Diabetes Educator - PBMD

Description

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Summary:

The Diabetes Educator provides comprehensive diabetes selfmanagement education and support to patients and their families in accordance with established clinical standards and evidencebased practice. This role assesses patient needs, develops and implements individualized education plans, and evaluates patient progress to promote optimal diabetes management outcomes. The Diabetes Educator collaborates with physicians, nurses, dietitians, and other members of the healthcare team to coordinate care, supports community education initiatives, and delivers patientcentered education focused on lifestyle modification, medication management, and glucose monitoring. Responsibilities are performed with consideration of patients' medical, psychosocial, and educational needs.

Responsibilities:

*Patient Education: Educate patients on diabetes management, including nutrition, exercise, medication administration, and blood glucose monitoring.

*Individualized Care Plans:Develop and implement personalized diabetes self-management education (DSME) plans tailored to each patient's needs and lifestyle.

*Collaboration:Work with a multidisciplinary healthcare team, including physicians, dietitians, and nurses, to coordinate comprehensive care for patients.

*Monitoring Progress:Assess patients' health status and progress, adjusting care plans as necessary to ensure optimal management of their diabetes.

*Community Outreach:Participate in community education programs to raise awareness about diabetes prevention and management.

*Emotional Support:Provide emotional support to patients and their families, helping them cope with the challenges of living with diabetes.

Other information:

Education:
A degree in nursing, dietetics, pharmacy, or a related field is typically required.

Credentials/Certifications:
Certification as a Diabetes Educator (CDE) is preferred.

Experience:
Previous experience in diabetes education or patient care is highly valued.

Legal Employer: Pardee - HCHC

Entity: Pardee UNC Health Care

Organization Unit: PBMD 2695 Hvl Rd Ste 200

Work Type: Full Time

Standard Hours Per Week: 40.00

Work Assignment Type: Onsite

Work Schedule: Day Job

Location of Job: PARDARDEN

Exempt From Overtime: Exempt: Yes

Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran or political affiliation.