Diabetes Educator RN - Per Diem - Day - Endocrinology Specialists Pennington NJ

Capital Health (US); Pennington (NJ); On-site; USD 80,350 - 104,956; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement Savings and Investment Plan

Short Term Disability Benefits

Sick Time Off

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Capital Health (US) is seeking a full-time Diabetes Educator in Pennington, NJ. The educator will provide clinical management and education to patients, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards while enhancing diabetes education.

A graduate of an accredited nursing program with CDE certification is required within one year of hire. Prior experience as a registered nurse is needed. This position offers competitive compensation and is integral to patient care and education.

Qualifications

• Must attain Certified Diabetes Educator certification within one year of hire.
• One year of previous experience as a registered nurse in outpatient or acute care.
• AHA BLS - Healthcare Provider certification required.
• Strong working knowledge base of endocrine/diabetic care necessary.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical management and education to diabetes patients.
• Develop and maintain educational materials for healthcare providers and patients.
• Formulate individualized plans of care based on assessment findings.
• Ensure compliance with JCAHO, DOH, and other regulatory standards.

Skills

Organizational skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Knowledge of endocrine/diabetic care

Education

Graduate of an accredited nursing program

Certified Diabetes Educator (CDE) certification

Tools

Basic computer skills

Job description

Capital Health is the region's leader in providing progressive, quality patient care with significant investments in our exceptional physicians, nurses and staff, as well as advanced technology. Capital Health is a dynamic health care resource accredited by the DNV that includes two hospitals, an outpatient center, satellite ED, and an expansive network of primary and specialty care. Capital Health Medical Group is made up of more than 600 physicians and other providers who offer primary and specialty care, as well as hospital-based services, to patients throughout the region. Capital Health recognizes that attracting the best talent is key to our strategy and success as an organization. As a result, we aim for flexibility in structuring competitive compensation offers to ensure we can attract the best candidates. The listed pay range or pay rate reflects compensation for a full-time equivalent (1.0 FTE) position. Actual compensation may differ depending on assigned hours and position status (e.g., part-time).

Pay Range

$80,350.40 - $104,956.80

Position Overview

• Provides clinical management and diabetes self-management education to diabetes patients in conjunction with LIPs. Plans and presents programs to meet the assessed learning needs of healthcare providers including patients and community as required.
• Provides educational opportunities at times and places needed. Participates in developing, updating, and maintaining educational materials. Enhances diabetes education by involving patients and families and other caretakers as appropriate in the teaching and learning process.
• Formulates individualized plans of care based on assessment findings and interprets the trends in specific patient populations to achieve best practice. Develops education programs incorporating aspects of cultural diversity of population served in a collaborative environment.
• Exercises discretion and judgement when providing nutritional assessments in collaboration with registered dietician and formulates individualized meal plans.
• Uses an integrative and collaborative multidisciplinary approach to diabetes care and education, that results in enhanced patient outcomes. Demonstrates effective teaching skills and uses a variety of instructional methods and teaching strategies.
• Assists with ensuring compliance with JCAHO, DOH, Magnet, and other regulatory agency standards. Assists in the maintenance of all required records for ADA certification and re-certification.
• Participates in activities that promote and expand the reputation and the services of the diabetes programs
• Performs other nursing functions and assists co-workers in the practice flexibly and as needed.

Minimum Requirements

• Education: Graduate of an accredited nursing program. Must attain Certified Diabetes Educator (CDE) certification within one year of hire.
• Experience: One year previous experience as a registered nurse in an outpatient facility or acute care healthcare facility.
• Other Credentials: AHA BLS - Healthcare Provider, Registered Nurse - NJ
• Knowledge and Skills: Excellent organizational and verbal and written communication skills. Strong interpersonal skills. Strong working knowledge base of endocrine/diabetic care.
• Special Training: Basic Computer skills.
• Usual Work Day: 8 Hours

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Frequent physical demands include: Sitting , Standing , Walking , Wrist position deviation , Pinching/fine motor activities , Keyboard use/repetitive motion
• Occasional physical demands include: Climbing (e.g., stairs or ladders) , Carry objects , Push/Pull , Twisting , Bending , Reaching forward , Reaching overhead , Squat/kneel/crawl , Taste or Smell
• Continuous physical demands include: Talk or Hear
• Lifting Floor to Waist 25 lbs. Lifting Waist Level and Above 10 lbs.
• Sensory Requirements include: Very Accurate 20/40, Near Vision, Accurate Far Vision, Color Discrimination, Moderate Depth Perception, Accurate Hearing
• Anticipated Occupational Exposure Risks Include the following: Bloodborne Pathogens , Chemical , Airborne Communicable Disease , Dust/Particulate Matter

This Position Is Eligible For The Following Benefits

• Retirement Savings and Investment Plan
• Disability Benefits – Short Term Disability (STD)
• Sick Time Off
• Employee Assistance Program

The pay range listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future. When determining base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered including, but not limited to location, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, negotiated contracts, budget, market data, and internal equity. Bonus and/or incentive eligibility are determined by role and level. The salary applies specifically to the position being advertised and does not include potential bonuses, incentive compensation, differential pay or other forms of compensation, compensation allowance, or benefits health or welfare. Actual total compensation may vary based on factors such as experience, skills, qualifications, and other relevant criteria.