Diabetes Educator-Full Time- Cape Fear Valley Pediatric Endocrinology

Facility

Cape Fear Valley Pediatric Endocrinology

Location

Fayetteville, North Carolina

Department

Pediatric Endocrinology

Job Family

Professional

Work Shift

Days (United States of America)

Summary

Act as coordinator of the Pediatric and Adult Diabetes Program, providing self-management education and resources for patients across the continuum, guiding them and their caregivers toward a quality outcome.

Major Job Functions

The following is a summary of the major essential functions of this job. The incumbent may perform other duties, both major and minor, that are not mentioned below. In addition, specific functions may change from time to time:

Function as a part of the leadership and coordination team (Medical Director, Physicians) of the Pediatric and Adult Diabetes Program

Collaborate with Information Systems staff for the maintenance of the diabetes data collection system

Collaborate with diabetes team and outside providers in the development and implementation of individualized educational plan of care for each patient

Assess health status, learning needs, and self-management process of referred patients with initial class presentation and with follow-up contacts per program guidelines

Facilitate development and use of protocols and plans patient care in cooperation with the diabetes center team

Discuss plan of care with the patient and family at the direction and discretion of physicians

Monitor self-management processes based on assessment of physical, psychological, and spiritual responses and financial needs of patients, families, or significant others and alerts the health care team to actual and potential health related problems, and unusual occurrences

Evaluate care and coordinates interventions of referred patients in conjunction with all members of the healthcare team

Develop strong supportive relationships with referred patients, hospital departmental personnel, physicians, other disciplines and community-based agencies and community physicians

Maintain knowledge of and participate in CQI and QAI activities

Conduct outcomes evaluations including effectiveness of follow-up procedures and make results available to physicians and the multidisciplinary team

Retrieve and report outcomes data indicators that show the impact of diabetes education on patient health status, and reports results to the healthcare team and the collaborative practice group

Ensure data is collected and reported to the ADA for continued certification of the diabetes program

Conducts periodic diabetes education programs to staff and community groups in coordination with Education Department as required

Responsible for raising community awareness about diabetes education through public service programs in coordination with Marketing Division as appropriate

Guide and educate assigned interns and student dietitians during their rotation with the Diabetes Program

Ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal requirements for documentation and registration of outpatients per CFVHS corporate compliance and other policies

Maintain and adhere to policies and procedures that are consistent and in compliance with the American Diabetes Association’s nationally recognized program requirements

Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

The following qualifications, or equivalents, are the minimum requirements necessary to perform the essential functions of this job:

Education and Formal Training :

Bachelor’s degree in Health Sciences or related healthcare field required

Current healthcare licensure (in field of study) in North Carolina required

Current Certified Diabetes Educator (CDE) required

Registered Dietitian preferred

Work Experience :

3 years of current hospital experience in clinical area of responsibility required

1 year management experience preferred

1 year case management experience preferred

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required :

Maintain current knowledge and skills in diabetes self-management and education concepts, practices, and techniques and disseminates information to the health care team through appropriate forums

Positive interpersonal communications skills

Outstanding verbal and written skills

Demonstrate effective organization, prioritization, and leadership skills

Knowledgeable of the age specific physiological, psychosocial, developmental, and spiritual needs of the patient population typically served

Physical Requirements :

Ability to stand and walk for extended periods

May be required to bend and lift

Ability to access all areas of the hospital including detached buildings

Excellent speech, auditory and visual acuity for communication of patient needs and observation of patients

Position may involve skin, eye, mucous membrane, or parenteral contact with blood or other potentially infectious materials

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Required Licenses and Certifications

CDE - National Certification Board For Diabetes Educators

Cape Fear Valley Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Disability/Veteran/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity