Diabetic Nurse Educator

WVU Medicine

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About The Position

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Requirements

• Current unencumbered licensure with the WV Board of Registered Professional Nurses, or appropriate state board where services will be provided, as a registered professional nurse OR current multi-state licensure through the enhanced Nurse Licensure Compact (eNLC).
• Obtain Certification in area of specialty within 1,000 hours of documented diabetes education teaching.
• 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.
• Knowledge of relevant scientific principles, established standards of care and/or research findings.
• Knowledge of procedures and techniques involved in administering routine and special treatments to patients.
• Knowledge of and appropriate application of the nursing process.
• Knowledge of professional theory, practice and procedure.
• Ability to communicate clearly with patients, families, physicians, and other employees.

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.
• Leads the planning, implementation and evaluation of the Outpatient Diabetes and Nutrition Education Program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed