RN Diabetes Educator - Pediatric Clinic

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Work Shift: 8 Hours - Day Shifts (United States of America) Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Salary Range: 29.50 - 44.50 Union Position: No Department Details The Diabetes Educator is involved with assessment, diagnosis, educating and proactively manage the patient's condition

This includes providing one-on-one and group education sessions, developing personalized care plans, monitoring patient progress, and collaborating with other healthcare professionals

They also play a crucial role in staying updated on the latest diabetes management techniques and participating in community outreach This position will be at the Pediatric Clinic with every 7th weekend call rotation at the Medical Center. - Monday - Friday 8am-5pm + 7th weekend Call - Experience is credit to the wage range - Must have a bachelor’s degree in nursing or willing to obtain within three years

Come join an impactful team and grow your nursing skills! Summary Educates patients on self-care involved in the diagnosis of diabetes; collects patient data to monitor health status and proactively manage the patient's condition.

Job Description

Organizes diabetes self-care materials including nutrition, medication, physical activity and glucose testing Educates patients on the necessary lifestyle changes involved in the diagnosis of diabetes

Demonstrates familiarity with pathophysiology, epidemiology, and clinical practice consistent with practice level Collects patient data on a regular basis, in order to monitor their health status

Makes suggestions on how to improve health conditions based on the analysis of patient data; refers patients with specific problems to other healthcare providers

Applies principles of program and/or business management to create a climate that supports successful self-management of diabetes Educates patients on self-care and lifestyle changes involved in the diagnosis of diabetes.

Qualifications

Must have a bachelor’s degree in nursing or willing to obtain within three years Graduate from an accredited nursing program preferred, including, but not limited to, American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN), Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN), and National League for Nursing Commission for Nursing Education Accreditation (NLN CNEA) preferred

Two years of experience as a clinical nurse is required with demonstrated leadership skills Previous experience and knowledge of Diabetes Management preferred Requires current licensure as a Registered Nurse in state(s) of practice and/or possess multi-state licensure privileges as required by position

Nurses performing nursing practice over the telephone require licensure in the states where the patients being served reside Must hold certification as a Certified Diabetes Educator from the National Certification Board of Diabetes Educators or obtain that certification within three years when eligible

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-877-673-0854 or send an email to talentsanfordhealth.org.