Part-Time Infusion Center Nurse/ Diabetes Educator - (Part-time Adjoint Instructor)

University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus Department: Barbara Davis Center for Diabetes, Pediatric Diabetes Division Job Title: Part-Time Infusion Center Nurse/ Diabetes Educator – (Part-time Adjoint Instructor) Position #00666314 – Requisition #38851 Job Summary The Barbara Davis Center for Childhood Diabetes at the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is a multi-disciplinary diabetes center affiliated with Children's Hospital Colorado as well as the University of Colorado School of Medicine. In the pediatric clinic the patient population is primarily children with type 1 diabetes but also includes youth with type 2 diabetes and genetic forms of diabetes. In addition to the clinical program, the Barbara Davis Center has large basic and clinical research programs allowing for many ongoing educational opportunities. This Registered Nurse position is an at-will 0.25 FTE (10 hours/week) faculty appointment. The role provides care to children and adults at risk for or in early stages of type 1 diabetes. The nurse will primarily work in the Infusion Center preparing drugs and administering drugs via infusion to patients, observing patients post-infusions, and documenting in the eMR, and in the Early Type 1 Diabetes clinic administering oral glucose tolerance tests and providing diabetes education. The position is mostly clinical but will involve patient navigation and early T1D and T1D clinical immunotherapy program administrative work as needed. Within scope of the job, this position requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgement, strong clinical skills and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a fast‑paced environment and take appropriate action. Must be a strong communicator and willing and able to work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary team of professionals including physicians and other licensed prescribers, registered dietitians, social workers, clinical psychologists, professional research assistants, pharmacists and technicians and others as needed to provide comprehensive care and support for patients and caregivers. Key Responsibilities Administering infusion drug to patients following established infusion protocols Mixing infusion drug Responding to adverse medical events that may occur during infusion Determining appropriate options in resolving complicated inquiries and/or issues related to diabetes management Computer charting/data entry Educating patients, families and extended families in diabetes management Contributing to new and ongoing diabetes clinical research protocols Maintaining high standards of the existing diabetes program Work Location: Onsite – This role is expected to work full‑time, onsite and is located in Aurora, Colorado. Qualifications Minimum Qualifications Master's Degree Registered Nurse (RN) licensed to practice in Colorado Current Basic Life Support (BLS) and/or CPR certification, or willing to obtain prior to starting employment Current Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification or willing to obtain prior to starting employment Preferred Qualifications Priority will be given to someone with experience in childhood diabetes and with a Certificate in Diabetes Care and Education from the National Certification Board Bilingual (English/Spanish) would be valued but not required Phlebotomy and IV skills (peripheral and PICC) preferred but not required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Willing and able to assume a flexible work schedule including at least 4 weekend days/month of infusion coverage Able to establish, secure and maintain vascular access devices as prescribed, including peripheral IV placement Able to complete PICC and tunneled central venous catheter dressing changes Interpersonal and communication skills Ability to work in a team setting Ability to multitask Willingness to learn and comply with relevant laws, rules, regulations and policies Equal Employment Opportunity Statement The University of Colorado (CU) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. ADA Statement The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at View email address on click.appcast.io. Background Check Statement The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty, staff, students and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct background investigations for all prospective employees. Vaccination Statement CU Anschutz strongly encourages vaccination against the COVID-19 virus and other vaccine‑preventable diseases. If you work, visit, or volunteer in healthcare facilities or clinics operated by our affiliated hospital or clinical partners or by CU Anschutz, you will be required to comply with the vaccination and medical surveillance policies of the facilities or clinics where you work, visit, or volunteer, respectively. In addition, if you work in certain research areas or perform certain safety‑sensitive job duties, you must enroll in the occupational health medical surveillance program. #J-18808-Ljbffr The Chronicle of Higher Education