Diabetic Educator

Tenet Healthcare; Commerce Charter Township (MI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) with employer match

Generous PTO

Career development opportunities

Health savings accounts

Job summary

Tenet Healthcare is seeking a Diabetic Educator at DMC Huron Valley-Sinai Hospital in Michigan. The role involves planning and delivering comprehensive outpatient diabetes education, working with nursing staff, and supporting patient care.

You will explain disease management, administer therapies as directed, and coordinate referrals to community resources. The position requires nursing licensure in Michigan, prior diabetic teaching experience, and a Dietetics degree with ADA registration as an

Qualifications

• Graduate of accredited school of nursing.
• Current license to practice professional nursing by the State of Michigan.
• Previous experience with diabetic teaching.
• Certification in Diabetic Education preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in Dietetics with ADA registration.
• Two years of diabetic teaching with Certification in Diabetes Education.

Responsibilities

• Plan and render professional care to meet patient needs in outpatient settings.
• Assist nursing staff with patient care when necessary (tests, procedures, calls).
• Assess diabetic patient condition and progress; explain disease process and plan of care.
• Provide Diabetic Education in individual and group sessions.
• Administer medications as directed and make referrals as needed.
• Communicate treatment plans with clients and physicians; participate in committees and training.

Skills

Diabetic teaching

Education

Nursing degree with state licensure

Bachelor’s degree in Dietetics with ADA registration

Diabetic Education certification (preferred)

Job description

Job Description - Diabetic Educator (2606001995)

Diabetic Educator

Description

DMC Huron Valley-Sinai Hospital is committed to providing exceptional patient care in a supportive and collaborative environment. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work with advanced technology and be part of a healthcare community dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of our patients.

Benefit Statement:

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
• Generous paid time off (PTO)
• Career development and continuing education opportunities
• Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts
• Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program
• Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance.

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status

Job Summary:

Under general supervision, plans and renders professional care to meet the physical and psychophysical needs of patients in a physician office and hospital out-patient clinic setting. Works closely with other professional and auxiliary personnel providing personal comprehensive out-patient care. 1. Assists nursing staff with patient care when necessary (i.e. performs tests and procedures, handles patient calls, etc.). 2. Assesses the condition and needs of diabetic patient by observing patient signs and symptoms, reactions to treatment and medication and patient progress. 3. Explains and instructs diabetics concerning disease process, plan of care, administration of insulin, meal plan, etc. 4. Provides Diabetic Education through both individual and group sessions. 5. Administers medications as directed. 6. Makes referrals to community agencies, durable medical companies or physicians as needed. 7. Communicates effectively with clients and physicians regarding treatment plans and referrals. 8. Actively participates on nursing committees and research projects and implementation of improved methods of patient care. 9. Maintains current knowledge in fields by attending classes or seminars. 10. Performs workshops and in-services for medical staff as needed. 11. Maintains proficiency in CPR and assists as needed in CPR or other emergencies. 12. Performs other related duties as assigned. [BRASSRING IMPORT 9/24/16]

Qualifications

Graduate of accredited school of nursing. Current license to practice professional nursing by the State of Michigan. Previous experience with diabetic teaching. Certification in Diabetic Education preferred. Or 2. Bachelor’s degree in Dietetics with completion of registration through the American Dietetic Association. Two years of diabetic teaching with Certification in Diabetes Education [BRASSRING IMPORT 9/24/16]

Facility Description:

DMC Huron Valley-Sinai Hospital in Oakland County is committed to outstandingcustomer service and medical care. This hospital features the Harris Birthing Centerwith all private birthing suites, the Charach Cancer Treatment Center (affiliated withthe Barbara Ann Karmanos Cancer Center), cardiac services, and comprehensiveinpatient and outpatient diagnostic care. For emergency services, obstetrics andambulatory surgery, Huron Valley-Sinai consistently ranks among the top hospitals inthe nation.

EEO Statement

Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by an applicant’s or employee’s race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other legally protected status.

Tenet will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship.

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Job

Primary Location

MI-Commerce Township

Hospital/Facility

Job Type

Full-time

Shift Type

Days

Job Number

2606001995

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