Diabetes Nurse Educator

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Organization:

SMCS-Sutter Med Center - Sacramento

Position Overview:

Provides nursing care for patients and their families as well as works collaboratively with clinicians and other medical providers to implement the medical care plan. Is trained to provide patient education and support to all patients with diabetes, including gestational diabetes in order to help patients self-manage their diabetes and avoid complications. Creates individualized plans to help patients who are using a variety of self management approaches including monitoring blood sugars, problem solving with diabetes devices including meters, pens, pumps and sensors, setting realistic goals, and teaching healthy eating and coping behaviors. Is an active member of the health care team and collaborates with clinicians to provide a multi-disciplinary approach to patient care.

Job Description:

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EDUCATION.

• Provides education and support to new, returning and follow-up patients regarding Type 1 diabetes, Type 2 diabetes, Gestational diabetes, insulin pump patients/Continuous glucose monitor patients.

• Teaches classes in collaboration with other affiliates.

• Assists in the development of additional programs at other affiliates.

• Provides phone calls as needed for follow-up care, answering patient concerns/questions.

• Provides diabetic education to patients at additional Care Sites as needed/appropriate.

• Assists Clinical Educator with staff education re: diabetes, glucose testing/monitoring and other related topics as needed.

TEAMWORK.

• Collaborates with clinicians to assist with a multidisciplinary approach to patient care.

• Assists in the development of an outreach program for Urgent Care Sites.

COMMUNICATION.

• Follows up with patients with diabetes who miss an office visit appointment with their endocrinologist.

• Networks with community Diabetes Outreach programs and other community resources to meet the needs of the patient.

• Meets with drug representatives regarding diabetes products.

QUALITY IMPROVEMENT.

• Assists in the development of a diabetes education/support program to all ambulatory care sites.

• Assists in the development of patient education literature.

• Assess and instructs on new equipment as appropriate.

EDUCATION:

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.

CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE:

• RN-Registered Nurse of California
• BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider

DEPARTMENT REQUIRED CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE

• Department, SMCS Women's & Children's Ambulatory Services: CDCES-Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist within 2 years

TYPICAL EXPERIENCE:

• 5 years recent relevant experience
• Experience in OBGyn

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:

• Knowledge and understanding of diabetes, including gestational diabetes.
• Ability to demonstrate clinical competence in providing direct care, patient and family education.
• Ability to provide leadership and role modeling among clinical support staff and clinicians.
• Possess telephone triage skills to make patient assessments and provide education.
• Ability to prioritize workflow and manage multiple priorities with demands on time while remaining calm.

Job Shift:

Days

Schedule:

Per Diem/Casual

Shift Hours:

8

Days of the Week:

Monday - Friday

Weekend Requirements:

None

Benefits:

No

Unions:

No

Position Status:

Non-Exempt

Weekly Hours:

0

Employee Status:

Per Diem/Casual

Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.

Pay Range is $86.60 to $121.23 / hour

The posted pay range is based on the position's primary work location. Candidates who reside and work outside of that location may be subject to a different pay range based on their work location. Candidate starting salaries consider multiple factors, including, but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, departmental equity, training, and organizational needs. Base pay is only one component of Sutter Health’s comprehensive total rewards program. Eligible positions also include a comprehensive benefits package.