Diabetes Education Coordinator

Beloit Health System•Beloit, WI

2d•$33 - $52

About The Position

Beloit Health System at Beloit Memorial Hospital is hiring a Diabetes Education Coordinator for the Beloit Memorial Hospital Education department. This registered nurse coordinates the diabetes patient education program and curriculum, supports and evaluates diabetes self-management education and support services, and works with inpatient and outpatient referrals. The role is scheduled for 40 hours per week, with a first, varied shift and a listed schedule of 8 a.m.–4:30 p.m.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
Obtain a bachelor's degree within four years of hire.
State of Wisconsin or multistate nursing licensure is required; request Wisconsin licensure within 30 days.
Current Illinois licensure is required as needed for Northpointe job duties or assignments.
Broad knowledge of health and wellness and experience caring for people with diabetes and chronic diseases.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Ability to organize and prioritize multiple demands.
Maintain ethical conduct and confidentiality of patients’ personal and medical information.
Adhere to established health system and department policies, rules, and regulations.
Participate in educational programs and continually seek personal development.
Obtain BLS certification within three months of hire.

Nice To Haves

BSN or MSN preferred.
Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (CDCES) certification through the National Certification Board for Diabetes Educators preferred at time of hire.
Three to five years of recent clinical experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Serve as a liaison between the diabetes patient education advisory committee and facility administration.
Plan and participate in orientation sessions for new diabetes patient education personnel.
Provide or coordinate in-service education for diabetes patient education personnel.
Design and conduct evaluations of the content and effectiveness of the diabetes patient education program.
Coordinate ongoing and annual reviews of program resources.
Coordinate the program and curriculum, including supervising instructional and clerical staff working for the program and managing permanent patient education records.
Monitor and facilitate maintenance of DSMES team member qualifications.
Maintain ADA recognition and participate in evaluating the effectiveness of DSME services.
Follow up on inpatient consults and outpatient referrals.
Systematically and continuously collect and assess data related to patient health status to develop, execute, and evaluate the plan of care.
Work with the education team on assigned projects.
Perform other duties as assigned.