Diabetes Education Specialist

HAMILTON HEALTH CENTER INC; Harrisburg (Dauphin County); Vor Ort; USD 65.000 - 85.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Hamilton Health Clinic is seeking a Diabetes Education Nurse for its Diabetes Education Network, providing education in outpatient, inpatient, or community settings and supporting endocrinology functions.

The role requires knowledge of diabetes education principles, documentation, and collaboration with physicians; two years of clinical experience and RN licensure are required. Training staff and ensuring billing compliance are also part of duties.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing or related health care field preferred.
• Two years of clinical experience required.

Aufgaben

• Assess patients' educational and management needs and create a care plan.
• Provide education according to the National Standards for Diabetes Self-Management Education.
• Educate patients and family on diabetes management and healthy lifestyle practices.
• Monitor glycemic control and adjust medications per approved protocols when appropriate.
• Document all patient interactions accurately and ensure billing for diabetes education services.
• Provide diabetes education training and updates to staff.

Kenntnisse

Diabetes education

Patient education

Clinical documentation

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Communication skills

Ausbildung

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing or related health care field

Registered Nurse

Jobbeschreibung

Hamilton Health Clinic is seeking a Diabetes Education Nurse for its Diabetes Education Network, providing education in outpatient, inpatient, or community settings and supporting endocrinology functions.

The role requires knowledge of diabetes education principles, documentation, and collaboration with physicians; two years of clinical experience and RN licensure are required. Training staff and ensuring billing compliance are also part of duties.