What are the responsibilities and job description for the Diabetic Educator position at Crouse Hospital?
Why Crouse Medical Practice?
At Crouse Medical Practice, our focus is on improving the lives of our patients. This focus is what drives us to recruit the best employees to support our patients. Our practice fosters an inclusive environment that prioritizes work-life balance, welcoming individuals from all backgrounds to join our close-knit work family.
Here’s what we offer:
- Monday-Friday work week with no mandatory overtime
- Supportive team environment
- Competitive starting rates based on experience
- Annual salary increases
- Opportunities for professional growth & stability within a fast-growing Medical Practice
- Longevity and consistency of management
- Perfect attendance award
- Tuition reimbursement program
- Employee referral program
- Affiliation with Crouse Hospital
Other benefits include: Generous Health/Dental/Vision & Life insurance, Flexible spending account or Health savings account – available first of the month following your date of hire, Employee assistance program,15 days of paid time-off within first year of employment, 7 paid holidays annually, and a 401k with 4% employer match
Position Description:
The RN Certified Diabetic Educator works collaboratively as an active member of the interprofessional care team to provide therapeutic patient and family centered care. The RN Certified Diabetic Educator will provide diabetes education conducive to behavior change and improved quality of life across the lifespan. The RN Certified Diabetic Educator supports and advocates for people affected by diabetes to optimize quality care. The RN Certified Diabetic Educator promotes self-management to achieve individualized behavioral and treatment goals that reduce risks and optimize health outcomes. This position reflects the mission, vision and values of the practice both internally and throughout the community.
Education/Certification/Licensure:
- NYS Registered Nurse (Bachelor’s Degree preferred)
- Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist or Board Certified Advanced Diabetes Management credentials. If not already a Certified Diabetic Educator, will sit for the certification exam within 24 months of hire.
- BCLS Certification
Experience:
- Required:
- Minimum of 3 years of direct nursing care
- Preferred Skills and Proficiencies:
- Diabetes self-management education and support experience.
- Working knowledge of computer systems and diabetes technology.
- Highly organized and strong attention to detail.
- Strong problem solving and critical thinking skills.
- Must be able to work with a diverse patient population and have exceptional interpersonal and customer service communication skills.
- Experience in a physician’s office, strong clinical/clerical skills and knowledge, and good knowledge of computer systems and new technology.
Pay Range: $60,000 - $74,880/year DOE
Salary : $60,000 - $74,880