Registered Nurse - Diabetes Education Program

Job TitleRegistered Nurse - Diabetes Education Program Agency Texas A&M University Health Science Center Department Coastal Bend Health Education Center

Proposed Minimum Salary$5,000.00 monthly

Job LocationVictoria, Texas

Job TypeStaff

Job Description Our Commitment Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & lived experiences. Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our core values which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service.

Who we are As one of the fastest-growing academic health centers in the nation, Texas A&M Health encompasses five colleges and numerous centers and institutes working together to improve health through transformative education, innovative research and team-based health care delivery.

What we want

The Registered Nurse I supports the Diabetes Education Program.

What you need to know

Schedule: Ability to work beyond normal office hours and/or on weekends, if needed.

Qualifications

Required Education and Experience: Successful completion of a Registered Nurse education program.

Required Licenses and Certifications: Licensed as a Registered Nurse in the State of Texas. CPR certified. Valid State of Texas driver’s license. Licensure/certifications must be maintained for continued employment.

Required Special Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.
• Ability to work with sensitive information and maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to use and manage an electronic medical/health records system.
• Knowledge of standard nursing procedures and techniques.
• Knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet applications.
• Knowledge of confidentiality laws and regulations.
• Strong written and communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Time management and organizational skills.

Preferred Qualifications

Bilingual (English and Spanish).

Responsibilities

Diabetes Education/ Care InstructionsDevelops, maintains, and provides individualized diabetes self-education and support/care plans for program participants (patients) and monitors progress on a quarterly basis.Collaborates with referring providers and other healthcare professionals who are not part of the Diabetes Self-Management Education and Support (DSMES) service regarding education provided, education plans, and outcomes.Provides preventive education to the community and students.Documents and maintains class participants’ education records and health care needs.Maintains State Department of Health records as required.Travels to various education locations and assumes responsibility of assigned location(s).

Patient Assessments Performs comprehensive initial and quarterly reassessments of participant’s education and health care needs, including diabetes self-management knowledge, skills, and readiness for behavioral/lifestyle change. Collects biometric data, including blood pressure, heart rate, weight, BMI, body fat percentage, blood glucose, and hemoglobin A1c (HBA1c). Maintains and operates biometric equipment for initial and quarterly reassessments. Documents assessment and biometric data.

House Bill 984 Training/ Other Provides training to school personnel who are not licensed healthcare professionals in the care of elementary and secondary school students with diabetes. Participates in continuing education activities to maintain licensure/certification(s). May provide supervision for support staff. Performs other duties as assigned.

Why Texas A&M University?

• Medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, life and AD&D, flexible spending accounts, and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums
• 12-15 days of annual paid holidays
• Up to eight hours of paid sick leave and at least eight hours of paid vacation each month
• Automatic enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas
• Health and Wellness: Free exercise programs and release time
• Professional Development: All employees have access to free LinkedIn Learning training, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more
• Educational release time and tuition assistance for completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee
• Living Well, a program at Texas A&M that has been built by employees, for employees

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer. The Texas A&M University System is one of the largest systems of higher education in the nation, with a statewide network of twelve universities, eight state agencies, a comprehensive health science center, Texas A&M-Fort Worth and Texas A&M-RELLIS. The A&M System is committed to providing an educational and work environment that is conducive to the personal and professional development of each employee. Each member institution provides equal opportunity and access to all students, employees and prospective employees.

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