Inpatient Diabetes Educator

Corewell Health; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

On-demand pay

Job summary

Corewell Health, Education Diabetes - Medical Group West in Grand Rapids, MI, seeks a dedicated diabetes educator. This full-time role focuses on educating patients and their families about diabetes self-care, documenting education, and ensuring continuity of care across settings.

Shift is day, 40 hours weekly. Qualified candidates will have a nursing or related healthcare degree with RN licensure in Michigan, CPR certification, and diabetes education credentials.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Nursing or related healthcare field required.
• Master's degree preferred.
• 3 years of recent, relevant clinical experience including prior teaching experience with adult clientele required.

Responsibilities

• Provide quality diabetes education and counseling to patients and their families.
• Document the education process and clinical recommendations per guidelines.
• Collaborate with health professionals to promote delivery of quality services and patient education.

Skills

Clinical education

Teaching experience

Adult education

Diabetes education

Education

Bachelor's degree in Nursing or related healthcare field

Master's degree (preferred)

Job description

About Outpatient Clinics

Corewell Health operates over 300 outpatient clinics across Michigan, bringing a multitude of care options to the communities that we serve. There are over 40 different types of primary care and specialty practices, which allows those who work in these clinics the opportunity to learn and explore various interests or to specialize in one area.

About Outpatient Clinics

Corewell Health operates over 300 outpatient clinics across Michigan, bringing a multitude of care options to the communities that we serve. There are over 40 different types of primary care and specialty practices, which allows those who work in these clinics the opportunity to learn and explore various interests or to specialize in one area.

Scope of work

Provides quality education, counsel, and support to clients and their significant others regarding diabetes self-care. Documents the education process, patient information and clinical recommendations according to department/program/regulatory guidelines, and measures outcomes to maximize continuity of care between settings. Participates in projects related to area of specialty and the development/revision of procedures/policies, educational materials/guidelines, educational programs. Collaborates with and serves as a resource for other health professionals to promote delivery of quality services and patient education within the institution as well as the community.

Qualifications

• Required Bachelor's Degree Nursing or related healthcare field
• Preferred Master's Degree
• 3 years of recent, relevant clinical experience including prior teaching experience with adult clientele Required
• LIC-Registered Nurse (RN) - STATE_MI State of Michigan required or CRT-Registered Dietitian (RD) - CDR Commission on Dietetic Registration required
• CRT-CPR - AHA American Heart Association 90 Days required
• CRT-Diabetes Educator (CDE) - NCBDE National Certification Board for Diabetes Educators 3 Years required

How Corewell Health cares for you

• Comprehensive benefits package to meet your financial, health, and work/life balance goals. Learn more here.
• On-demand pay program powered by Payactiv
• Discounts directory with deals on the things that matter to you, like restaurants, phone plans, spas, and more!
• Optional identity theft protection, home and auto insurance
• Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and match savings
• Eligibility for benefits is determined by employment type and status

Primary Location

SITE - North Office Building - 221 Michigan St NE - Grand Rapids

Department Name

Education Diabetes - Medical Group West

Employment Type

Full time

Shift

Day (United States of America)

Weekly Scheduled Hours

40

Hours of Work

8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Days Worked

Monday to Friday

Weekend Frequency

N/A

Corewell Health is committed to providing a safe environment for our team members, patients, visitors, and community. We require a drug-free workplace and require team members to comply with the MMR, Varicella, Tdap, and Influenza vaccine requirement if in an on-site or hybrid workplace category. We are committed to supporting prospective team members who require reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application process, to perform the essential functions of a job, or to enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment due to a disability, pregnancy, or sincerely held religious belief.

Corewell Health grants equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, genetic information, marital status, height, weight, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other legally protected category.

An interconnected, collaborative culture where all are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work, is vital to the health of our organization. As a health system, we advocate for equity as we care for our patients, our communities, and each other. From workshops that develop cultural intelligence, to our inclusion resource groups for people to find community and empowerment at work, we are dedicated to ongoing resources that advance our values of diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. We invite those that share in our commitment to join our team.