Diabetes Nurse Educator
Core
Performs patient assessment, plans and delivers diabetes education, and evaluates patient outcomes across the continuum of illness.
Role type
Clinical nurse educator (diabetes)
Builds
Patient education programs and community outreach support
Domain
Healthcare / Diabetes care
Required skills
Patient assessment, Diabetes education delivery, Community outreach, Multi-disciplinary team communication, Performance improvement, Data compilation and reporting
Preferred skills
BSN degree, Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (CDCES) certification upon hire, 5 years clinical nursing experience
Technologies
None stated
Responsibilities
Identifies education needs of the community and patients with diabetes, Performs patient assessment and delivers education, Advocates on behalf of patients and families, Participates in community outreach and educational support, Completes daily rounds to assess patient status, Ensures necessary testing and scheduling prior to procedures, Compiles reference materials and prepares reports
Seniority
Entry-level to Mid-level, hands-on IC