Diabetes Education Nurse Specialist

WVUH West Virginia University Hospitals; United States; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

WVU Medicine seeks a Diabetes Education Specialist to assess education needs of the community and patients with diabetes. The role includes delivering education, attending advisory meetings, and coordinating with the care team to ensure goals are achieved.

Minimum qualifications include an active RN license and a certification in diabetes education or within two years of hire, plus BLS within 30 days. BSN preferred and ADA certification maintenance may be expected.

Qualifications

• RN license in the state where services will be provided or multi-state license via eNLC.
• Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist or within two years of hire.
• Certification in Basic Life Support within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Identifies education needs of the community and those with diabetes.
• Attends diabetes advisory committee meetings as assigned.
• Performs patient assessment, delivers education and evaluates patient’s obtainment of goals.
• Maintains American Diabetes Association certification as applicable.
• Participates in community outreach and educational support.
• Advocates on behalf of the patient and families.
• Communicates with primary care providers and multi-disciplinary team about questions, concerns, and patient outcomes.
• Participates in performance improvement activities to assure quality patient care.

Skills

RN license

Diabetes educator cert

BLS certification

Education

BSN (preferred)

Job description

WVU Medicine seeks a Diabetes Education Specialist to assess education needs of the community and patients with diabetes. The role includes delivering education, attending advisory meetings, and coordinating with the care team to ensure goals are achieved.

Minimum qualifications include an active RN license and a certification in diabetes education or within two years of hire, plus BLS within 30 days. BSN preferred and ADA certification maintenance may be expected.