UnityPoint Health·Fort Dodge, Iowa
The coordinator plans, implements, and evaluates BCLS, ACLS, and PALS training programs while maintaining records and regulatory compliance. They also build community partnerships and manage the Health Education Center's budget and growth.
Monday-Friday; 8:00
AM - 4:30 PM (alternating days) Are you passionate about making a difference through education, collaboration, and community impact? Join our team as a Health Education Coordinator, where no two days are ever the same! In this dynamic role, you’ll work closely with our Health Education Center, partner organizations offering credit courses, community fire and emergency personnel, and the American Heart Association to support and coordinate Training Center operations. From building strong community partnerships to helping deliver life-saving education and training opportunities, you’ll play a key role in empowering others and strengthening the health and safety of our community. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, love connecting with people, and want your work to truly matter, we’d love to meet you. Apply today and help turn knowledge into lifesaving action! Why UnityPoint Health? At UnityPoint Health, you matter. We’re proud to be recognized as a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare by Becker's Healthcare several years in a row for our commitment to our team members. Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you’re in.
Here are just a few: Expect paid time off, parental leave, 401K matching and an employee recognition program. Dental and health insurance, paid holidays, short and long-term disability and more. We even offer pet insurance for your four-legged family members. Early access to earned wages with Daily Pay, tuition reimbursement to help further your career and adoption assistance to help you grow your family. With a collective goal to champion a culture of belonging where everyone feels valued and respected, we honor the ways people are unique and embrace what brings us together. And, we believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is a vital part of delivering an exceptional employment experience. Find a fulfilling career and make a difference with UnityPoint Health.
Plans, develops, implements, and evaluates Training Center BCLS, ACLS, and PALS programs. Develops course objectives and maintains course outlines and appropriate records. Recruits and evaluates instructional personnel. Maintains strong relationships and open communication lines with area services, health facilities, and agencies served by the Health Education Center. Maintains appropriate records and initiates and processes all forms necessary to function and meet national, state, and local regulations and requirements. Contributes to the annual budget process of the Health Education Center and operates within the budget's constraints. Promotes and supports the Health Education Center and its growth in all settings.
Education: High School Diploma is required. Associate's degree in nursing is preferred.
A high school diploma is required, though an associate degree in nursing is preferred. Candidates must have at least 3 years of experience as a paramedic or RN and hold specific ACLS and BCLS instructor certifications.
Market context
In Iowa, Health Education Coordinator roles are typically competitive because employers look for candidates who can teach, train, and support clinical or community health programs while meeting instructor credential requirements. This posting asks for a high school diploma, prefers an associate degree in nursing, and requires at least 3 years of paramedic or RN experience plus ACLS and BCLS instructor certifications. Job requirements and benefits here are AI-summarized from the original job description, helping you review the role faster; if you apply, confirm your instructor credentials and recent teaching or training experience are clearly listed.