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Chronic Disease Management Specialist-RN - Community Health Education - UH Truman Medical Center (8:00a-4:30p; Mon - Fri; 5 days per week)

101 Truman Medical Center

Job Location

University Health Truman Medical Center

Kansas City, Missouri

Department

Community Health Education

Position Type

Full time

Work Schedule

8:00AM - 4:30PM

Hours Per Week

40

Job Description

Community Health Nurse – Chronic Disease Management & Prevention

_Empower communities. Advocate for wellness. Lead transformative health education._

Position Summary:

As a **Community Health Nurse** specializing in **chronic disease management and prevention** , you will serve as a subject matter expert within the **Community Health Strategies team** . Your focus will be to develop, implement, and support impactful **health education and outreach programs** aimed at reducing risk factors and improving quality of life for individuals living with chronic conditions.

Through culturally competent engagement, you’ll help **bridge gaps in healthcare access** , provide **motivational health coaching** , and collaborate across departments and community organizations to build healthier, stronger populations.

Key Responsibilities:

+ Lead and coordinate community outreach and education programs focused on chronic disease risk reduction and symptom management

+ Serve as a community-based advocate and coach to help individuals navigate the healthcare system and reach personal health goals

+ Deliver culturally relevant health education, enrollment support, and wellness programming

+ Actively engage in initiatives related to **nutrition, nourishment** , and **community health needs assessments**

+ Build and maintain strategic partnerships with internal teams and external organizations

+ Represent the organization in community events and educational forums through public speaking and health promotion

Minimum Requirements:

+ **Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)**

+ **Licensed RN in the state of Missouri**

+ **5–7 years’ experience** in program and/or project management

+ Mastery in **public speaking, motivational interviewing, and solution-focused coaching**

+ Strong **written and interpersonal communication skills**

+ Experience in **community or public health nursing**

+ Personally committed to wellness—actively pursuing your own health goals

+ Proficient in **Microsoft Office Suite**

+ Able to work a **flexible schedule** , including some evenings and weekends

+ If required to drive, must meet **Fleet Driving Safety** compliance and hold a current, valid **Class E license** in Missouri or Kansas

Preferred Qualifications:

+ **Bilingual in Spanish and English**

+ **Certified Diabetes Educator (CDE)**

+ Certified **Wellness Coach** , **ACSM Health Fitness Specialist** , or **CHES (Certified Health Education Specialist)**

Why Join Us?

• Help shape community health initiatives that make a real difference

• Work in a values-driven environment that supports wellness and equity

• Build partnerships that strengthen lives across the region

Working at University Health is about making a difference. It's providing the best care to every patient every day.

University Health (UH), is committed to being a leader in providing a culturally inclusive workplace for our employees. UH is an equal opportunity employer. We value and celebrate our differences. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless, but not limited to race, ethnicity, religion, beliefs, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation), national origin, ancestry, language, age, citizenship, genetic information, marital status, socioeconomic status, literacy, disability, mobility, abilities, veteran status and any other category protected by applicable law.