Diabetes Educator

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Oversees the planning, implementation and evaluation of the DSMES service. Responsible for maintaining ADCES accreditation and participating in the evaluation of the DSMES service’s effectiveness. Integrates skills and knowledge of pathophysiology, epidemiology, clinical management, cardiometabolic conditions, and self-management of diabetes into clinical practice.

Advocates for and communicates about improved quality of care and outcomes for those living with, at risk for, and affected by diabetes and cardiometabolic conditions. Actively participates in the quality improvement (QI) process and adapts practice/process based on QI findings. Partners with individuals to deliver care and education conducive to behavior change and improved quality of life for self-management of diabetes and cardiometabolic conditions across the lifespan.

Applies current research and evidence-based care to practice. Applies the ADCES7 self-care behaviors to educate on and initiate behavior change. Provides quality diabetes self-management education in individual and group settings based on assessed needs.

Utilizes appropriate teaching techniques that are sensitive to the learning preferences of the person with prediabetes or diabetes. Follows the ADCES Diabetes Education Accreditation Program requirements which are based on the National Standard of Diabetes Self-Management and Support Guidelines. Completes comprehensive assessments for each patient including emotional and behavioral health, interprets personal health data, develops an individualized care plan based on the patient’ assessed needs and goals and promotes successful self-management, collaborating with other healthcare professionals as needed.

Documents all individual contacts/visits in the Electronic Health Record and outcomes data base according to the guidelines in a timely manner. Contributes to the achievement of established department goals and objectives and adheres to department policies, procedures, quality standards and safety standards. Complies with governmental and accreditation regulations.

Participates in meetings, serves on committees, and represents the department and hospital/facility in community outreach efforts as appropriate. Performs other duties as assigned. Non-Essential Duties and

Perform other duties as assigned Professional

Complete annual education requirements. Maintain patient confidentiality at all times. Report to work on time and as scheduled.

Wear identification while on duty. Maintain regulatory requirements, including all state, federal and local regulations. Represent the organization in a positive and professional manner at all times.

Comply with all organizational policies. Conduct oneself as a professional in accordance with PRIDE values. Participate in performance improvement and continuous quality improvement activities.

Attend regular staff meetings and in-services. Job

Bachelor’s degree in nursing or RD licensure required. Minimum of two years clinical experience to include educating patients on diabetes. Completed/maintained active Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (CDCES) certification from a recognized diabetes certification body required.

Basic Life Support Certification is required. Basic knowledge in Microsoft Office to include PowerPoint, Word and Outlook required. Excellent teaching and communication skills (written and verbal) required.

Ability to demonstrate initiative, teamwork and work with minimal direction required. Organizational/Core Competencies: Exceed Quality Exceed Customer Expectations Grow Team Members Increase Market Share Exceed Budget Expectation Strengthen, Build, and Leverage Community Relationships