RN - Diabetes Program

St. Tammany Parish Hospital; Covington (LA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Tammany Health System is seeking a Registered Nurse for the Diabetes Program in Covington, LA. The role focuses on diabetes education across inpatient, outpatient, and community settings, delivering high-quality care to patients.

The RN will educate patients and families, coordinate with the care team, and participate in ongoing diabetes programming and staff education. This is a full-time on-site position with weekday hours.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
• Current state RN licensure.
• Minimum of three years clinical experience.
• Diabetes education experience preferred (inpatient/outpatient).
• Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (CDCES) strongly preferred; schedule to complete within 6 months to 2 years of hire.
• Current BLS certification (ILCOR-based courses) required.

Responsibilities

• Provide diabetes education in inpatient and outpatient settings and through community and professional education services.

Skills

Diabetes education

Patient education

BLS certification

Education

RN licensure

Job description

RN - Diabetes Program### RN - Diabetes ProgramApply: Covington, LA: Full time: Posted Yesterday: R13172At St. Tammany Health System, delivering world-class healthcare close to home is our goal. That means we are committed to attracting and retaining the very best professionals for every position in our health system.We believe the pristine beauty of St. Tammany Parish adds to our attractive compensation package. The health system is nestled in the heart of Covington on the north shore of Lake Pontchartrain. It is a peaceful, scenic, community-oriented area with an abundance of amenities to suit every taste.**JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS**Scheduled Weekly Hours: 32**Work Shift:** Mon - Fri 8am - 4:30pm **Job Summary:**The Registered Nurse is a licensed registered nurse responsible and accountable for providing diabetes education in the inpatient and outpatient settings and through community and professional education services. **Minimum Qualifications:*** Graduation from accredited program for specific field of health care professional. (Registered Nurse)* Current state licensure.* Minimum of three years clinical experience.* Additional, diabetes education experience highly preferred (inpatient and/or outpatient setting)* Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (CDCES) strongly preferred. Applicants are encouraged to successfully complete the Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist certification examination within 6 months of obtaining the required experience hours and not to exceed 2 years from date of hire.* Current BLS certification through any International Liaison Committee on Resuscitation (ILCOR) provided courses such as but not limited to: Ochsner Health System, American Heart Association, and American Red Cross. The ILCOR course must include a manikin check off. **Physical Demands:** Must possess good physical health. Some requirements include but are not limited to standing, sitting or walking for long periods of time. Lifting at least 20 pounds is required. Must be able to work with a moderate level of noise. Physical Effort required: Constant (67%-100%) – talking, hearing, seeing Frequently (34%-66%) - reaching Occasionally (1%-33%) - lifting, carrying, pushing/pulling, climbing (stairs, ladders, etc.), balancing, stooping, crouching, handling/feeling**Contact Information:**Hedda L Lacoste, HR Talent PartnerTalent Acquisition - Human Resources### **EMPLOYMENT**Each St. Tammany Health System staff member is expected to conduct himself or herself according to our mission, vision and values. Please take time to review those expectations, which can be found **by clicking here**, before applying for employment. If you feel you are unable to demonstrate those characteristics, we respectfully request that you do not proceed with the application process.**EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER**St. Tammany Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer. St. Tammany Health System is committed to equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability status, genetic information or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.