Clinical Nurse Educator

<div style="margin-bottom: 0.0in;margin-left: 0.0in;margin-right: 0.0in;margin-top: 0.0in"> </div> <p><span style="font-size: 14.0px"><span style="font-family: Aptos , sans-serif">It is strongly preferred that the candidates have a strong background in sickle cell disease. The hiring manager <span>emphasized the need for these people to have a passion for working with patients with sickle cell disease and an expertise in the area</span>. He is willing to see candidates without sickle cell specific experience if they have strong clinical nurse educator industry experience.</span></span></p> <p> <span style="font-size: 11.0pt"><span style="font-family: Calibri , sans-serif"><strong><span>Who we are:</span></strong></span></span><br /> <span style="font-size: 11.0pt"><span style="font-family: Calibri , sans-serif"><span>This is a biopharmaceutical company that is fueled by connections. We thrive in a supportive, fun, and flexible environment full of people empowered to bring their whole selves to work. We care deeply about our work, each other, and the patients who count on us. Our teams cultivate strong bonds with patient communities, healthcare professionals, partners and colleagues, which helps us discover, develop and deliver therapies for genetically defined diseases – and make a bigger difference in their lives. In the U.S., this company markets a first-in-class pyruvate kinase (PK) activator for the treatment of hemolytic anemia in adults with PK deficiency. Building on the company’s leadership in the field of cellular metabolism, this company is advancing a robust clinical pipeline of investigational medicines with active and planned programs in alpha- and beta-thalassemia, sickle cell disease, pediatric PK deficiency and MDS-associated anemia.  <strong> </strong></span></span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 11.0pt"><span style="font-family: Calibri , sans-serif"><strong><span>The impact you will make:</span></strong></span></span><br /> <span style="font-size: 11.0pt"><span style="font-family: Calibri , sans-serif"><span>The <strong>Clinical Educator (CNE)</strong> is responsible for establishing strong working relationships with patients, healthcare professionals and internal partners. The CNE will utilize their professional skills and clinical experience to engage with health care providers to<span style="color: red"> present company support services, </span> <span style="color: red">educate about our </span>disease state education <span style="color: red">resources</span> and approved product and disease state messaging. The CNE will also gain insights from clinical teams and office staff supporting patients with <span style="color: red">Sickle Cell disease </span>to further their understanding of the disease burden associated with <span style="color: red">Sickle Cell disease</span> and the types of support they need for their patients. The CNE also supports the patient centric business model by providing disease and product education to patients and families affected by genetic disease for which the company provides a treatment option. </span></span></span><br /> <span style="font-size: 12.0pt"><span style="background-color: white"><span><strong><span style="font-size: 11.0pt"><span><span style="color: black">Territory to include this major market:  </span></span></span></strong></span></span></span><br /> <span style="font-size: 11.0pt"><span style="font-family: Calibri , sans-serif"><strong><span>What you will do:</span></strong></span></span></p> <ul> <li style="margin: 0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.5in;margin-right: 0.0in"><span style="font-size: 11.0pt"><span style="font-family: Calibri , sans-serif"><span>The CNE will work closely with patients, families and care teams to provide in-depth education and resources to support and empower patients/caregivers living with <span style="color: red">Sickle Cell disease.   </span></span></span></span> <li style="margin: 0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.5in;margin-right: 0.0in"><span style="font-size: 11.0pt"><span style="font-family: Calibri , sans-serif"><span>Provide opportunities to make connections with other patients and caregivers affected by <span style="color: red">Sickle Cell disease. </span></span></span></span> <li style="margin: 0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.5in;margin-right: 0.0in"><span style="font-size: 11.0pt"><span style="font-family: Calibri , sans-serif"><span>Deliver educational programs (in person or virtually) with patients, families and caregivers affected by <span style="color: red">Sickle Cell disease.  </span></span></span></span> <li style="margin: 0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.5in;margin-right: 0.0in"><span style="font-size: 11.0pt"><span style="font-family: Calibri , sans-serif"><span>Utilize approved messaging during engagements with healthcare professionals to provide disease state education and raise awareness of <span style="color: red">Sickle Cell disease </span>and the role of the Clinical Nurse Educator.  </span></span></span> <li style="margin: 0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.5in;margin-right: 0.0in"><span style="font-size: 11.0pt"><span style="font-family: Calibri , sans-serif"><span>Effectively collaborate with cross functional partners (Hemolytic Anemia Specialists (and Patient Support Managers) on complex patient and customer issues. </span></span></span> <li style="margin-bottom: 0.0in;margin: 0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.5in;margin-right: 0.0in"><span style="font-size: 11.0pt"><span style="background-color: white"><span style="font-family: Calibri , sans-serif"><span style="background-color: white"><span><span style="color: black">Collaborate with the advocacy team (Patient Community Ambassadors) to identify regional diseases state education initiatives</span></span></span></span></span></span> <li style="margin: 0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.5in;margin-right: 0.0in"><span style="font-size: 11.0pt"><span style="font-family: Calibri , sans-serif"><span>Collaborate effectively with team members to address needs and enhance process improvement opportunities. </span></span></span> <li style="margin: 0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.5in;margin-right: 0.0in"><span style="font-size: 11.0pt"><span style="font-family: Calibri , sans-serif"><span>Timely follow up on committed appointments internally / externally</span></span></span> <li style="margin: 0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.5in;margin-right: 0.0in"><span style="font-size: 11.0pt"><span style="font-family: Calibri , sans-serif"><span>Delivers activity updates to regional colleagues, ensuring effective cross-functional collaboration within the regional team to support initiatives. </span></span></span> <li style="margin: 0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.5in;margin-right: 0.0in"><span style="font-size: 11.0pt"><span style="font-family: Calibri , sans-serif"><span>Document all activities in appropriate CRM tools to facilitate the tracking of key metrics. </span></span></span> <li style="margin: 0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt 0.5in;margin-right: 0.0in"><span style="font-size: 11.0pt"><span style="font-family: Calibri , sans-serif"><span>Ensure all activities are conducted in a manner that is compliant with industry rules, regulations and company policies.</span></span></span> </ul> <p><span style="font-size: 11.0pt"><span style="font-family: Calibri , sans-serif"><strong><span>What you bring: </span></strong></span></span></p> <ul> <li style="margin: 0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.5in;margin-right: 0.0in"><span style="font-size: 11.0pt"><span style="font-family: Calibri , sans-serif"><span>Bachelor’s degree, clinical background in nursing, an advance practice provider, Genetic Counseling.  Experience working with Sickle Cell disease patients/clinics. </span></span></span> <li style="margin: 0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.5in;margin-right: 0.0in"><span style="font-size: 11.0pt"><span style="font-family: Calibri , sans-serif"><span>5+ years of related experience, including supporting patients.  Hematology or rare disease background, Sickle Cell disease experience preferred. </span></span></span> </ul> <ul> <li style="margin: 0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.5in;margin-right: 0.0in"><span style="font-size: 11.0pt"><span style="font-family: Calibri , sans-serif"><span>Exceptional communications skills (written, verbal and presentation)</span></span></span> <li style="margin: 0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.5in;margin-right: 0.0in"><span style="font-size: 11.0pt"><span style="font-family: Calibri , sans-serif"><span>Ability to think strategically, work independently and collaborate across a diverse cross functional team, exhibiting a result driven mindset. </span></span></span> <li style="margin: 0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.5in;margin-right: 0.0in"><span style="font-size: 11.0pt"><span style="font-family: Calibri , sans-serif"><span>Ability to travel in the US (up to 50% travel) </span></span></span> </ul> <p><span style="font-size: 11.0pt"><span style="font-family: Calibri , sans-serif"><strong><span>Work Location:</span></strong></span></span><br /> <span style="font-size: 11.0pt"><span style="font-family: Calibri , sans-serif"><strong><span>Location Specific – Field/Remote:</span></strong><span> This is a remote based field position. Employees in field roles must reside within their designated territory. Regular conversations with manager are encouraged to ensure alignment on in-person presence/expectations. Travel may be required commensurate to the above job description and/or to attend team meetings and other company events.</span></span></span><br /> <span style="font-size: 11.0pt"><span style="font-family: Calibri , sans-serif"><strong><span>What we will give you:</span></strong></span></span></p> <ul> <li style="margin-bottom: 0.0in;margin: 0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.5in;margin-right: 0.0in"><span style="font-size: 11.0pt"><span style="background-color: white"><span style="font-family: Calibri , sans-serif"><strong><em><span><span style="color: black">Deliberate Development. </span></span></em></strong><span><span style="color: black">Your professional growth as one of our top priorities. </span></span></span></span></span> <li style="margin-bottom: 0.0in;margin: 0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.5in;margin-right: 0.0in"><span style="font-size: 11.0pt"><span style="background-color: white"><span style="font-family: Calibri , sans-serif"><strong><em><span><span style="color: black">Flexibility. </span></span></em></strong><span><span style="color: black">We’re all about individual needs. We embrace different perspectives, work styles, health and wellness approaches, care of families and productivity. When you’re at your best, we’re at our best.<strong><em> </em></strong></span></span></span></span></span> <li style="margin-bottom: 0.0in;margin: 0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.5in;margin-right: 0.0in"><span style="font-size: 11.0pt"><span style="background-color: white"><span style="font-family: Calibri , sans-serif"><strong><em><span><span style="color: black">Premium benefits package</span></span></em></strong><span><span style="color: black">. We invest in the health, wellbeing and security of our people with a premium benefits package that is well-rounded and flexible to help meet the varied personal and professional needs of every member of our team.</span></span></span></span></span> <li style="margin-bottom: 0.0in;margin: 0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.5in;margin-right: 0.0in"><span style="font-size: 11.0pt"><span style="background-color: white"><span style="font-family: Calibri , sans-serif"><strong><em><span><span style="color: black">Competitive performance-based compensation. </span></span></em></strong><span><span style="color: black">This includes both short- and long-term incentives that are connected to our business strategy.</span></span></span></span></span> <li style="margin-bottom: 0.0in;margin: 0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.5in;margin-right: 0.0in"><span style="font-size: 11.0pt"><span style="background-color: white"><span style="font-family: Calibri , sans-serif"><strong><em><span><span style="color: black">Psychological safety. </span></span></em></strong><span><span style="color: black"> We support an environment of fearlessness. We want you to share your ideas, speak candidly and take data-informed risks to help push the boundaries.</span></span></span></span></span> <li style="margin-bottom: 0.0in;margin: 0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.5in;margin-right: 0.0in"><span style="font-size: 11.0pt"><span style="background-color: white"><span style="font-family: Calibri , sans-serif"><strong><em><span><span style="color: black">Commitment to diversity. </span></span></em></strong><span><span style="color: black">We strive to foster a welcoming workplace where everyone can thrive. We’re continuously looking to improve the inclusivity of our workforce.</span></span></span></span></span> <li style="margin-bottom: 0.0in;margin: 0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt 0.5in;margin-right: 0.0in"><span style="font-size: 11.0pt"><span style="background-color: white"><span style="font-family: Calibri , sans-serif"><strong><em><span><span style="color: black">Commitment to community. </span></span></em></strong><span><span style="color: black">We’re an active participant in the communities that surround us – the communities where we live, and the community of people and their loved ones in need of better treatment options for conditions that are often overlooked.</span></span></span></span></span> </ul> <p> <span style="font-size: 11.0pt"><span style="font-family: Calibri , sans-serif"><strong>SCD ACE:</strong></span></span><br /> <span style="font-size: 11.0pt"><span style="font-family: Calibri , sans-serif">These roles will be patient-facing educators. Initially, as we start with zero patients, the ACE will spend time in offices and clinics creating awareness about the DSE program for SCD.  The ACE will build trust and credibility with providers, encouraging them to share information about the DSE program with their patients. This will help patients enroll in the DSE program to receive support, education, and connections from the ACE.</span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 11.0pt"><span style="font-family: Calibri , sans-serif"><strong>Critical Success Factors:</strong></span></span></p> <ul> <li style="margin: 0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.5in;margin-right: 0.0in"><span style="font-size: 11.0pt"><span style="font-family: Calibri , sans-serif">Outgoing and engaging personality with a passion for Sickle Cell disease. </span></span> <li style="margin: 0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.5in;margin-right: 0.0in"><span style="font-size: 11.0pt"><span style="font-family: Calibri , sans-serif">Someone that can work in an urban environment</span></span> <li style="margin: 0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.5in;margin-right: 0.0in"><span style="font-size: 11.0pt"><span style="font-family: Calibri , sans-serif">Comfortable creating new relationships with patients, advocates, and healthcare professionals (HCPs).</span></span> <li style="margin: 0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.5in;margin-right: 0.0in"><span style="font-size: 11.0pt"><span style="font-family: Calibri , sans-serif">Flexible and adaptable in their approach to meet the evolving needs of the patient community and company.</span></span> <li style="margin: 0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.5in;margin-right: 0.0in"><span style="font-size: 11.0pt"><span style="font-family: Calibri , sans-serif">Experience in SCD, empathy for the SCD community, or a strong desire to make a difference in the SCD community.</span></span> <li style="margin: 0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.5in;margin-right: 0.0in"><span style="font-size: 11.0pt"><span style="font-family: Calibri , sans-serif">Comfortable working in a fast paced work environment</span></span> <li style="margin: 0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.5in;margin-right: 0.0in"><span style="font-size: 11.0pt"><span style="font-family: Calibri , sans-serif"><strong><u>Previous industry experience</u></strong> in roles such as Clinical Nurse Educator, Patient Education Liaison, or similar positions. Industry experience is preferred, but contract workers will also be considered.</span></span> <li style="margin: 0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.5in;margin-right: 0.0in"><span style="font-size: 11.0pt"><span style="font-family: Calibri , sans-serif"><strong><u>For those with less industry experience</u></strong>, we are looking to hire RNs, GCs, NPs, or PAs currently working in clinics, preferably in the SCD space or hematology offices.</span></span> <li style="margin: 0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.5in;margin-right: 0.0in"><span style="font-size: 11.0pt"><span style="font-family: Calibri , sans-serif">Commitment to building a diverse team in terms of gender, ethnicity, thought, and experiences.</span></span> </ul> <p><span style="font-size: 11.0pt"><span style="font-family: Calibri , sans-serif"><strong>Geographies:</strong></span></span></p> <ul> <li style="margin: 0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.5in;margin-right: 0.0in"><span style="font-size: 11.0pt"><span style="font-family: Calibri , sans-serif"><strong>NYC/Philadelphia:</strong> NJ, Philly, Baltimore, DC</span></span> <li style="margin: 0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.5in;margin-right: 0.0in"><span style="font-size: 11.0pt"><span style="font-family: Calibri , sans-serif"><strong>Atlanta/Charlotte:</strong> VA, NC, SC, GA, AL, FL</span></span> <li style="margin: 0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.5in;margin-right: 0.0in"><span style="font-size: 11.0pt"><span style="font-family: Calibri , sans-serif"><strong>Texas:</strong> California, LA, MS</span></span> <li style="margin: 0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt 0.5in;margin-right: 0.0in"><span style="font-size: 11.0pt"><span style="font-family: Calibri , sans-serif"><strong>Detroit/Chicago:</strong> MI, IL, OH, Midwest</span></span> </ul>

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