Diabetes Nurse Educator

Under general supervision assesses plans implements and evaluates the diabetes inpatient education program at UM Baltimore Washington Medical Center. Plans and conducts continuing education programs in diabetes for patients staff and community partners. Functions as a resource for patients and other healthcare professionals within and outside the Medical Center.

Mission

All employees are responsible for extending the mission and values of UM Baltimore Washington Medical Center by dedicating oneself to providing the highest quality healthcare services to the communities we serve.

Reporting Relationships

Reports to the Director of Nursing Practice and Outcomes within Nursing Administration.

Qualifications :

Graduation from an accredited nursing education program approved by the Board of Nursing or found by the Board to be substantially equivalent to the programs in Maryland. Current licensure as a Registered Nurse in the state of Maryland is required. A Masters degree in healthcare related discipline or equivalent is preferred. Certification as a Diabetic Educator (CDE) is expected. A minimum of three years experience in diabetes care and education is required. Current BLS certification or obtained prior to providing direct patient care. Ability to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served in the hospital. The nurse must focus their efforts on helping patients with diabetes effectively selfmanage their diabetes and prevent complications. Educates patients on the necessary lifestyle changes involved in a diabetes diagnosis including nutrition medication physical activity and glucose testing. Collects patient data to monitor health status and proactively manages the patients condition. In addition the nurse educator must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patients requirements relative to his or her agespecific needs and to provide the care needed as described in the unit/area/department policies and procedures. Highly effective verbal and written communication skills are necessary in order to educate patients and their families and work with medical nursing and management staff. Demonstrated ability in public speaking preferred.

The diabetes educators role in coordination of care and facilitating transitions should include:

1. utilizing a patient and familycentered approach
2. collaborating closely with other team members including providers social workers care managers pharmacists dieticians and community partners
3. empowering patients and caregivers to actively participate in their care
4. providing a clear and feasible discharge management plan based on clinical needs patient preferences goals and abilities
5. ensuring that a followup appointment for diabetes care is scheduled prior to discharge
6. establishing partnerships with communitybased providers and services to address health and social needs
7. communicating the status of diabetes selfmanagement education plan of care and medication reconciliation to next provider and/or site of care as needed
8. identifying and mitigating risk factors for readmission
9. evaluating outcomes of care coordination efforts such as readmission rates communication of selfmanagement plans and patient satisfaction with discharge readiness

Working Conditions

Works in a clean fastpaced medical office environment with multiple demands. Will be required to provide evening and weekend coverage as needed. Potential for minimal exposure to communicable diseases and hazardous materials requiring the observance of Standard (universal) Precautions and safe handling practices. This position has been classified as low or no exposure risk and does not require the completion of an annual testing but may require just in time testing if the need arises.

Physcal Requirements

Requires sitting approximately 50 of the time; with the other 50 walking and standing. Frequent bending and reaching for supplies documents etc.; includes lifting and carrying supplies and files weighing up to 20 pounds. Requires manual dexterity for using keyboard and operating office equipment; visual acuity required to use computer monitor and read documents. Talking and hearing necessary for conversations with callers and other customers.

Additional Information :

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

 Compensation

• Pay Range: $38.67$58.03 
• Other Compensation (if applicable):
• Review theUMMS Benefits Guide
   

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