Diabetic Educator - Atrium Health Cabarrus FT

Advocate Health and Hospitals Corporation•Concord, NC

15h•Onsite

About The Position

The Diabetic Educator will provide care following the National Standard for Diabetes Self-Management Education and Support (DSMES) as defined by the American Diabetes Association (ADA) or Association of Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (ADCES). This role involves assessing patient learning needs, goals, and barriers to care, and tailoring educational interventions accordingly. The educator will lead individual and group education sessions on diabetes management, including medication, nutrition, exercise, and blood glucose monitoring. They will provide formal instruction on diabetes management to patients (inpatient and/or outpatient). If a Registered Dietitian, they will provide medical nutrition therapy services for patients with diabetes or other referring diagnoses. The role also includes providing ongoing support and follow-up to ensure successful management of diabetes or other referring diagnoses, and maintaining knowledge of diabetes management technology and manufacturer protocols. Collaboration with the healthcare team to develop and implement comprehensive care plans is essential. Under Provider order with proven competencies and within departmental policy, the educator may adjust diabetes medications per protocol. Staying current on developments in diabetes care and education, ensuring compliance with ADA standards, and documenting and charging for services provided consistent with CMS and payor requirements and guidelines for DSMT and MNT services are key responsibilities. The educator must demonstrate knowledge and skills appropriate for the age of the patients served and understand the principles of growth and development over the life span. Additionally, the role serves as a health resource to the community by participating in community events and coordinating support meetings, and participates in the development and evaluation of patient education program and materials. The educator acts as a resource for health care providers, patients, and the community. If a teammate does not yet have CDCES, they must complete the required hours of diabetes-related continuing education annually, per ADA/ADCES requirements.

Requirements

Current license or certification to practice as a Registered Nurse (RN) or Registered Dietitian, in the State of applicable state .
Degree in Nursing, Dietetics, or other related disciplines that meet the certification eligibility requirements for CDCES.
Strong oral and written communication skills
Organizational and effective time management skills
Flexibility to adapt to changes in daily routine
Skills in public speaking (or potential to develop) for group/education classes or professional speaking opportunities
Self-directed

Nice To Haves

Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (CDCES) preferred.
If not certified, you must obtain certification within two years preferred but not to exceed 3 years.
If nursing degree, BSN preferred.
Master's degree in Dietetics req uired if Dietician license obtained after 01/01/2024 .
2 years of patient-oriented educational experience preferred with a broad range of knowledge on diabetes for age-appropriate population and its interrelation to co-existing health conditions.

Responsibilities

Provides care following the National Standard for Diabetes Self-Management Education and Support (DSMES) as defined by the American Diabetes Association (ADA) or Association of Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (ADCES).
Assess patient learning needs, goals, and barriers to care, and tailor educational interventions accordingly.
Lead individual and group education sessions on diabetes management, including medication, nutrition, exercise, and blood glucose monitoring.
Provides formal instruction on diabetes management to the patient (inpatient and/or outpatient).
If a Registered Dietitian, provide medical nutrition therapy services for patients with diabetes or other referring diagnosis
Provide ongoing support and follow-up to ensure successful management of diabetes or other referring diagnosis .
The educator will maintain knowledge of diabetes management technology and manufacturer protocols.
Collaborate with the healthcare team to develop and implement comprehensive care plans.
Under Provider order with proven competencies and within departmental policy, may adjust diabetes medications per protocol.
Stay current on developments in diabetes care and education, ensuring compliance with ADA standards.
Document and charge for services provided consistent with CMS and payor requirements and guidelines for DSMT and MNT services.
Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served.
Must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span.
Serves as a health resource to the community by participating in community events and coordinating support meetings.
Participates in the development and evaluation of patient education program and materials.
Acts as a resource for health care providers, patients and the community.
If a teammate does not yet have CDCES, must complete the required hours of diabetes-related continuing education annually, per ADA /ADCES requirements.

Benefits

Compensation Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
Incentive pay for select positions
Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
Paid Time Off programs
Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
Educational Assistance Program