Diabetic Educator

Tenet Healthcare • Commerce Charter Township, MI

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision, plans and renders professional care to meet the physical and psychophysical needs of patients in a physician office and hospital out-patient clinic setting. Works closely with other professional and auxiliary personnel providing personal comprehensive out-patient care.

Requirements

• Graduate of accredited school of nursing. Current license to practice professional nursing by the State of Michigan.
• Previous experience with diabetic teaching.
• Bachelor’s degree in Dietetics with completion of registration through the American Dietetic Association.
• Two years of diabetic teaching with Certification in Diabetes Education

Nice To Haves

• Certification in Diabetic Education preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assists nursing staff with patient care when necessary (i.e. performs tests and procedures, handles patient calls, etc.).
• Assesses the condition and needs of diabetic patient by observing patient signs and symptoms, reactions to treatment and medication and patient progress.
• Explains and instructs diabetics concerning disease process, plan of care, administration of insulin, meal plan, etc.
• Provides Diabetic Education through both individual and group sessions.
• Administers medications as directed.
• Makes referrals to community agencies, durable medical companies or physicians as needed.
• Communicates effectively with clients and physicians regarding treatment plans and referrals.
• Actively participates on nursing committees and research projects and implementation of improved methods of patient care.
• Maintains current knowledge in fields by attending classes or seminars.
• Performs workshops and in-services for medical staff as needed.
• Maintains proficiency in CPR and assists as needed in CPR or other emergencies.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
• Generous paid time off (PTO)
• Career development and continuing education opportunities
• Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts
• Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program
• Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance.

What This Job Offers

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