RN Certified Diabetes Educator (MFR Endocrinology Black Oak)
About The Position
The RN Diabetes Care and Education Specialist provides outpatient diabetes counseling in group or individual appointments in cooperation with the physician and dietitian. Able to evaluate, initiate, and manage insulin pump, CGMS systems, and all diabetes tools. High level of critical thinking-evaluation and interpretation of data, and able to suggest changes within the same visit. Coordinates the diabetes education survival skills needs for discharge from the hospital in patients with a primary or secondary diagnosis of diabetes who are referred by a physician or staff nurse. Mentors and assists non-certified educator RN's. Acts as a resource for diabetes education and information for the medical community. Plans and participates in community education classes, diabetes related health fairs, and staff in-service programs.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Nursing (BSN)preferred
- 2 years of diabetes education in an outpatient setting is required
- RN: Registered Nurse licensed by the Oregon State Board of Nursing (OSBN) required upon start
- BLS: Basic Life Support for the Healthcare Provider certified through the American Heart Association (AHA) is required upon start
- CDCES: Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist by the National Certification Board for Diabetes Care and Education (formerly CDE) is required
Nice To Haves
- Experience in the Sweet Success Program for GDM is preferred
- CPT: Certified Pump Trainer is preferred
- Certified pump trainer for 3 pump companies is preferred
- AADE: American Association of Diabetes Educators membership is preferred
Responsibilities
- Provides outpatient diabetes counseling in group or individual appointments
- Evaluate, initiate, and manage insulin pump, CGMS systems, and all diabetes tools
- Coordinates the diabetes education survival skills needs for discharge from the hospital
- Mentors and assists non-certified educator RN's
- Acts as a resource for diabetes education and information for the medical community
- Plans and participates in community education classes, diabetes related health fairs, and staff in-service programs.
Benefits
- Competitive starting wage
- Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, and wellness
- Excellent retirement package with up to 6% employer contribution
- Generous Earned Time Off
- Tuition reimbursement after one year of service
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Industry
Hospitals
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
