RN - Diabetes Program

St. Tammany Parish Hospital; United States; On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Part time

Job summary

St. Tammany Health System in Covington, LA seeks an experienced Registered Nurse to deliver diabetes education across inpatient and outpatient settings and through community programs.

This role emphasizes hands-on teaching, patient empowerment, and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team. Candidates must have RN licensure and a minimum of three years of clinical experience; BLS is required, and CDCES certification is strongly preferred and encouraged to be completed within six months of

Qualifications

• Graduation from accredited nursing program with RN licensure.
• Minimum of three years clinical nursing experience.
• Diabetes education experience strongly preferred (inpatient/outpatient).
• BLS certification required; willingness to obtain CDCES within 6 months and complete exam within 2 years of hire.

Responsibilities

• Provide diabetes education in inpatient and outpatient settings and through community education services.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to support patient education goals.

Skills

Diabetes education

Nursing

BLS certification

Education

RN license

Job description

At 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

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 Partner Talent 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.

St. Tammany Health System is a full-service acute care facility that delivers today’s life-improving procedures with the latest technology, highest quality and the utmost care to area residents.

From wellness and prevention to diagnosis, treatment, rehabilitation and recovery, the St. Tammany Health System delivers the very latest technology, the most accomplished specialists and highly personalized, caring staff to ensure patients and families receive world-class healthcare close to home.

St. Tammany Health System is an independent service district in a clinically integrated partnership with Ochsner Health System. Together, the two organizations focus on aligning their healthcare offerings to best serve patients and families in west St. Tammany Parish and surrounding areas.