Diabetes Educator RN

Process Level : Location US-MI-Saginaw Job ID 2024-33144 Category Nursing Department : Name Diabetes Education Position Type Regular Full-Time Shift Day Shift Shift Time 0800 Location : Postal Code 48601 Location : Address 800 S. Washington Ave.

Summary

This position is responsible for assessing, coordinating and teaching the individual with diabetes and/or their support person to manage their disease. The nurse works closely with physicians, nursing staff and Diabetes Center (DC) team to plan and provide quality care to diabetic patients. Manages all the nursing aspects of diabetic patient care and works with DC team designing classes and clinics relating to Diabetes Mellitus.

Responsibilities

(35%)* Assesses inpatient and outpatient's educational needs, develops and instructs patients ranging in age from toddler to 100 years and implements a plan of care for diabetes education. Documents appropriately in the patient chart.

(35%)* Engages in inpatient and outpatient/family teaching (group & individual) as appropriate. Evaluates the patient's responses to the teaching and adjusts the education style and plan to meet the needs of the patient.

(15%)* Uses Staged Diabetes Management Decision Paths as Diabetes Center protocol for insulin adjustment.

(15%)* Teaches new technology to patients, i.e. Continuous Glucose Monitoring, Insulin Pumps, Inject able medications, Insulin delivery devices and blood glucose meters.

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Develops and implements comprehensive diabetes self-management programs and classes that are of interdisciplinary nature.

Participates in special projects such as set-up of professional educational conferences, community education, support groups, detection programs and marketing endeavors.

Plans and implements continuing education and/or reviews education content as needed for MyMichigan Health staff including inpatient nursing staff, providers and outpatient medical office staff.

Participates in Diabetes Center Staff, Program and Advisory meetings.

Actively participates with physician and health professionals in conducting patient group classes and clinics, including insulin pump clinic.

All other duties as assigned.

Certifications and Licensures

Credential:RN: Registered Nurse

Qualification Source: MI

Required Education

Education: Associates

Equivalent Experience: Bachelor's of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree preferred. Previous experience in teaching and public speaking preferred. Certification on at least one insulin pump and one continuous glucose monitoring system preferred, with maintenance of certification as products upgraded.

Education Specialization: NRG

Other Information

EXPERIENCE, TRAINING AND SKILLS:

Two (2) years medical/surgical nursing experience at hospital or medical center required.

Certified Diabetes Educator preferred, with maintenance of certification with at least 15 hours of continuing education per year.

If no certification, passing of test within three years of hire is expected.

Interpersonal skills needed to communicate successfully with individuals and groups and to communicate ideas and concepts in a clear and understandable manner.

Ability to work independently to produce desired results.

MyMichigan Health is a technology driven organization and employees need to demonstrate competency in Microsoft Windows.

An employee may be required to participate in further learning opportunities offered by MyMichigan Health.

PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS AND TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

Exposure to stressful situations, including those involving public contact, as well as, trauma, grief and death.

Able to wear personal protective equipment that includes latex materials or appropriate substitute if required for your position.

Is able to move freely about facility with or without an assisted device and must be able to perform the functions of the job as outlined in the job description.

Overall vision and hearing is necessary with or without assisted device(s).

Frequently required to sit/stand/walk for long periods of time. May require frequent postural changes such as stooping, kneeling or crouching.

Some exposure to blood borne pathogens and other potentially infectious material. Must follow MyMichigan Health bloodborne pathogen and TB testing as required.

Ability to handle multiple tasks, get along with others, work independently, regular and predictable attendance and ability to stay awake.

Overall dexterity is required including handling, reaching, grasping, fingering and feeling. May require repetition of these movements on a regular to frequent basis.

Physical Demand Level: Light. Must be able to occasionally (0-33% of the workday) lift or carry 11-20 lbs., frequently (34-66% of the workday) 10 lbs. and or Walk/Stand/Push/Pull of Arm/Leg controls.

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