DescriptionWe are searching for a Diabetes Educator -- someone who works well in a fast-paced setting. In this position you will provide assessment goal setting education and behavioral intervention and on-going case management to patients and caregivers to promote diabetes self-management in the inpatient and ambulatory settings.
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Qualifications:
- Bachelors degree required in nursing or nutrition related field.
- RN or RD license from the Commission on Dietetic Registration required
- LD from the Texas State Board of Examiners of Dietitians preferred
- 1 years professional clinical experience in diabetes care and education required
Responsibilities:
- Teaches patient/family skills for diabetes self-management. Assesses patient family knowledge individualized the education plan based on learners social economic cultural and age- appropriate need
- Evaluates patient needs at appropriate intervals and suggests appropriate management strategies including IIM and diabetes technology
- Documents all patient care related activities within the medical record according to established guidelines and formats
- Develops and provides education materials and resources for TCH staff patients caregivers and the community
- Maintains practice at appropriate levels by attending continuing education activities and staying abreast of current evidence-based practice
- Implements proper protocols for diabetes patient management
- Provides case management related services including requests for durable medical equipment preauthorization paperwork and coordination of care with other healthcare providers
- When appropriate a Diabetes Education Specialist/Diabetes Educator with an RD/RDN credential may assess and provide nutritional care to patients