Outpatient Diabetes Educator

Team Member Services; Florida; On-site; USD 60,000 - 111,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

PTO from Day One

403-B Retirement Plan

Parental Leave (4 wks)

Career Development

Well-being Resources

Mental Health Support

Pet Benefits

Job summary

AdventHealth in Maitland, FL seeks a Diabetes Care Educator to join our team and advance patient education on lifestyle and nutrition within ADA standards. You will manage a caseload, provide group and individual diabetes instruction, and collaborate with healthcare professionals to improve outcomes.

Qualifications include RN/BC RN or RDN credentials, BLS, experience in diabetes care, and ability to teach across ages.

Qualifications

• Advanced knowledge of diabetes concepts and insulin pump therapy concepts as related to food intake.
• Ability to provide teaching in all aspects of diabetes management and nutrition.
• Ability to assess and interpret data relative to patient's age and diagnosis.
• Ability to provide comprehensive insulin pump training and glucose sensor training.
• Ability to communicate effectively and organize daily activities.
• Knowledge of computer programs such as Microsoft Outlook, Word, PowerPoint.
• Ability to work with patients of various ages and backgrounds.
• Ability to communicate fluently in English.
• Knowledge of continuous glucose monitoring.
• DiaWeb documentation system.
• Bilingual: Spanish preferred.

Responsibilities

• Participates in special projects, community events, and education programs to increase diabetes awareness.
• Completes documentation accurately and within expected time frames.
• Provides ongoing therapeutic lifestyle coaching using approved resources and manages assigned caseloads.
• Supports quality standards and performance improvement activities.
• Educates patients and families about current research and assists with recruiting for research studies.
• Seeks professional growth opportunities and participates in community activities such as lectures and support groups.
• Delivers diabetes instruction in group and individual sessions per ADA standards and policy.
• Assesses learning barriers and provides appropriate resource referrals.
• Establishes learning goals and educational plans with patients and families.
• Prescribes appropriate nutrition plans based on patient needs and diagnoses.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Diabetes knowledge

Diabetes education

Data interpretation

Insulin pump training

Communication skills

Microsoft Outlook

English fluency

CGM knowledge

Spanish bilingual

Education

Associate's degree

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

DiaWeb

Microsoft Word

Microsoft PowerPoint

Outlook

Job description

Our promise to you:

Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It's about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.

All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:

• Benefits from Day One: Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance


• Paid Time Off from Day One


• 403-B Retirement Plan


• 4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave


• Career Development


• Whole Person Well-being Resources


• Mental Health Resources and Support


• Pet Benefits

Schedule:

• Full time


• Shift: Day (United States of America)


• Address: 2600 WESTHALL LN


• City: MAITLAND


• State: Florida


• Postal Code: 32751

Job Description:

Participates in special projects, community events, and healthcare professional education programs to increase diabetes awareness. Completes documentation and record-keeping accurately and within expected time frames. Provides ongoing therapeutic lifestyle coaching using approved resources and manages assigned caseloads. Participates in practice changes resulting from performance improvement activities and supports departmental quality standards. Serves as an advocate for care with community agencies, including pharmacies, insurance companies, and employers. Educates patients and families about current research and assists with identifying and recruiting candidates for research studies. Seeks professional growth opportunities and participates in community activities such as educational lectures and support groups. Provides diabetes instruction in group and individual sessions according to American Diabetes Association standards and departmental policy. Obtains individual patient assessments, identifies learning barriers, and provides appropriate resource referrals. Establishes individualized learning goals and educational plans in collaboration with patients and families. Prescribes appropriate nutrition plans based on patient needs and diagnoses. Evaluates patients upon completion of educational plans and provides follow-up as needed. Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Advanced knowledge of diabetes concepts and skills including insulin pump therapy concepts as related to food intake. [Required]


• Ability to provide teaching in all aspects of diabetes management and nutrition. [Required]


• Ability to assess and interpret data relative to patient's age and diagnosis. [Required]


• Ability to provide comprehensive insulin pump training and glucose sensor training. [Required]


• Ability to communicate effectively and organize daily activities. [Required]


• Knowledge of computer programs such as Microsoft Outlook, Word, PowerPoint. [Required]


• Ability to work with patients of various ages and backgrounds. [Required]


• Ability to communicate fluently in English. [Required]


• Knowledge of continuous glucose monitoring. [Preferred]


• DiaWeb documentation system. [Preferred]


• Bilingual: Spanish preferred. [Preferred]

Education:

• Associate's [Required]


• Bachelor's [Preferred]

Field of Study:

• ASN or Bachelor's degree required

Work Experience:

• 1+ experience in diabetes specialty [Required]


• 1+ experience in the field [Required]

Additional Information:

• N/A

Licenses and Certifications:

• Basic Life Support - CPR Cert (BLS) [Required]


• Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) [Required] OR


• Registered Nurse (RN) [Required]


• Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (CDCES) [Required]


• Licensed Dietitian/Nutritionist (LDN) [Preferred] OR


• Licensed Dietitian (LD) [Preferred]

Physical Requirements:

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Pay Range:

$59,652.52 - $110,956.61

Background Screening Requirement (Florida Law)

Certain positions are subject to Florida Level 2 background screening , including fingerprinting, as required by state law.

Applicants may review general information about Florida's background screening requirements at the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse :

https://info.flclearinghouse.com/

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.