Diabetes Educator - RN - Pediatric Endocrinology, Part Time

Overview Provides education and coordination of care to patients who have been diagnosed with Diabetes. Develops care initiatives to assess and coordinate diabetes care management with the goal of achieving self‑management skills related to Diabetes. Part‑Time, 20 hours/week. Responsibilities Participates in the assessment of patient’s physical, emotional and social needs. In collaboration with the PCP develops and assumes responsibility for care planning. Assists patient with the development of their short and long‑term goals. Provides diabetes education, interactively and collaboratively with patient and care team. Tracks and ensures appropriate follow up care. Maintains communication with the patient, their family, and the care team to monitor and refine treatment plan. Participates in audits, medical record reviews, surveys and studies. Documents in the EMR (electronic medical record). Utilizes resources to assist with identification of diabetic patients who are in poor control of their diabetes. Identifies gaps in care by utilizing the diabetic registry. Attends and participates in staff meetings, care coordinator meetings, divisional meetings, and weekly case conferences. Serves as an active participant in the Diabetes recognition program. Assists patients in the development of annual goals and the identification of outcomes for continuous quality improvement. Maintains knowledge on new guidelines and medications. Performs other duties as required or assigned. Qualifications Graduate from an accredited Nursing Program required. Associate Degree (ADN) prepared nurses with 5 years of clinical nursing experience and experience with diabetes education or counseling (glucose meter) required. Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing (BSN) preferred. Strong organizational skills, excellent verbal, written and communication skills required. Must possess sound decision‑making, time management and negotiating skills. Excellent computer skills are required. Demonstrated ability and interest in the care of individuals with chronic disease. CDE strongly preferred or must complete CDE certification program within 3 years in the position. Required Licensure/Certifications Licensed Registered Nurse with NH eligibility. Basic Life Support (BLS) Certificate required. CDE Certified Diabetes Educator within three years of hire date. Area of Interest: Nursing Pay Range: $83,720.00/Yr. – $117,520.00/Yr. (Based on 40 hours per week, otherwise pro rata) FTE/Hours per pay period: 0.50 – 20 hrs/per week Shift: Day Job ID: 38648 Dartmouth Health offers a total compensation package that includes a comprehensive selection of benefits. Our Core Benefits include medical, dental, vision and life insurance, short and long‑term disability, paid time off, and retirement plans. Click here for information on these benefits and more: Dartmouth Health is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. Apply for this Position #J-18808-Ljbffr Dartmouth-Hitchcock