Diabetes Education Supervisor (RN) - 40 hours, days
About The Position
At UMass Memorial Health, everyone is a caregiver – regardless of their title or responsibilities. Exceptional patient care, academic excellence and leading-edge research make UMass Memorial the premier health system of Central Massachusetts, and a place where we can help you build the career you deserve. We are more than 20,000 employees, working together as one health system in a relentless pursuit of healing for our patients, community and each other. And everyone, in their own unique way, plays an important part, every day. Provides support to the Patient Education Coordinator in educating non-hospitalized individuals with diabetes. This includes direct patient education, collaboration with healthcare providers, and development of educational resources and departmental goals.
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited school of nursing (RN preparation)
- MA RN license
- Certified Diabetes Educator (CDE)
- Current CPR certification
- Experience teaching non-hospitalized individuals with diabetes
Nice To Haves
- BSN
Responsibilities
- Maintain current knowledge of patient education and diabetes-related topics through continuing education and professional development.
- Assist the Patient Education Coordinator in developing departmental goals, systems, and tools for patient and diabetes education.
- Support hospital and VNA staff in educating their patient populations by assessing learning needs and developing resources.
- Assess patient knowledge, learning styles, and needs, and provide education using adult learning principles.
- Maintain accurate records of patient education, including assessments, goals, interventions, and outcomes.
- Communicate education activities and patient progress to the Patient Education Coordinator.
- Collaborate with physicians and dietitians in managing referred patients, including identifying trends and communicating outcomes.
- Foster a respectful and communicative environment that promotes learning.
- Maintain cost-consciousness in educational activities, including inventory management and budget input.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
