Diabetes Educator

Job Summary

Under limited supervision, leads, plans, and provides educational programs based on the individual needs of the patients and families. This role provides Diabetes Self-Management training (DSMT) and/or Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) for individuals with diabetes in both group and individual settings. The role collects, coordinates, and maintains the documentation for Diabetes Self-Management Education Outpatient Program and/or for the Self-Management Education Inpatient Program. The position works with the Clinical Director, Nurse Manager and other educators to maintain ADA/ADCES Recognition status, plan and conduct education programs for team members, patients, the community, dietetic interns and medical students as directed. 

Primary Responsibilities

The following statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job responsibilities performed.

• Leads and provides diabetes education to patients and families including assessing needs of patient, formulating an educational plan, implementing the plan and revision as needed.
• Designs educational activities based on principles of learning, growth and development across the lifespan in conjunction with accepted standards of self-care behavior set forth in the ADCES7 Self Care Behaviors and the Standards of Diabetes Care from the ADA/ADCES. Utilizes a variety of educational approaches including one-on-one instruction, group classes, telemedicine, and audio-visual presentations.
• Provides information and coordinates patient care with appropriate members of the health care team.
• Participates in the formulation of the goals and objectives for the Diabetes Center and coordinates departmental CQI and/or PI programs.

Education & Experience - Required

Registered Dietitian :

• Bachelor’s degree in food and nutrition, Dietetics.
• Current licensure in the state of Maryland as a Dietitian/Nutritionist required.
• Four (4) years of clinical experience is required as a Registered Dietitian.
• Must have Specialty Certification as a Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (CDCES).
• Maintenance of 30 CEUs/2 years.

OR

Registered Nurse:

• Bachelor’s degree in nursing (graduation from an accredited nursing education program approved by the Board of Nursing).
• Current Licensure in the state of Maryland as a Registered Nurse.
• Four (4) years of clinical experience is required as a Registered Nurse.
• Must have Specialty Certification as a Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (CDCES).
• BLS Certification is required.
• Maintenance of 30 CEUs/2 years.

Must become a Certified Pump Trainer in at least 1 insulin pump used in the center within one year.