Diabetic Educator RN

125 Advocate Health and Hospitals Corporation; Park Ridge (IL); On-site; USD 49,000 - 73,000; Part time

Job summary

Advocate Lutheran General Hospital in Park Ridge, IL is seeking an RN Diabetes Educator for part-time work. The educator will plan and execute diabetes self-management training for inpatients, outpatients, families, and community partners, aligning with current standards of care.

Responsibilities include goal setting, documenting outcomes, and coordinating follow-up with the multidisciplinary team. Illinois RN license and CPR are required, with Diabetes Educator certification anticipated.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in nursing with 4+ years experience in adult/pediatric diabetes education or a BSN with 3+ years experience.
• Currently licensed RN in Illinois and eligible for Diabetes Educator certification.
• CPR certification and clinical teaching experience are expected.

Responsibilities

• Plan, implement, and evaluate diabetes self-management training for inpatients, outpatients, families, and community.
• Collaborate with patients and families to set learning goals and behavior change plans.
• Document outcomes, revise interventions, and follow up with patients and families.

Skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Problem solving

CPR knowledge

Basic computer skills

RN license Illinois

Diabetes education

Certification readiness

Education

Associate degree in nursing (RN)

BSN preferred with 3+ years experience

Job description

Department: 34316 Advocate Lutheran General Hospital - Diabetic Education Status: Part time Benefits Eligible: No Hours Per Week: 0 Schedule Details/Additional Information: Days primarily M-F but may be some weekend days in the future. Pay Range $35.50 - $53.25 Diabetic Educator(RN) – (Adult) Park Ridge, IL

Registry Days Major Responsibilities

Responsible for planning, implementing, and evaluating diabetes self- management training across the continuum for inpatients, outpatients, significant others, and community.

• Collaborates with patients, families, and/or significant others in establishing mutual learning goals and behavior change goals.
• Documents evaluation of outcomes, and revises interventions and follow-up plan for patients, families, and/or significant others.
• Participates in clinical evaluation of patient care.
• Accesses resources to facilitate discharge planning and appropriate follow-up.
• Bases instruction on current standards of practice and input from physicians.
• Participates in planning and conducting community service projects, programs, and support groups.
• Teaches, evaluates, and provides patient follow-up specific to diabetes classes.
• Communicates education and follow-up recommendations to physicians and other health care providers within the multidisciplinary team.
• Conducts and documents individualized assessment of pertinent medical, psychosocial, and educational history of patients.
• Using a multidisciplinary approach, develops, implements, and documents teaching plan, educational interventions, and follow-up plan based on the learning needs assessment for patients, families, and/or significant others.

Functions as a resource in diabetes management for the healthcare team.

Diabetes Management Support

Serves as a resource person to nursing staff regarding procedures, clinical pathways, and equipment directly related to diabetes management.

• Acts as a resource to other departments and disciplines within hospital and community.
• Participates in formal or informal educational programs regarding diabetes-related topics.
• Maintains knowledge of current developments, trends and techniques in diabetes management and education and makes recommendations regarding use in diabetes program. Incorporates activities of quality improvement to ensure positive patient outcomes.

Quality Improvement Activities

• Participates in formulating, implementing, and evaluating continuous quality improvement activities for the diabetes education program and materials.
• Participates in professional organizations related to the subspecialty in order to promote and maintain current standards of care and patient education.
• Participates in diabetes advisory committee and others as requested.
• Recognizes the opportunity to integrate research findings into nursing care and education of patients with diabetes.

Licensure

Nurse, Registered (RN)

Education/Experience Required

• Associate degree in nursing with 4 years experience in adult and pediatric diabetes education within a diabetes program or a diabetes-related position; Bachelor of Science in Nursing with 3 years experience is required.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required

• Good communication and organizational skills
• Problem solving skills
• Basic computer skills
• Clinically appropriate skills
• Proficient in use and handling of patient-related equipment.
• Current Illinois RN license.
• Eligible for Certification as Diabetes Educator.
• Evidence of CPR course completion.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

Ability to work different hours in order to accommodate patient needs. Ability to recognize the needs and behaviors of specific age groups of patients treated. Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and complete work at a fast pace Ability to travel to outside meetings or community education offerings. Ability to move patients and equipment up to 30 lbs. Ability to cooperate and work well with others. May be exposed to hazardous materials and body substances. If position has direct patient care or direct patient contact the following lifting requirement supersedes any previous lifting requirement effective 06/01/2015. Ability to lift up to 35 pounds without assistance. For patient lifts of over 35 pounds, or when patient is unable to assist with the lift, patient handling equipment is expected to be used, with at least one other associate, when available. Unique patient lifting/movement situations will be assessed on a case-by-case basis.

Our Commitment to You

Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including: Compensation Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job Incentive pay for select positions Opportunity for annual increases based on performance Benefits and more Paid Time Off programs Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs Educational Assistance Program Note: Eligibility for programs listed above may depend on your FTE or status (e.g., full‑time, part‑time, per diem, temporary, etc.); please ask a Recruiter for more information during an interview.

About Advocate Health

Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. Providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois; Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama; and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin, Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health services nearly 6 million patients and is engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies, with Wake Forest University School of Medicine serving as the academic core of the enterprise. It is nationally recognized for its expertise in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics and rehabilitation, as well as organ transplants, burn treatments and specialized musculoskeletal programs. Advocate Health employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, and offers one of the nation’s largest graduate medical education programs with over 2,000 residents and fellows across more than 200 programs. Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides more than $6 billion in annual community benefits. This is Transformation One shared purpose brought us together. Now, as one of the 10 largest not-for-profit, integrated health systems in the United States, our combined strength and stability drives us forward. Starting with You Caring for nearly 3 million people has inspired a transformation. One in which the patient’s experience guides our vision and empowers us to offer new possibilities in our communities. Reshaping Access What is access? It’s offering more sites of care than any other health system in the Midwest. But there’s a new frontier. Access is exploring the latest technologies to deliver care to patients exactly where they are and exactly when they need it Inspiring Professionals With our dynamically inclusive workforce and strong connections to the places where we live and work, we’ll touch more lives and contribute to stronger and more vibrant communities. Transforming Care We’re redefining the standard for care with world-class doctors and caregivers, innovative solutions, outstanding outcomes, and leading-edge research and clinical trials. Combined, Advocate and Aurora are recognized for clinical excellence in: Cardiovascular Care Neurosciences Gynecology Oncology Pediatrics Primary Care Neurology Geriatrics Trauma Care