Primary Purpose
Coordinates and delivers Diabetes Education for pediatric patients and family members. Collaborates with a multidisciplinary team in determining age-appropriate educational needs of patients with diabetes. Participates in the development of appropriate educational materials and plans programs such as comprehensive diabetes education programs, support groups, staff development, diabetes in-services and orientation for new teammates, as well as other hospital staff. In collaboration with the medical staff and nursing staff, monitors the clinical care and education of patients and provides diabetes educational support to improve patient care and patient outcomes. Acts as a role model, patient advocate, change agent, leader and cost-effective practitioner. Maintains Certified Diabetes Educator or Board Certified - Advanced Diabetes Management certification and other required licensure.
Major Responsibilities
Evaluates, educates, and counsels pediatric diabetes patients and family members
Uses established principles of teaching-learning theory and life-style counseling.
Individualizes instructions for persons of all ages, incorporating their cultural preferences, health beliefs and learning styles.
Evaluates patient's/family's response to education, treatment and health services provided.
Documents patient assessment, education, learning barriers and interventions to address barriers, and patient response to education.
Serves as a resource to nursing, clinical, and other healthcare personnel and the community.
Coordinates program curriculum and communicates with Diabetes Education Program Manager & Service Line leadership on program needs.
Evaluates the program’s content and effectiveness and proactively introduces improvements as needed.
Maintains current knowledge of the latest diabetes care educational techniques and products available in order to maintain a state-of-the-art approach.
Follows guidelines of the American Diabetes Association (ADA) and incorporates best practices in treatment plans
Maintains compliance to all safety, infection control, HIPAA, Joint Commission, ADA, & Point of Care regulations.
Assists in development of community/professional continuing education as needed.
Minimum Job Requirements
Education: Degree from an Accredited School of Nursing OR Bachelor’s Degree in Human Nutrition, Food and Nutrition, Biological Sciences, or Dietetics required.
Certification / Registration / License: Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse (RN) OR Registered Dietitian in the State of North Carolina. Certified Diabetes Educator (CDE) or Board Certified - Advanced Diabetes Management (BC-ADM) required or actively achieving eligibility within two years of hire. BLS Required per policy guidelines.
Work Experience: Two years of experience in diabetes care, education management, chronic disease or related patient care required.
Knowledge / Skills / Abilities
Strong oral and written communication skills, including public speaking
Ability to work with a variety of professionals, staff, patients, and families
Self-directed and proactive leadership
Organizational and effective time management skills
Flexibility to adapt to changes in daily routine
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions
This position requires walking, sitting, standing, reaching, bending, pushing and pulling. Must be able to list and support the weight of 35 pounds. Must have intact sense of sight, hearing, smell, touch, and finger dexterity. Possible exposure to infections and contagious diseases. Possible/occasional exposure to patient illnesses.
Atrium Health is one of the nation’s leading healthcare organizations, connecting patients with on-demand care, world-class specialists and the region’s largest primary care network. A recognized leader in healthcare delivery, quality and innovation, our foundation rests on providing clinically excellent and compassionate care.
We’ve been serving our community since 1940, when we opened our doors as Charlotte Memorial Hospital. Since then, our network has grown to include more than 40 hospitals and 900 care locations ranging from doctors’ offices to behavioral health centers to nursing homes.
Our focus: Delivering the highest quality patient care, supporting medical research and education, and joining with partners outside our walls to keep our community healthy.
Our Mission Statement, Vision and Values
Our Mission: To improve health, elevate hope and advance healing – for all.
Our Vision: To be the first and best choice for care.
Our Values: We recognize that employees are our most valuable asset. We have identified four core values we hold in the highest regard: caring, commitment, integrity and teamwork.
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