Certified Diabetes Educator - Atrium Health Levine Children's Pediatric Endocrinology Concord FT Days

Department: 03110 GCMG Pediatric Endocrinology and Diabetes Care: 4501 Cameron Valley Pkwy - Pediatrics: Endocrinology Status: Full time Benefits Eligible: Yes Hours Per Week: 40 Schedule Details/Additional Information: Weekdays Pay Range $34.90 - $52.35 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. Our Commitment to You: Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including: Compensation Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job Incentive pay for select positions Opportunity for annual increases based on performance Benefits and more Paid Time Off programs Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs Educational Assistance Program About Advocate Health Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. Providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois; Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama; and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin, Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health services nearly 6 million patients and is engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies, with Wake Forest University School of Medicine serving as the academic core of the enterprise. It is nationally recognized for its expertise in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics and rehabilitation, as well as organ transplants, burn treatments and specialized musculoskeletal programs. Advocate Health employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, and offers one of the nation’s largest graduate medical education programs with over 2,000 residents and fellows across more than 200 programs. Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides more than $6 billion in annual community benefits. This is Transformation One shared purpose brought us together. Now, as one of the 10 largest not-for-profit, integrated health systems in the United States, our combined strength and stability drives us forward. Starting with You Caring for nearly 3 million people has inspired a transformation. One in which the patient’s experience guides our vision and empowers us to offer new possibilities in our communities. Reshaping Access What is access? It’s offering more sites of care than any other health system in the Midwest. But there’s a new frontier. Access is exploring the latest technologies to deliver care to patients exactly where they are and exactly when they need it Inspiring Professionals With our dynamically inclusive workforce and strong connections to the places where we live and work, we’ll touch more lives and contribute to stronger and more vibrant communities. Transforming Care We’re redefining the standard for care with world-class doctors and caregivers, innovative solutions, outstanding outcomes, and leading-edge research and clinical trials. Combined, Advocate and Aurora are recognized for clinical excellence in: Cardiovascular Care Neurosciences Gynecology Oncology Pediatrics Primary Care Neurology Geriatrics Trauma Care

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