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Diabetic Educator - Atrium Health Diabetes and Nutrition Center Cabarrus FT Days
Concord, NC, United States
Job ID: R235104
Shift: 1st
Job Type: Regular
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Department:
34316 Atrium Health Cabarrus - Diabetic Education
Status:
Full time
Benefits Eligible:
Yes
Hours Per Week:
40
Schedule Details/Additional Information:
M-F 8-430pm Diabetes & Nutrition Center 888 Church St., N Concord, NC 28025
Pay Range
$35.50 - $53.25
Major Responsibilities:
Provides care following the National Standard for Diabetes Self-Management Education and Support (DSMES) as defined by the American Diabetes Association (ADA) or Association of Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (ADCES).
Assess patient learning needs, goals, and barriers to care, and tailor educational interventions accordingly. Lead individual and group education sessions on diabetes management, including medication, nutrition, exercise, and blood glucose monitoring. Provides formal instruction on diabetes management to the patient (inpatient and/or outpatient). ?
If a Registered Dietitian, provide medical nutrition therapy services for patients with diabetes or other referring diagnosis
Provide ongoing support and follow-up to ensure successful management of diabetes or other referring diagnosis.
The educator will maintain knowledge of diabetes management technology and manufacturer protocols.
Collaborate with the healthcare team to develop and implement comprehensive care plans.
?Under Provider order with proven competencies and within departmental policy, may adjust diabetes medications per protocol.
Stay current on developments in diabetes care and education, ensuring compliance with ADA standards.
Document and charge for services provided consistent with CMS and payor requirements and guidelines for DSMT and MNT services.
Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served. Must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span.
Serves as a health resource to the community by participating in community events and coordinating support meetings. Participates in the development and evaluation of patient education program and materials.
Acts as a resource for health care providers, patients and the community.
If a teammate does not yet have CDCES, must complete the required hours of diabetes-related continuing education annually, per ADA /ADCES requirements.
Licensure, Registration, and/or Certification Required:
Current license or certification to practice as a Registered Nurse (RN) or Registered Dietitian, in the State of applicable state. Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (CDCES) preferred. If not certified, you must obtain certification within two years preferred but not to exceed 3 years.
Education Required:
Degree in Nursing, Dietetics, or other related disciplines that meet the certification eligibility requirements for CDCES. If nursing degree, BSN preferred. Master's degree in Dietetics required if Dietician license obtained after 01/01/2024.
Experience Required:
2 years of patient-oriented educational experience preferred with a broad range of knowledge on diabetes for age-appropriate population and its interrelation to co-existing health conditions.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required:
Strong oral and written communication skills
Organizational and effective time management skills
Flexibility to adapt to changes in daily routine
Skills in public speaking (or potential to develop) for group/education classes or professional speaking opportunities
Self-directed
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:
Clean, well-lit, comfortable environment
Possible exposure to infections and contagious diseases
Possible/occasional exposure to patient illnesses
Occasionally subject to irregular hours
Preferred Education:
If nursing degree, BSN preferred.
DISCLAIMER
All responsibilities and requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only responsibilities to be performed by an employee occupying this job or position. Employees must follow any other job-related instructions and perform any other job-related duties requested by their leaders.
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About Advocate Health
Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. Providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois; Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama; and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin, Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health services nearly 6 million patients and is engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies, with Wake Forest University School of Medicine serving as the academic core of the enterprise. It is nationally recognized for its expertise in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics and rehabilitation, as well as organ transplants, burn treatments and specialized musculoskeletal programs. Advocate Health employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, and offers one of the nations largest graduate medical education programs with over 2,000 residents and fellows across more than 200 programs. Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides more than $6 billion in annual community benefits.
The Diabetes Educator plays a critical role in providing high-quality education and support to individuals living with diabetes. Key responsibilities include assessing patients' educational needs, developing personalized care plans, providing instruction on lifestyle changes, medication management, blood glucose monitoring, diabetes technology education, nutritional guidance, and offering emotional support. The educator will work closely with a multidisciplinary healthcare team, including physicians, nurses, dietitians, and other specialists, to deliver a holistic, patient-centered approach. Serves as a health resource for the community by participating in community events and/or support groups.
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