Diabetes Disease Coordinator

Dayton Children's Hospital • Dayton, OH

10d • Onsite

About The Position

The Disease Coordinator in the Division of Endocrinology works collaboratively with medical staff, nursing, social service and other staff to ensure that a Diabetes Education implemented for all pediatric patients in both the inpatient and ambulatory settings. The disease coordinator provides education to parents and patients in the ambulatory and inpatient settings in collaboration with nursing staff in these assigned areas. Staff education and community education issues related to management of children and young adults with endocrine conditions is also a component of this role. Requires knowledge of infants to adulthood growth and development. Coordinates a disease specific registry of patients and collaborates with their providers to reach best outcomes. Uses motivational interviewing skills to administer treatments and track patient compliance in a manner that improves clinical outcomes and reduces cost. Educates patients and families on their specific disease processes and provides ongoing assessment and re-evaluation of health care needs. Assists with managing patients in care transitions between visits and hospitalizations. Responsible for monitoring patient compliance with evidence based clinical guidelines for specific diseases.

Requirements

• Registered Nurse (RN) - Ohio Board of Nursing
• Basic Life Support for Healthcare & Public Safety - American Heart Association
• Bachelors: Nursing (Required)
• Healthcare Experience

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of infants to adulthood growth and development.

Responsibilities

• Implement Diabetes Education for all pediatric patients in inpatient and ambulatory settings.
• Provide education to parents and patients in ambulatory and inpatient settings in collaboration with nursing staff.
• Address staff education and community education issues related to the management of children and young adults with endocrine conditions.
• Coordinate a disease-specific registry of patients and collaborate with their providers to achieve optimal outcomes.
• Utilize motivational interviewing skills to administer treatments and track patient compliance.
• Educate patients and families on their specific disease processes.
• Provide ongoing assessment and re-evaluation of patient healthcare needs.
• Assist with managing patients during care transitions between visits and hospitalizations.
• Monitor patient compliance with evidence-based clinical guidelines for specific diseases.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level