RN - Diabetes Educator - Endocrinology

About This Role

Functions as a Diabetes Educator, providing direct patient care in acute and ambulatory settings based on medical staff requests. Prepares patients for discharge with homecare tools and skills, and serves as an educational resource to hospital staff and the community.

Responsibilities

• Function as a Diabetes Educator by providing direct patient care in acute care and ambulatory settings
• Prepare patients for discharge in a safe, efficient manner
• Provide tools and skills for homecare to patients and families
• Make recommendations to hospital staff for changes in diabetes management
• Serve as an educational and informational resource to all hospital staff and the community

Requirements

• Current License as a Registered Nurse (RN), Registered Dietitian (RD), Certified Diabetes Educator (CDE), or Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (CDCES)

Qualifications

• Graduate of a Nursing program or Bachelors of Science in applicable field
• N/A minimum experience required; 2 years preferred

Nice to Have

• Two (2) years of experience in a clinical setting
• Experience in Diabetes Education

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