Diabetes Educator

Diabetes EducatorCapital Health is the region's leader in providing progressive, quality patient care with significant investments in our exceptional physicians, nurses and staff, as well as advanced technology. Capital Health is a dynamic health care resource accredited by the DNV that includes two hospitals, an outpatient center, satellite ED, and an expansive network of primary and specialty care. Capital Health Medical Group is made up of more than 600 physicians and other providers who offer primary and specialty care, as well as hospital-based services, to patients throughout the region.Capital Health recognizes that attracting the best talent is key to our strategy and success as an organization. As a result, we aim for flexibility in structuring competitive compensation offers to ensure we can attract the best candidates.The listed pay range or pay rate reflects compensation for a full-time equivalent (1.0 FTE) position. Actual compensation may differ depending on assigned hours and position status (e.g., part-time).$80,350.40 - $104,956.80Position OverviewProvides clinical management and diabetes self-management education to diabetes patients in conjunction with LIPs. Plans and presents programs to meet the assessed learning needs of healthcare providers including patients and community as required.Provides educational opportunities at times and places needed. Participates in developing, updating, and maintaining educational materials. Enhances diabetes education by involving patients and families and other caretakers as appropriate in the teaching and learning process.Formulates individualized plans of care based on assessment findings and interprets the trends in specific patient populations to achieve best practice. Develops education programs incorporating aspects of cultural diversity of population served in a collaborative environment.Exercises discretion and judgement when providing nutritional assessments in collaboration with registered dietician and formulates individualized meal plans.Uses an integrative and collaborative multidisciplinary approach to diabetes care and education, that results in enhanced patient outcomes. Demonstrates effective teaching skills and uses a variety of instructional methods and teaching strategies.Assists with ensuring compliance with JCAHO, DOH, Magnet, and other regulatory agency standards. Assists in the maintenance of all required records for ADA certification and re-certification.Participates in activities that promote and expand the reputation and the services of the diabetes programsPerforms other nursing functions and assists co-workers in the practice flexibly and as needed.Minimum RequirementsEducation: Graduate of an accredited nursing program. Must attain Certified Diabetes Educator (CDE) certification within one year of hire.Experience: One year previous experience as a registered nurse in an outpatient facility or acute care healthcare facility.Other Credentials: AHA BLS - Healthcare Provider, Registered Nurse - NJKnowledge and Skills: Excellent organizational and verbal and written communication skills. Strong interpersonal skills. Strong working knowledge base of endocrine/diabetic care.Special Training: Basic Computer skills.Usual Work Day: 8 HoursPhysical Demands and Work EnvironmentFrequent physical demands include: Sitting, Standing, Walking, Wrist position deviation, Pinching/fine motor activities, Keyboard use/repetitive motionOccasional physical demands include: Climbing (e.g., stairs or ladders), Carry objects, Push/Pull, Twisting, Bending, Reaching forward, Reaching overhead, Squat/kneel/crawl, Taste or SmellContinuous physical demands include: Talk or HearLifting Floor to Waist 25 lbs. Lifting Waist Level and Above 10 lbs.Sensory Requirements include: Very Accurate 20/40, Near Vision, Accurate Far Vision, Color Discrimination, Moderate Depth Perception, Accurate HearingAnticipated Occupational Exposure Risks Include the following: Bloodborne Pathogens, Chemical, Airborne Communicable Disease, Dust/Particulate MatterThis position is eligible for the following benefits:Retirement Savings and Investment PlanDisability Benefits – Short Term Disability (STD)Sick Time OffEmployee Assistance Program