Diabetes Educator II Pediatric Endocrinology Job at Christus Health, Tyler, TX

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  • Christus Health
  • Tyler, TX

Job Description

Responsible for DM instruction, documentation and follow-up on patients identified through physician referral. Conducts quality and effective diabetes self-management education program classes. Accountable for ongoing evaluation of program, performance improvements, physician and patient phone calls/correspondence. Primarily responsible for out-patient appointments. Develops, implements, and evaluates community educational events. Participates in community diabetes screenings. Maintains ADA Diabetes Recognition Program status.

* Provides outpatient diabetes self-management & nutritional instruction consistent with program content and ADA guidelines.
* Conducts self-management classes conducive to learning with satisfactory or better evaluations.
* Performs patient DM instruction per physician orders.
* Instructs according to age specific guidelines & medical condition.
* Provides family support & education PRN.
* Refers to self-management classes when appropriate.
* Documents and evaluates the teaching and learning process on the patient’s chart.
* Provides professional and timely info to MD regarding patient progress/status.
* Maintains/supports ADA Diabetes Recognition Program status.
* Develops, implements and participates in community diabetes and educational programs.
* Evaluates effectiveness of community outreach events.
* Assists with diabetes education in-service for nursing staff/physicians.
* Participates in multidisciplinary meetings with the Diabetes Advisory Board committee and other healthcare professionals involved in the care of diabetes patients.
* Represents and promotes CHRISTUS Health.
* Provides input and assists with the planning of the Diabetes Center’s services.
* Facilitates participant access to services.
* Strives for highest standards of productivity and quality instruction.

*Education/Skills*

* Bachelor's Degree in a related field is required.

*Experience*

* 0 - 2 years of related experience.

*Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications*

* BLS (Basic Life Support) required.
* RD (Registered Dietician) preferred.
* CDCES (Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist preferred.

*Work Type*

M-F 8-5 Full Time

Job Type: Full-time

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:
* Dental insurance
* Employee assistance program
* Employee discount
* Health insurance
* Paid time off
* Vision insurance

Ability to Commute:
* Tyler, TX 75701 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:
* Tyler, TX 75701: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Job Tags

Full time, Relief, Relocation,

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