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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 LocationUniversity Health Truman Medical Center

Kansas City, Missouri

DepartmentCommunity Health Education

Position TypeFull time

Work Schedule8:00AM - 4:30PM

Hours Per Week40

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