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Diabetes Educator (Endocrinology) Lakeland
Location:
Lakeland, FL
Description:
Nemours is seeking a Diabetes Educator, FULL-TIME, to join our Specialty Care team in Lakeland, Florida. Provides diabetes education to the appropriate to pediatric population, families, school personnel, and groups. The position is responsible for the following: * Provides timely, effective and appropriate diabetes education to the following populations: + All newly diagnosed children with diabetes (any type) and their families hospitalized at Lakeland Regional Hospital (exception - patients admitted and discharged on off-weekends). + All newly diagnosed children/families managed as outpatients at the Nemours Clinic. + Children/families being readmitted for diabetes-related problems (if learning needs assessment indicates re-education is needed). + Newly diagnosed children being seen for 1 week and 1 month follow-up at the Clinic. + All clients with Type 1 or Type 2 diabetes who have not had at least 1 hour of annual diabetes follow-up education. (Can be delivered in a group setting). + School personnel responsible for specific children cared for by the Division (as requested by both parents and school officials). Serves as liaison to school systems. * Cooperates with the dietitian for the Nemours Children's Hospital, or Lakeland Regional Hospital or dietitian assigned to Nemours Children's Clinic-Endocrinology to be sure educational needs are met in a timely manner. * Provides insulin pump training to inpatient and outpatient clients as requested. * Complies with the applicable standards for diabetes education set forth by Nemours Children's Hospital and clinics, the State of Florida and the American Diabetes Association. * Documents all educational assessment, intervention and outcomes accordingly. * Maintains an up-to-date inventory and working knowledge of diabetes self-care materials for patient distribution. Develops age-appropriate diabetes educational materials and class outlines as needed. * Participates in data retrieval and analysis for both ADA Education and Provider Recognition. * Refers patients and clients to appropriate support services, support groups. * Provides diabetes case management as requested by Nemours providers. Seeks assistance from providers with insulin dose adjustment and sick day management. * Provides other telephone follow-up in a manner to be determined to meet ADA requirements. * Fulfills continuing education requirements required by ADA Program Recognition Guidelines. * Complies with HIPAA Regulations. * Complies with OSHA/Safety Regulations. * Adheres to NCC-O Customer Service Standards of Performance. * Performs all other duties as assigned. Job Requirements * Associate (2 years of training beyond high school; e.g. Associate's degree) required. * Bachelor's Degree preferred. * Minimum one (1) year of experience required. * Minimum one (1) year of pediatric diabetes related experience. * Current State of Florida RN or Registered Dietitian License required. * Valid American Heart Association BLS Certification required. * Certified Diabetic Educator preferred. Must be obtained within six (6) months of eligibility. * Certified Insulin Pump Trainer preferred. Must be obtained within six (6) months of eligibility. * Must maintain continuing education as required for licensure. * Travel required.
Company:
Nemours
Posted:
June 24 on Equest
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