patient Educator

Massachusetts General Hospital
United States, Massachusetts, Boston
55 Fruit Street (Show on map)
Sep 04, 2025
Summary As a role model to nurse clinicians, staff, other health care professionals and support services, provides education to those providing care, using the patient-centered model of care. Does this position require Patient Care? Yes Essential Functions -Provide disease specific selfcare education. -Teaches patients and the families regarding treatment expectations. -Maintain accurate, detailed reports and records. -Plan, develop, present, and evaluate educational programs as related to patient population. Education Bachelor's Degree Nursing required or Master's Degree Nursing preferred Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No Licenses and Credentials Registered Nurse [RN - State License] - Generic - HR Only preferred Basic Life Support [BLS Certification] - Data Conversion - Various Issuers preferred ICEA Certification - International Childbirth Education Association preferred Certified Diabetes Educator [CDE/CDCES] - Certification Board for Diabetes Care and Education preferred Experience 2-3 years preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities - Strong patient/customer service skills. - Strong communication skills. - Ability to build strong relationships. - Knowledgeable of the care required by respective age groups for which care is being provided. The General Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.