RN - Diabetic Educator

Carle Health•Champaign, IL

3d•$33 - $54•Onsite

About The Position

The Diabetes Nurse Educator utilizes a systematic approach to nursing by incorporating assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation in the practice of nursing. Provides healthcare to individuals, families, and communities within the RN scope of practice as defined by the Illinois Board of Nursing.

Requirements

Licensed Registered Professional Nurse (RN) - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR)
Basic Life Support (BLS) Instructor within 30 days - American Heart Association (AHA)
Bachelor's Degree: Nursing

Nice To Haves

Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (CDCES) within 3 years

Responsibilities

Provides and facilitates competent health care of patients and families in area of practice.
Ensures adherence to established standards of care and scope of practice.
Ensures documentation of care is complete and accurate.
Provides health and wellness education to individuals and groups.
Acts as preceptor and supports the development of other staff and healthcare students.
Provides leadership for initiatives designed to improve the quality of care or clinical outcomes.
Completes all documentation required for the ADA Recognized program
Assists with community and organization projects
Completes clinical and educational assessment on all patients.
Develops individualized teaching plans for self-management (Diet, Medication, Self-care)
Implements evidence based clinical practice guidelines to provide diabetes education
Provides education to all patients utilizing an insulin pump.
Collaborates with all providers and members of the health care team