Diabetes Care and Education Specialist - RN
About The Position
Sentara Leigh Hospital is seeking a full-time Diabetes Care and Education Specialist - RN for its Education Department. The role serves as an expert clinical resource for clinical staff and healthcare providers in inpatient and outpatient settings, including support groups. The specialist plans and coordinates diabetes care and education across the continuum in collaboration with other disciplines, community agencies, and organizations. The role provides education to patients, families, and staff to promote wellness and prevent diabetes-related complications, including guidance on monitoring blood sugar, administering insulin, and making lifestyle changes such as diet and exercise. The position is based in Norfolk, Virginia. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Sentara Leigh Hospital is a 274-bed acute care facility and a Magnet hospital for nursing excellence.
Requirements
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).
- Registered Nurse (RN) license.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) within 90 days of hire.
- Two years of diabetes nursing experience.
Responsibilities
- Serve as an expert clinical resource for clinical staff and healthcare providers in inpatient and outpatient settings, including support groups.
- Plan and coordinate diabetes care and education across the continuum in collaboration with other disciplines, community agencies, and organizations.
- Provide education to patients, families, and staff to promote wellness and prevent complications associated with diabetes.
- Educate patients on monitoring blood sugar levels, administering insulin, and implementing lifestyle changes such as diet and exercise.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision plans
- Paid time off and sick leave
- Paid parental and family caregiver leave
- Adoption, fertility, and surrogacy reimbursement up to $10,000
- Emergency backup care
- Long-term and short-term disability and critical illness plans
- Life insurance
- 401(k)/403(b) with employer match
- Tuition assistance up to $5,250 per year and discounted educational opportunities
- Student debt pay down up to $10,000
- Pet insurance
- Legal resources plan
- Annual discretionary bonus, subject to system and employee eligibility criteria
- Paid holidays
- Educational assistance or student loan repayment
- Performance Plus Bonus
- Career advancement opportunities
- Work Perks
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
