Skill
Patient Education
Healthcare and Medical
Patient education is the practice of teaching patients about their diagnosis, treatment options, medications, and self-care techniques to improve health outcomes and empower informed decision-making. Nurses, physicians, and health educators deliver this instruction through verbal explanation, written materials, and demonstrations tailored to a patient's needs and health literacy.
Patient Education in the job market
Last checked October 29, 2026
- Open roles
- 143
- Employers
- 7
- Median pay
- $110,000
- Disclose pay
- 38%
on Career App
hiring for it
from 54 roles
of these roles
Open roles requiring Patient Education (143)
Vocational Nurse (PACT)
Veterans Health Administration
Full-time · Livermore, CA · $58,187 – $105,899
This Veterans Affairs position provides practical nursing support within a primary care team structure, caring for patients with chronic and acute conditions. The role suits licensed vocational nurses seeking stable federal employment with comprehensive benefits and a structured Monday-to-Friday clinic schedule.
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Nurse (Peds)
Indian Health Service
Full-time · Pine Ridge, SD · $73,426 – $109,678
This is a pediatric nursing position in a clinic setting on the Pine Ridge Indian Reservation, South Dakota, providing direct care to children and families while supporting a multidisciplinary healthcare team. The role suits registered nurses at various experience levels from entry through senior, with federal employment benefits and a required service agreement.
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Nurse (Clinical/Obstetrics-Gynecology)
Military Treatment Facilities under DHA
Full-time · El Paso, TX · $98,624 – $125,249
A clinical nursing role focused on obstetric and gynecological patient care at a U.S. Army medical facility, requiring a nursing degree and licensure plus at least one year of experience in maternal-fetal or women's health nursing.
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RN Weekender Flex - Cardiovascular Surgery Stepdown
Cleveland Clinic
Full-time · Cleveland, OH
A registered nurse position in a cardiovascular surgery recovery unit at Cleveland Clinic, working a flexible weekend schedule with weekday hours while earning full-time benefits. This role suits experienced acute-care nurses looking for schedule flexibility and opportunities to work with complex post-surgical cardiac patients.
Listed on Cleveland Clinic’s careers site · Apply there ↗
Registered Nurse 2 OR - Ambulatory - Belle Meade Surgery Center
Vanderbilt University & Medical Center
Nashville, TN
This ambulatory surgery center role involves coordinating perioperative patient care, from pre-operative assessment through recovery and discharge planning. It suits registered nurses early in their careers who want structured growth in surgical nursing within an academic health system's supportive environment.
Listed on Vanderbilt University & Medical Center’s careers site · Apply there ↗
Infusion Nurse II, Cardiopulmonary - Accredo - Orlando, FL
Cigna
Full-time
This role delivers specialty infusion therapies to patients with cardiopulmonary conditions like pulmonary arterial hypertension, working across home, clinic, and hospital settings. It suits experienced nurses with intensive care or cardiac/pulmonary background who want autonomy and meaningful patient relationships while managing complex chronic diseases.
Listed on Cigna’s careers site · Apply there ↗
Med Surg RN Contract Assignment - 36 hrs./wk. - $78.60/hr. - Nights
AdventHealth
Contract · ADVENTHEALTH CASTLE ROCK · $74 / hour
Medical-surgical nursing position on night shifts in a hospital setting, suitable for experienced nurses seeking contract work with flexible scheduling and competitive hourly compensation.
Listed on AdventHealth’s careers site · Apply there ↗
Registered Nurse - Mental Health Intensive Case Management
Veterans Health Administration
Full-time · Northport, NY · $98,819 – $168,074
This VA mental health nursing role provides intensive case management to patients across the continuum of mental health care, with eligibility for a federal education debt repayment program offering up to $200,000 in student loan reimbursement. The position suits registered nurses with mental health experience seeking stable federal employment with comprehensive benefits and a predictable Monday-Friday schedule.
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Community Health Technician
Indian Health Service
Crow Agency, MT · $37,193 – $47,334
This role delivers health education and transportation support to underserved elderly and adolescent populations, coordinating with nursing staff to facilitate medical access and promote preventive health. It suits someone with healthcare background or volunteer experience who can provide both direct care and community outreach in a government health program.
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Practical Nurse (Inpatient)
Military Treatment Facilities under DHA
Full-time · Eglin Afb, FL · $40,736 – $52,957
This federal nursing role at Eglin Air Force Base provides inpatient care including medication administration, patient monitoring, and assistance with medical procedures under the supervision of RNs or physicians. It suits licensed practical nurses seeking stable federal employment with potential incentives for relocation and loan repayment.
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Asked for alongside Patient Education
Measured from the 143 open roles that name Patient Education — not from a curated list.
- Medication Administration38 roles26.6%
- Nursing Process24 roles16.8%
- Care Coordination16 roles11.2%
- Wound Care9 roles6.3%
- Clinical Assessment4 roles2.8%
- Clinical Documentation4 roles2.8%
- Documentation4 roles2.8%
- Emergency Response4 roles2.8%
What employers state they pay
Median
$110,000
Middle half
$93,000 – $118,000
From 54 of 143 open roles — the 38% that publish a range, annualized to USD. Only some employers state pay, and the ones that do skew to California and New York, where the law requires it.
Who employers are hiring
- Entry65%
- Mid28%
- Senior3%
- Lead / Staff / Principal2%
- Management1%
From 88 roles whose posting states a level.
Where Patient Education roles are
Among the 132 of 143 open roles we could place on a map.
Roles that use Patient Education
Employers hiring for Patient Education
7 in total, most open roles first.
- VAVeterans Health Administration44 roles
- CCCleveland Clinic17 roles
- AdventHealth5 roles
- ISIndian Health Service2 roles
- MD
Reports mentioning Patient Education
- Texas Posts 538 New Roles This Week, Down 34 as Every-State Count Climbs 7%Oct 29, 2026
- Arizona Added 184 New Roles This Week, Up 39% From 132Oct 28, 2026
- New York Opened 493 New Roles This Week, Up 25% From 394Oct 28, 2026
- North Carolina Opens 210 New Roles This Week, Down From 246Oct 27, 2026
- New Jersey Added 186 New Roles This Week, a 17.7% Gain While Overall Postings SlippedOct 26, 2026
Related skills
Curated neighbors in the taxonomy, whether or not employers ask for them together.