Diabetes Educator I or II, Ambulatory

Diabetes Educator I

$49.44 - $56.86 - $64.27

Education:

• Bachelor's: Dietetics, nutrition, or related field

Certification & Licensure:

• RD-Registered Dietitian
• BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider

Skills and Knowledge:

• Proven basic competency in standard concepts, practices, and procedures within the diabetes education specialty field that demonstrates clinical judgment, technical skills, and knowledge base.
• Demonstrated basic knowledge of the use of diabetes monitoring and managing equipment, including blood glucose monitors, insulin injection devices, and the computer software associated with these devices.
• Skilled in Motivational Interviewing and basic behavioral counseling skills. Demonstrated strong group facilitation skills.
• Person in this position will be expected to gather the required hours to become eligible for and sit for the CDCES exam within 2 years of hire. Strong written and verbal communication skills to communicate with a diverse group of patients, care givers, colleagues, providers and specialists.
• Compassionately and effectively interact with patients and staff with diverse ages, backgrounds, cultures, values, beliefs, and behaviors. Able to work collaboratively in diverse teams.
• Knowledge of adult learning theory and ability to provide individual and group education on a variety of topics related to diabetes and other chronic conditions.
• Attention to detail with time management and organization skills.
• Solid knowledge of computer applications, such as Microsoft Office Suite and EPIC to enter/update electronic medical records (EMR). Prioritize activities and work within defined policies, procedures, and practices to achieve objectives and meet deadlines; help determine appropriate approach for new assignments.
• Work independently as well as be part of the team, including accomplishing multiple tasks in an environment with interruptions. Communicate technical or sensitive information clearly and professionally to diverse audiences (patients, patients' family/support group, physicians, and staff).
• Capable of performing routine nutritional therapy as well as a basic understanding of human anatomy, physiology, pathology, and medical terminology.
• Identify, evaluate, and resolve standard problems by selecting appropriate solutions from established options. Treat patients ranging in age from social age to geriatric.
• Make independent judgements while caring for patients
• Make treatment decisions within their scope of practice and make recommendations to physicians/APCs for medication adjustments.
• Work autonomously and carry a panel per say of patients they regularly follow
• Is responsible for the patient care while working and maintaining that ongoing care day to day and week to week
• Often embedded into a diabetes clinic/endocrinology where they are responsible for collaborating and extending care beyond the provider visit, including follow up or between provider visits.