Diabetes Nurse Educator, Casual

WVU Medicine

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Performs patient assessment and plans, delivers and evaluates patient education to selected populations across the continuums of illness and lifespan. Assumes a role as a resource person by participating in community outreach and education support.

Requirements

Current Registered Nurse license issued by the state in which services will be provided or current multi-state Registered Nurse license through the enhanced Nurse Licensure Compact (eNLC).
Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist through the Certification Board for Diabetes Care and Education or due within two (2) years of hire.
Obtain certification in Basic Life Support within 30 days of hire date.
Two (2) years of clinical experience with One (1) year in the care of diabetic patients.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Nursing (BSN).
Certification in Diabetic Education upon hire.
Five (5) years of clinical experience in nursing.

Responsibilities

Identifies education needs of the community and those with diabetes.
Attends diabetes advisory committee meetings as assigned.
Performs patient assessment, delivers education and evaluates patient’s obtainment of goals.
Assists in maintaining the American Diabetes Association certification as applicable.
Participates in community outreach and educational support.
Advocates on behalf of the patient and families.
Communicates with primary care providers, members of the multi-disciplinary team relevant questions concerns, and patient outcomes.
Participates in performance improvement activities to assure quality patient care.
Completes daily rounds to assess patient status.
Ensures all necessary testing and scheduling is complete prior to necessary procedures.
Compiles reference materials, summarizes data and prepares reports, and drafts manuals and materials.