Nemours is seeking a Diabetes Educator, FULL-TIME, to join our Specialty Care team in Lakeland, Florida.
Provides diabetes education to the appropriate to pediatric population, families, school personnel, and groups.
The position is responsible for the following:
Provides timely, effective and appropriate diabetes education to the following populations:
All newly diagnosed children with diabetes (any type) and their families hospitalized at Lakeland Regional Hospital (exception - patients admitted and discharged on off-weekends).
All newly diagnosed children/families managed as outpatients at the Nemours Clinic.
Children/families being readmitted for diabetes-related problems (if learning needs assessment indicates re-education is needed).
Newly diagnosed children being seen for 1 week and 1 month follow-up at the Clinic.
All clients with Type 1 or Type 2 diabetes who have not had at least 1 hour of annual diabetes follow-up education. (Can be delivered in a group setting).
School personnel responsible for specific children cared for by the Division (as requested by both parents and school officials). Serves as liaison to school systems.
Cooperates with the dietitian for the Nemours Children's Hospital, or Lakeland Regional Hospital or dietitian assigned to Nemours Children's Clinic-Endocrinology to be sure educational needs are met in a timely manner.
Provides insulin pump training to inpatient and outpatient clients as requested.
Complies with the applicable standards for diabetes education set forth by Nemours Children's Hospital and clinics, the State of Florida and the American Diabetes Association.
Documents all educational assessment, intervention and outcomes accordingly.
Maintains an up-to-date inventory and working knowledge of diabetes self-care materials for patient distribution. Develops age-appropriate diabetes educational materials and class outlines as needed.
Participates in data retrieval and analysis for both ADA Education and Provider Recognition.
Refers patients and clients to appropriate support services, support groups.
Provides diabetes case management as requested by Nemours providers. Seeks assistance from providers with insulin dose adjustment and sick day management.
Provides other telephone follow-up in a manner to be determined to meet ADA requirements.
Fulfills continuing education requirements required by ADA Program Recognition Guidelines.
Complies with HIPAA Regulations.
Complies with OSHA/Safety Regulations.
Adheres to NCC-O Customer Service Standards of Performance.
Performs all other duties as assigned.
Job Requirements
Associate (2 years of training beyond high school; e.g. Associate's degree) required.
Bachelor's Degree preferred.
Minimum one (1) year of experience required.
Minimum one (1) year of pediatric diabetes related experience.
Current State of Florida RN or Registered Dietitian License required.
Valid American Heart Association BLS Certification required.
Certified Diabetic Educator preferred. Must be obtained within six (6) months of eligibility.
Certified Insulin Pump Trainer preferred. Must be obtained within six (6) months of eligibility.
Must maintain continuing education as required for licensure.
