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Welcome page Returning Candidate? Log back in! RN - Diabetes Educator Requisition ID 2019-64589 Category Food Services and Nutrition Location US-IA-Cedar Rapids Address 1002 4th Ave SE Affiliate 9200 UnityPoint Clinic Affiliate City Cedar Rapids Department Diabetes and Kidney Center- CR State IA FTE 0.6 FLSA Non-Exempt Scheduled Hours/Shift Monday-Friday, Daytime hours (part-time) Work Type (Portal Searching) Part Time Benefits Overview Diabetes Educator UnityPoint Clinics PT - 24 hours/week (Monday-Friday, Daytime w/ occasional evenings)   Benefits include: Health, Dental, Vision, 401(k) Match, Disability Coverage, Paid Time Off/Holidays, Critical Care Coverage, Parental Leave, Annual Pay Raise and more!!   Is involved in teaching of the patient and family and community.  Acts as a consultant and resource person for staff. Is involved with development of clinical pathways and protocols related to care of patient.  Responsibilities Care Coordination ·         Collaborate with physicians in the coordination of care of the patient. ·         Serve as a resource to nursing staff as well as to other health care personnel involved in the care of the specific specialty.  ·         Responsible for the development and ongoing coordination of care of the patient in the specific specialty.   Clinical Excellence ·         Current on technology and medications. ·         Efficient with continuous glucose monitors, pumps, software, and phone apps. ·         Patient interviewing. ·         May serve other departments as assigned. ·         Maintain organizational policies, procedures and objectives; performs functions other than described due to extenuating circumstances.  ·         Conduct or facilitate implementation of research studies, and translate research findings into nursing practice.  ·         Act as a consultant both within the institution and to outside agencies or groups. ·         Share knowledge to facilitate the interdisciplinary approach to patient care. ·         Balance team and individual responsibilities; be open and objective to other’s views; give and welcome feedback; contribute to positive team goals and put the success of the team above own interests. ·         Work with the clinic staff for mentoring support. ·         Develop, implement and evaluate standards of practice and care of the specialty patient population. ·         Provide appropriate and timely documentation in the patient's electronic health record using standardized workflows and processes.  ·         Perform other duties as requested by Clinic Administrator to facilitate the smooth and effective operations of the office. Patient Education ·         Glucose reviews, insulin and medication management, assess patterns. ·         Scheduling patients, phone calls, troubleshoot meters and pumps. ·         Consult with individuals, families, community agencies, or colleagues from associated disciplines or within nursing. ·         Serve as a resource in educating the patients, family and community regarding information relevant to health and wellness and illness prevention.   Basic UPH Performance Criteria           ·         Demonstrates the UnityPoint Health Values and Standards of Behaviors as well as adheres to policies and procedures and safety guidelines. ·         Demonstrates ability to meet business needs of department with regular, reliable attendance. ·         Employee maintains current licenses and/or certifications required for the position. ·         Practices and reflects knowledge of HIPAA, TJC, DNV, OSHA and other federal/state regulatory agencies guiding healthcare. ·         Completes all annual education and competency requirements within the calendar year. ·         Is knowledgeable of hospital and department compliance requirements for federally funded healthcare programs (e.g. Medicare and Medicaid) regarding fraud, waste and abuse.  Brings any questions or concerns regarding compliance to the immediate attention of hospital administrative staff.  Takes appropriate action on concerns reported by department staff related to compliance.   Qualifications   Minimum Requirements   Preferred or Specialized   Education:     ·         Graduate of an accredited nursing or dietitian program.    BSN preferred; willingness to complete Bachelor’s degree.   Experience:     ·         Requires clinical knowledge and analytical abilities necessary to plan and evaluate patient care.   Five (5) years of clinical experience preferred.   License(s)/Certification(s):         ·         Current Iowa/Illinois/Wisconsin license to practice as a Registered Nurse or a Registered/Licensed Dietitian. ·         BLS and Mandatory Reporter certification. ·         Valid driver’s license when driving any vehicle for work-related reasons. ·         Person Centered Care (PCC) course completion within first 12 months of hire and annual completion of competency validation activities.   Certificate in Diabetes Education preferred.   Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:         ·         Creative thinking; analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities; self-direction; theoretical implementation and evaluation. ·         Ability to direct others and to exercise judgment in problem situations. ·         Strong interpersonal skills. ·         Strong computer skills. ·         Ability to work as a team member. ·         Able to write, read, comprehend and speak fluent English. ·         Strong verbal and written communication skills.   Other:       Use of usual and customary equipment used to perform essential functions of the position.     Apply for this job online Email this job to a friend Share on your newsfeed Need help finding the right job? 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​ProHealth Care has been the health care leader in Waukesha County and surrounding areas for the past century, providing outstanding care across a full spectrum of services. The people of ProHealth Care strive to continuously improve the health and well-being of the community by combining skill, compassion and innovation. The ProHealth family includes Waukesha Memorial Hospital, Oconomowoc Memorial Hospital, the Rehabilitation Hospital of Wisconsin, ProHealth Medical Group clinics, AngelsGrace Hospice, ProHealth Home Care & Hospice, West Wood Health & Fitness Center and Regency Senior Communities. Learn more at ProHealthCare.org Schedule: Daily hours typically are Monday through Friday and are based on commitments and department priorities. Project work impacts overall schedule. The Staff Development Specialist (Clinical Educator) role is responsible for each new hires onboarding plan, unit education and staff development for Surgical Services and GI Procedure departments at Waukesha Memorial and Oconomowoc Memorial. Provides instruction to new hires required to attend clinical team orientation which outlines the primary expectations and key deliverables for the organization. Examples include the training and validating of skills to ensure competency and continued growth throughout the employees' career. Systematically reviews and evaluates the work and outcomes to ensure regulatory and safety measures are in place and adhered to. This role participates on strategic committees to serve as a resource as well as to create education and communication plans to successfully implement new processes, procedures and use of clinical equipment. Qualifications: Minimum Education level is Bachelor's degree in Nursing Wisconsin Registered Nurse Licensure Previous clinical experience in surgical setting required CNOR certification preferred Certified Instructor in one of the following areas preferred: ACLS,PALS, NRP, PEARS ProHealth Care, one of the largest employers in Waukesha County, offers work that is challenging and rewarding. The organization is dedicated to providing the highest quality service to our patients and their families and treats each individual with respect – the way they should be treated. ProHealth Care supports a Just Culture, one that encourages an open learning environment and maintaining safe systems. We have high expectations for those who join our team of nearly 5,000 employees. In return, we offer exceptional career opportunities in a dynamic, health care system where the contributions of every team member are valued. ProHealth Care is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to an inclusive work environment and values the perspectives of our people. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability. *CA #LI-MO

We Are Hiring: Staff Development Specialist - Home Health & Hospice - Center for Learning & Innovation - .9FTE For more than a century, ProHealth Care has been the health care leader in Waukesha County and surrounding areas – providing outstanding care across a full spectrum of services. We strive to continuously improve our community’s health and well-being by combining skill, compassion and innovation. All members of our team – whether clinical or non-clinical – have a direct impact on the delivering on our brand promise “The Way You Should Be Treated”. Employees in our corporate departments are a vital part of our overall success and in turn indirectly help us provide exceptional patient care. What You Will Do: The Staff Development Specialist (Clinical Educator) role is responsible for each new hires onboarding plan, unit education and staff development for Surgical Services and GI Procedure departments at Waukesha Memorial and Oconomowoc Memorial. The SDS provides instruction to new hires required to attend clinical team orientation which outlines the primary expectations and key deliverables for the organization. Examples include the training and validating of skills to ensure competency and continued growth throughout the employees' career. This individual systematically reviews and evaluates the work and outcomes to ensure regulatory and safety measures are in place and adhered to. This role participates on strategic committees to serve as a resource as well as to create education and communication plans to successfully implement new processes, procedures and use of clinical equipment. What You Will Need: Minimum Education level is Bachelor's degree in Nursing Wisconsin Registered Nurse Licensure Previous clinical experience in surgical setting required CNOR certification preferred Certified Instructor in one of the following areas preferred: ACLS,PALS, NRP, PEARS Why Join ProHealth Care: We have nearly 5,000 dedicated clinical and non-clinical employees and physicians who work together every day to serve the health and well-being of our community. At ProHealth Care everyone contributes to the care our patients receive. And, everyone is treated with kindness and respect in our welcoming environment. This Position Will Offer You: Engaging and community focused culture Competitive Salaries Opportunity for professional career growth Robust benefits including: Generous PTO; Choices in insurance; HSA; Tuition reimbursement; immediate 401K match; discounted tickets to various entertainment, social and sporting events Enjoy our video series featuring our own employees sharing why they choose ProHealth Care and what they enjoy about working here. About Us: ProHealth Care has been the health care leader in Waukesha County and surrounding areas providing outstanding care across a full spectrum of services. The people of ProHealth Care strive to continuously improve the health and well-being of the community by combining skill, compassion and innovation. ProHealth Care supports a Just Culture, one that encourages an open learning environment and maintaining safe systems. The ProHealth family includes Waukesha Memorial Hospital, Oconomowoc Memorial Hospital, the Rehabilitation Hospital of Wisconsin, ProHealth Medical Group clinics, AngelsGrace Hospice, ProHealth Home Care & Hospice, West Wood Health & Fitness Center and Regency Senior Communities. This spring we will be opening an additional hospital in Mukwonago, offering more job opportunities. Learn more at ProHealthCare.org/Careers. ProHealth Care is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to an inclusive work environment and values the perspectives of our people. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability. *CA #LI-MO

Children’s Specialized Hospital is the nation’s leading provider of inpatient and outpatient care for children from birth to 21 years of age facing special health challenges — from chronic illnesses and complex physical disabilities like brain and spinal cord injuries, to developmental and behavioral issues like autism and mental health. Children's Specialized Hospital is now in its third century of caring for those in need. Our Boards of Trustees, physicians, therapists, nurses, staff, volunteers, and donors remain dedicated to the very ideals of the Hospital's founders and committed to providing the best care possible so that every child who seeks our help reaches their fullest potential. At 16 different New Jersey locations, our pediatric specialists partner with families to make our many innovative therapies and medical treatments more personalized and effective...so children can achieve more of their goals. Job Summary Along with other core team members, the Early Intervention educator screens, evaluates, and provides ongoing assessment. Aids in developing an Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP) for each child and provides direct services to children eligible for early intervention with delays in the areas of physical, cognitive, communication, social, and adaptive development. Instructs parents and caregivers by modeling appropriate strategies while focusing on the IFSP outcomes within the confines of the family routines. Problem solves and discusses the progress and challenges of each child, and prepares a transition|discharge plan when appropriate. Essential Job Functions • Takes responsibility for seeking supervision|consultation in relationship to clinical performance. Actively contributes to annual performance reviews and improvement plans, effectively utilizes feedback • Assists in the training of others in the EI philosophy as well as a variety of evidenced based intervention models. Communicates job specific concerns and participates in developing solutions. Attends and participates at in-service trainings|staff meetings and conference calls. • Travels in personal vehicle to and from the natural environment of each family assigned. • Accurately records the time and frequency of services provided and records that information along with required signatures for billing. Submits bill for services as required by departmental policies and procedures • Submits reports timely and accurately adhering to departmental volume|productivity requirements. • Maintains ongoing communication with office via email, text and telephone. Responds quickly to any request for information. • Completes developmental evaluations in the child’s natural environment, that accurately and efficiently identify strengths and needs. Communicates effectively with families and other team member in oral and written formats, in formal and informal situations. • Acts as the Team Leader, as appropriate, creates individual treatment plan to address IFSP outcomes which may include ABA|Verbal Behavior strategies and provide direction to CDA and|or other EIP Educators assigned. • Displays competency in writing, providing strategies that are appropriate, including measurable and functional outcomes, as part of the ifsp. Makes recommendations for services in collaboration with family, service coordination, and other team members based on the family concerns, outcomes and routines. • Addresses IFSP outcomes by selecting and adapting appropriate activities, incorporating a variety of intervention models including evidenced based strategies. Evaluates the effectiveness of methods while meeting family outcomes. • Uses the NJ Birth to Three Early Learning Standards as a common framework for understanding and communicating developmentally appropriate expectations for infants and toddlers. • Maintains sensitivity to parent’s personal circumstances as well as maintains confidentiality and adheres to NJEIS Code of Conduct. • Supports and enhances the family’s ability to interact with their child in their daily routines. • Completes session notes according to departmental rules and records data as appropriate for each child

Description Coordinates all activity related to ACGME requirements. Coordinates Residency Program Operations, Involves Documentation, Evaluations, Rotation schedules. Coordinate Medical Student Rotation. May assist with house staff budget with oversight by Academic Program Coordinator Qualifications High School Equivalent / GED 1-3 years of experience Experience working in an Academic setting, preferably in a residency program, Bachelor's Degree preferred, TAGME Certification preferred.

This position works with Community Health Program Manager to complete CHNAs, including engaging stakeholders, collecting and analyzing data, prioritizing health issues and documenting results. Manages daily operations and implementation of the programming and health improvement initiatives. Collaborates with community members and stakeholders to increase awareness of and participation of community health interventions and also coordinates or participates in community coalitions as appropriate. Leads or participates in internal work groups to further health improvement initiatives, as appropriate. Responsible for assisting the Community Health Program Manager in grant writing and reporting, developing and maintaining positive relationships with key community partners, and supporting grant writing and reporting as needed. Work Experience: 1-2 years experience in community health to include engagement, public health, and facilitation of groups.

Supports initial and ongoing staff assessments and identifies requirements for ongoing education for the Sterile Processing department technicians. Provides the monitoring of core competencies, providing input on employee evaluation and supports the internal audit and quality processes. The incumbent serves as the primary resource person for departmental skills and expert knowledge to sterile processing staff in their assigned areas; assists with an interdisciplinary approach to achieve excellence and continuity of sterile processing with a defined emphasis on staff education and practice. Work Experience: 3 years experience as a sterile processing technician. Demonstrated strong skills in the IMPRESS or equivalent web-based instrument tracking system. Ability to provide education to adult employees and experience in written, verbal, and multimedia methods preferred

Supports initial and ongoing staff assessments and identifies requirements for ongoing education for the Sterile Processing department technicians. Provides the monitoring of core competencies, providing input on employee evaluation and supports the internal audit and quality processes. The incumbent serves as the primary resource person for departmental skills and expert knowledge to sterile processing staff in their assigned areas; assists with an interdisciplinary approach to achieve excellence and continuity of sterile processing with a defined emphasis on staff education and practice. Work Experience: 3 years experience as a sterile processing technician. Demonstrated strong skills in the IMPRESS or equivalent web-based instrument tracking system. Ability to provide education to adult employees and experience in written, verbal, and multimedia methods preferred

Collaborates with Clinical Director to assure staff receive educational support for role. Flexibility to work the floor and/or assessment role in times of high census or staff deficiency. Monitor nursing documentation, identify deficiencies and collaborate with the Clinical Director to provide and schedule education. Mentor new staff, assisting to assess progress and provide resources as needed for orientation. Assist Clinical Director with EPIC  to train staff during transition period and/or cover for SuperUsers to attend training. Monitor regulatory requirements via chart audits. Participates in quality improvement initiatives and HBIPS core measures. Participate in FHC nursing development committees. Meet weekly with Clinical Director. Graduate of an approved School of Nursing with a current North Carolina RN license or RN multi-state licensure privilege through the Nurse Licensure Compact. Bachelor of Science in Nursing required; Masters in Nursing preferred. Minimum of three (3) years current clinical experience; two (2) years of medical-surgical or equivocal   and national certification in area of specialty in Behavioral Services field preferred. One (1) year of educator experience preferred. Crisis Intervention Levels 1, 2 and 3 required. BCLS required.

Parker is a pioneer in the field of long-term care and aging services. We are among the first to embrace person-directed care, small home models, and changing the conversation around aging in America. Parker is a not-for-profit organization with a mission "to discover ways to make aging manageable, relatable, and enriching for all of society" and a vision to "make aging part of life." With our tremendous growth, we are seeking an RN, Staff Clinical Educator for our home in Somerset, New Jersey. RN, Staff Clinical Educator - Full time, exempt - The RN, Staff Clinical Educator compliments the Director of Nursing Services in planning, developing, and directing all in-service education programs for nursing personnel and to conduct all mandatory in-service for Parker personnel. Provides clinical leadership and support to the nursing team to ensure high-quality person-centered care to our elders in accordance with Parker policies, standards of practice, and in compliance with local, state, and federal regulations. Excellent opportunity to work with a diverse and talented group of leaders in a dynamic and growing organization. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Valid Registered Nurse license by the State of New Jersey required Graduate of an accredited nursing program required Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred Valid Basic Life Support (BLS) certification by American Heart Association required Minimum of two (2) years of supervision experience in long-term care and/or sub-acute care preferred Minimum of one (1) year experience with computerized documentation systems preferred

- Bachelors degree is required The VCU Health System's Performance Improvement is seeking a full time Patient Safety Officer The Patient Safety Officer is accountable for supporting the patient safety program of VCU Health System. This includes supporting the Patient Safety Evaluation System activities, including the management of Patient Safety Work Product (PSWP). Supports the organization in the Serious Safety Event Investigation and Response. Conducts Pro-active and reactive risk assessments and analyses to include Root Cause Analysis, Apparent Cause Analysis, Failure Mode Effects Analysis, Common Cause Analysis, and Barrier Analysis. Works with providers and leadership to improve processes to reduce frequency and severity of undesirable events or trends in patient care. Acts as the subject matter expert in high reliability by reviewing process design to ensure the principles of high reliability will be incorporated into daily operations. Engages leadership and providers across the organization in our efforts to achieve zero preventable harm. Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for Hire: Current license in the Commonwealth of Virginia (e.g. Registered Nurse, Pharmacist, Nurse Practitioner, Registered Dietitian or similar) if candidate holds a professional license Certified Professional in Healthcare Quality preferred Certified Professional in Patient Safety preferred Certified Project Manager preferred Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt preferred Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for continued employment: Current license by the Commonwealth of Virginia is required if incumbent holds a professional license Experience REQUIRED: Minimum of two (2) years of work experience in the healthcare environment which may include hospital or clinic setting with specific experience in the following areas Position requires knowledge of medical care process, medical procedures, and terminology. Work requires previous training and/or experience in a patient safety or quality/performance improvement related field. Strong problem solving, project management, facilitation and teamwork skills. Leadership (formal or informal) in a healthcare organization; Ability to effectively communicate with others, both written and oral, in a formal and highly professional manner. Collecting, organizing and analyzing data Previous experience using a personal computer and software application to include the Internet, e-mail, Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, etc.) and graphics Experience PREFERRED 3-5 years experience with organization-wide patient safety programs and/or quality/performance improvement program Coordinating projects in an academic medical center with a wide variety of services, including ambulatory care, home care, emergency care, critical care, and inpatient care. Previous experience using mapping/flowcharting software and working with databases (e.g. Access, Visio) Demonstrated ability to provide direction, leadership and training to staff. Education/training REQUIRED: Bachelors Degree in Nursing, Healthcare Administration, Business Administration, or related clinical or academic field Education/training PREFERRED: Masters Degree in healthcare field (e.g. MSHA, MPH, MSN, MHA), Quality Engineering, Business Administration, or related field strongly preferred Fellowship in Patient Safety Supplemental course work in patient safety such as cause analysis methodologies/tools and data analysis EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their protected veteran or disability status.

The Quality Assurance & Education Coordinator is an experienced Patient Access professional with a current industry certification through NAHAM or HFMA, or the ability to obtain the certification within 6 months of hire. This position is responsible for the development, coordination, and implementation of quality assurance and education strategies for the hospital based Patient Access departments throughout Valley Health and the Valley Health Central Scheduling Department. The primary duties will include tracking and trending errors, actively correct accounts in Epic work queues, developing and distributing reports, acting as the liaison between the Central Business Office and the Patient Access team, developing training material for new hire onboarding, ad hoc needs, and annual learning, developing and maintaining a robust quality assurance program designed to identify errors, reduce frequency of errors, and improve clean claim processing. Coordinates the CHAA Certification process across the system, tracks new certification needs, renewals, and ensures fees are paid and renewal documentation is processed timely. This position requires travel to all Valley hospitals, typically during normal business hours and may require off hour travel to support front line training.

The Division of General Surgery, Section of Trauma Surgery, at the University of Kentucky College of Medicine is seeking a fellowship-trained board eligible/board certified Trauma surgeon interested in an academic career. The candidate must have successfully completed an accredited general surgery residency program and a Trauma/Critical Care surgical fellowship. The candidate must be committed to teaching, scholarly activity, and excellence in clinical care. Academic rank is dependent upon the candidate’s experience and qualification. The trauma surgery program services the University of Kentucky Chandler Medical Center and the Veteran’s Affairs Medical Center. Please include a CV along with application. Applications will be reviewed immediately, and will continue until the position is filled.

The Division of General Surgery, Section of Trauma Surgery, at the University of Kentucky College of Medicine is seeking a fellowship-trained board eligible/board certified Trauma surgeon interested in an academic career. The candidate must have successfully completed an accredited general surgery residency program and a Trauma/Critical Care surgical fellowship. The candidate must be committed to teaching, scholarly activity, and excellence in clinical care. Academic rank is dependent upon the candidate’s experience and qualification. The trauma surgery program services the University of Kentucky Chandler Medical Center and the Veteran’s Affairs Medical Center. Please include a CV along with application. Applications will be reviewed immediately, and will continue until the position is filled.

This position will be embedded in a Harm Reduction Program at the Louisville Metro Health Department and will serve as a Risk Reduction Specialist . This position will provide targeted HIV and Hepatitis C testing and counseling to persons presenting for services at the harm reduction programs to help the unaware learn of their status. This position will refer persons found to be positive for HIV or Hepatitis C to medical care and treatment services at key points of entry for Outpatient/Ambulatory Health Services, Medical Case Management, Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services. This position will provide counseling to persons at high-risk for contracting or transmitting HIV on how to reduce the risk of HIV transmission and will work with individuals to assess individual risk needs and connecting them to appropriate resources as needed. This position will provide information about medical and psychosocial support services and counseling to improve the participants health status. Educational topics covered to include: risk reduction strategies to reduce transmission including comprehensive HIV, Hepatitis C, and STI prevention counseling, preexposure prophylaxis (PrEP) for clients’ partners and treatment as prevention and harm reduction. This position will provide counseling to clients to improve their health literacy, increase retention in medical care, and improve treatment adherence to achieve better health outcomes. This position is distribute patient education materials (pamphlets and books) as well as risk reduction supplies (sharps containers and condoms) to persons at high risk for contracting or transmitting HIV. The Risk Reduction Specialists will represent the HRI program within the local health department and assist in collaborations and strategic planning. This position is part of the Harm Reduction Initiative and will be funded by the Kentucky AIDS Drug Assistance Program (KADAP) income Reinvestment Program (KIRP). This position is funded through June 30, 2020 and will require travel in a defined service area within the Commonwealth of Kentucky, specifically for Louisville Metro Health Department and the associated service area. This position is part of the Harm Reduction Initiative and will be funded by the Kentucky AIDS Drug Assistance Program (KADAP) income Reinvestment Program (KIRP). This position is funded through June 30, 2020 and will require travel in a defined service area within the Commonwealth of Kentucky, specifically for Louisville Metro Health Department and the associated service area.

This position will be embedded in a Harm Reduction Program at the Louisville Metro Public Health Department and will serve as a Risk Reduction Specialist Associate. This position will provide targeted HIV and Hepatitis C testing and counseling to persons presenting for services at the harm reduction programs to help the unaware learn of their status. This position will refer persons found to be positive for HIV or Hepatitis C to medical care and treatment services at key points of entry for Outpatient/Ambulatory Health Services, Medical Case Management, Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services. This position will provide interventions and educational information to persons at high-risk for contracting or transmitting HIV on how to reduce the risk of HIV transmission and will work with individuals to assess individual risk needs and connecting them to appropriate resources as needed. This position will provide information about medical and psychosocial support services and counseling to improve the participants health status. Educational topics covered to include: risk reduction strategies to reduce transmission including comprehensive HIV, Hepatitis C, and STI prevention counseling, preexposure prophylaxis (PrEP) for clients’ partners and treatment as prevention and harm reduction. This position will provide tools to clients to improve their health literacy, increase retention in medical care, and improve treatment adherence to achieve better health outcomes. This position is distribute patient education materials (pamphlets and books) as well as risk reduction supplies (sharps containers and condoms) to persons at high risk for contracting or transmitting HIV. The Risk Reduction Specialists will represent the HRI program within the local health department and assist in collaborations and strategic planning. This position is part of the Harm Reduction Initiative and will be funded by the Kentucky AIDS Drug Assistance Program (KADAP) income Reinvestment Program (KIRP). This position is currently funded through June 30, 2020 and will require travel in a defined service area within the Commonwealth of Kentucky, specifically for the Louisville Metro Health Department and related Service Area. This position is part of the Harm Reduction Initiative and will be funded by the Kentucky AIDS Drug Assistance Program (KADAP) income Reinvestment Program (KIRP). This position is currently funded through November 30, 2023 and will require travel in a defined service area within the Commonwealth of Kentucky, specifically for the Louisville Metro Health Department and related Service Area.

This position will be embedded in a Harm Reduction Program for the Lake Cumberland District Health Department and will serve as a Risk Reduction Specialist Associate. This position will provide targeted HIV and Hepatitis C testing and counseling to persons presenting for services at the harm reduction programs to help the unaware learn of their status. This position will refer persons found to be positive for HIV or Hepatitis C to medical care and treatment services at key points of entry for Outpatient/Ambulatory Health Services, Medical Case Management, Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services. This position will provide interventions and educational information to persons at high-risk for contracting or transmitting HIV on how to reduce the risk of HIV transmission and will work with individuals to assess individual risk needs and connecting them to appropriate resources as needed. This position will provide information about medical and psychosocial support services and counseling to improve the participants health status. Educational topics covered to include: risk reduction strategies to reduce transmission including comprehensive HIV, Hepatitis C, and STI prevention counseling, preexposure prophylaxis (PrEP) for clients’ partners and treatment as prevention and harm reduction. This position will provide tools to clients to improve their health literacy, increase retention in medical care, and improve treatment adherence to achieve better health outcomes. This position is distribute patient education materials (pamphlets and books) as well as risk reduction supplies (sharps containers and condoms) to persons at high risk for contracting or transmitting HIV. The Risk Reduction Specialists will represent the HRI program within the local health department and assist in collaborations and strategic planning. This position is part of the Harm Reduction Initiative and will be funded by the Kentucky AIDS Drug Assistance Program (KADAP) income Reinvestment Program (KIRP). This position is currently funded through November 30, 2023 and will require travel in a defined service area within the Commonwealth of Kentucky, specifically for the Lake Cumberland District Health Department service area.

This position will be embedded in a Harm Reduction Program for the Lake Cumberland District Health Department and will serve as a Risk Reduction Specialist Associate. This position will provide targeted HIV and Hepatitis C testing and counseling to persons presenting for services at the harm reduction programs to help the unaware learn of their status. This position will refer persons found to be positive for HIV or Hepatitis C to medical care and treatment services at key points of entry for Outpatient/Ambulatory Health Services, Medical Case Management, Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services. This position will provide interventions and educational information to persons at high-risk for contracting or transmitting HIV on how to reduce the risk of HIV transmission and will work with individuals to assess individual risk needs and connecting them to appropriate resources as needed. This position will provide information about medical and psychosocial support services and counseling to improve the participants health status. Educational topics covered to include: risk reduction strategies to reduce transmission including comprehensive HIV, Hepatitis C, and STI prevention counseling, preexposure prophylaxis (PrEP) for clients’ partners and treatment as prevention and harm reduction. This position will provide tools to clients to improve their health literacy, increase retention in medical care, and improve treatment adherence to achieve better health outcomes. This position is distribute patient education materials (pamphlets and books) as well as risk reduction supplies (sharps containers and condoms) to persons at high risk for contracting or transmitting HIV. The Risk Reduction Specialists will represent the HRI program within the local health department and assist in collaborations and strategic planning. This position is part of the Harm Reduction Initiative and will be funded by the Kentucky AIDS Drug Assistance Program (KADAP) income Reinvestment Program (KIRP). This position is currently funded through November 30, 2023 and will require travel in a defined service area within the Commonwealth of Kentucky, specifically for the Lake Cumberland District Health Department service area.