Certified Diabetes Educator - Part Time/20 hrs per week
The University of Kansas Health System
Position TitleCertified Diabetes Educator - Part Time/20 hrs per weekEnglewood Plaza, Medical PavilionPosition Summary / Career Interest:This role is Part-time(20 hrs/week) working with 2 clinics/week.
The Diabetes Educator educates patients with diabetes on meal planning and general diabetes self-management education. They participate in the development and implementation of new/current nutrition and education programs. The Diabetes Educator assists in maintaining ADA accreditation and continuous quality improvement projects.Responsibilities:Be available in clinic most days of the week for additional one-on-one teaching as needed (e.g., instruction on insulin pen use, glucometers, insulin pump)Conduct DSME and/or nutrition clinics 4 days per weekCoordinate, manage, and teach group diabetes education classCoordinate/implement other external events as appropriateCreate and implement an annual Diabetes Day event Create and implement CQI projects (a requirement of ADA recognition)Assist the Education Coordinator with maintaining ADA recognition Help with coordination and teaching of other classes (e.g., Managing Diabetes and Pump Preview)Helps maintain ADA recognition and keep up to date Work closely with the administrative staff on scheduling and other matters Work with vendors for samples and updates
The Diabetes Educator educates patients with diabetes on meal planning and general diabetes self-management education. They participate in the development and implementation of new/current nutrition and education programs. The Diabetes Educator assists in maintaining ADA accreditation and continuous quality improvement projects.Responsibilities:Be available in clinic most days of the week for additional one-on-one teaching as needed (e.g., instruction on insulin pen use, glucometers, insulin pump)Conduct DSME and/or nutrition clinics 4 days per weekCoordinate, manage, and teach group diabetes education classCoordinate/implement other external events as appropriateCreate and implement an annual Diabetes Day event Create and implement CQI projects (a requirement of ADA recognition)Assist the Education Coordinator with maintaining ADA recognition Help with coordination and teaching of other classes (e.g., Managing Diabetes and Pump Preview)Helps maintain ADA recognition and keep up to date Work closely with the administrative staff on scheduling and other matters Work with vendors for samples and updates
*Must be able to perform the professional, clinical and or technical competencies of the assigned unit or department.
*Note: These statements are intended to describe the essential functions of the job and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities. Skills and duties may vary dependent upon your department or unit. Other duties may be assigned as required.
JOB REQUIREMENTS:
Required:
Bachelor's degree in an appropriate field (e.g., Nursing, Dietetics-Nutrition, or a biological science)CDE certification (NCBDE) required within 12 months of hireBLS CertificationCurrent RD or RN License in state of practiceTwo years’ clinical experience in diabetes and/or nutrition educationPreferred:
MS or MSN degreeTwo years’ clinical experience in an ADA or AADE accredited programTime Type:Part timeJob Requisition ID:R-35094We are an equal employment opportunity employer without regard to a person’s race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and sexual orientation), national origin, ancestry, age (40 or older), disability, veteran status or genetic information.Need help finding the right job?We can recommend jobs specifically for you! Create a custom Job Alert by selecting criteria that suit your career interests.
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