Diabetic Educator
Southwest Health•Platteville, WI
•Onsite
About The Position
Plans, organizes, directs, supervises, manages, coordinates, and evaluates activities of the Diabetes Department. Ensures department compliance with current federal, state, local, and TJC (The Joint Commission) standards. We believe that together we can change lives, and we anticipate your life will change in the process. If you aspire to help others find hope and live better, we invite you to submit your application below.
Requirements
- Must be a graduate of an accredited school of nursing or have a bachelor’s degree in Dietetics or related field.
- Must fulfill licensure requirements of the State of Wisconsin for an RN and be legally eligible to practice in the state of Wisconsin.
- If RN, knowledge of and understands the Wisconsin Nurse Practice Act and RN Scope of Practice.
- Must have academic preparation and/or experience in program management and in the care of persons with chronic disease.
- Must have continuing education and experience in both diabetes and behavioral teaching/counseling skills.
- Proficient in various computer applications, including spreadsheets.
- Must be certified in Basic Life Support (BLS).
Nice To Haves
- Three years’ experience as a certified diabetes educator preferred.
- If Registered Dietitian, one to two years’ experience preferred and current Dietetic certification with the State of Wisconsin required.
- Credentialed diabetes educator preferred, meeting the academic, professional, and experiential requirements set forth by the National Certification Board for Diabetes Educators.
Responsibilities
- Oversee the planning, implementation, and evaluation of the DSME/T program.
- Plans, organizes, directs, supervises, manages, coordinates, and evaluates activities of the Diabetes Department.
- Ensures department compliance with current federal, state, local, and TJC (The Joint Commission) standards.
Benefits
- Health, Dental, Vision and Life insurance.
- Long and short term disability.
- Cell phone discount.
- Flexible spending plan.
- Paid time off.
- Retirement plan with an employer contribution.
- Fitness membership discount.
- Use of exercise equipment at the facility.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Mid Level
