Clinical Sleep Educator-Durable Medical Equipment Full Time Days

At Northwestern Medicine, every patient interaction makes a difference in cultivating a positive workplace. This patient-first approach is what sets us apart as a leader in the healthcare industry. As an integral part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to join our quest for better healthcare, no matter where you work within the Northwestern Medicine system. At Northwestern Medicine, we pride ourselves on providing competitive benefits: from tuition reimbursement and loan forgiveness to 401(k) matching and lifecycle benefits, we take care of our employees. Ready to join our quest for better?

• 40 hours/week
• 10 hours/day
• 4 days/week
  • 2 days will be at Delnor Hospital
  • 2 days will be at Kishwaukee Hospital 

The Clinical Sleep Educator reflects the mission, vision, and values of NM, adheres to the organization's Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards.

The Clinical Sleep Educator works in collaboration with the physicians in the provision of quality sleep education courses. This role assists the Practice Administrator in administrative functions and course development as needed. The Clinical Sleep Educator serves as a role model for all staff in all aspects of professional and leadership activities in support of the standards and guidelines related to sleep education.

Responsibilities:

• Provides personalized, evidence based course content according to documented program designs for sleep courses.
• Administers, collects and reviews program evaluations. Utilizes information as a tool for self-improvement.
• Resolves concerns with client satisfaction and reports problems and solutions to Practice Administrator.
• Responsible for professional growth and development through continuing education, participation in applicable professional societies and maintains current knowledge of sleep education.
• Serves as a patient and family advocate and treats all families with respect and dignity; provides emotional support.
• Assists with special programs and projects as delegated by the Practice Administrator; participates in updating sleep education programs as needed.
• Demonstrates organization skills, effective communication with clients/families and efficient use of course time allotted.

Required:

• Respiratory Care Practioner (RCP) or Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) or Registered Polysomnography Technologist (RPSGT)
• Educational experience

Preferred:

• Bachelor’s degree
• Previous sleep instruction experience
• Certification in Clinical Sleep Health (CCSH)

Northwestern Medicine is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status.