Diabetes and Nutrition Program Coordinator - FT - Days - MRH

Location:

Hollywood, Florida

At Memorial, we are dedicated to improving the health, well-being and, most of all, quality of life for the people entrusted to our care. An unwavering commitment to our service vision is what makes the difference. It is the foundation of The Memorial Experience.

Summary

Responsible for activities of diabetes education, nutrition counseling, and all other related inpatient and outpatient education. Develops, plans, and implements policies and procedures, training modules, and educational materials for patients and the community in accordance with the American Diabetes Association National Review Standards for Diabetes Education Program. Registered Nurses with nutrition experience are welcome to apply.

Responsibilities

Provides patient and family education for the inpatient and outpatient settings in the following areas: Nutrition, Diabetes, and Insulin Pump Management.Prepares, reports and audits documentation for internal and external audits for the ADA, CMS and any other accreditation/certification entities.Assists with department meetings, staff evaluations, and conflict management within the department.Coordinates and instructs support groups for patients and families.Prepares and maintains survey readiness for Diabetes specific certification and accreditation programs.Serves as a Diabetes subject matter expert for the Broward and Miami-Dade County communities.Acts as public relations representative for community events, social media, and television media. Serves as Co-Chair of Patient and Family Education Committee and other committees as appropriate.Participates in Performance Improvement data collections and analysis for bi-annual accreditation with the American Diabetes Association. Monitors compliance with other applicable requirements, including accreditation, legal, and The Joint Commission.Prepares and reports Quarterly Performance Improvement Risk Management Data.Prepares and submits Diabetes recertification required documents.

Competencies

ACCOUNTABILITY, ASSESSMENT- PATIENTS, CUSTOMER SERVICE, DEVELOP AND IMPLEMENT PLAN OF CARE, KNOWLEDGE OF DISEASE PROCESS, PATIENT AND FAMILY CENTERED CARE, PROBLEM SOLVING, RESPONDING TO CHANGE, STANDARDS OF BEHAVIOR

Education And Certification Requirements

Associates (Required)Registered Dietitian CDR Certification (CDR) - Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR), Registered Nurse Compact License (RN LICENSE COMPACT) - Compact RN Multistate, Registered Nurse License (RN LICENSE) - State of Florida (FL)

Additional Job Information

Complexity of Work: Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment, and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action. Required Work Experience: Three (3) years of work experience. Other Information: Registered Dietitian CDR Certification (CDR) - Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) or Registered Nurse (required)Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (CDCES) - preferredDietitian/Nutritionist License (ND LICENSE) - State of Florida (FL) -preferredMasters -preferredDietetics -preferred

Working Conditions And Physical Requirements

• Bending and Stooping = 80%
• Keyboard Entry = 80%
• Kneeling = 80%
• Lifting/Carrying Patients 35 Pounds or Greater = 80%
• Lifting or Carrying 0 - 25 lbs Non-Patient = 80%
• Pushing or Pulling 0 - 25 lbs Non-Patient = 80%
• Reaching = 80%
• Repetitive Movement Hand/Arm = 80%
• Running = 60%
• Sitting = 60%
• Squatting = 80%
• Standing = 80%
• Walking = 80%
• Audible Speech = 80%
• Hearing Acuity = 80%
• Depth Perception = 80%
• Distinguish Color = 80%
• Seeing - Far = 80%
• Seeing - Near = 80%
• Bio hazardous Waste = 80%
• Biological Hazards - Respiratory = 80%
• Biological Hazards - Skin or Ingestion = 80%
• Blood and/or Bodily Fluids = 80%
• Communicable Diseases and/or Pathogens = 80%
• Cytotoxic Chemicals = 60%
• Gas/Vapors/Fumes = 80%
• Hazardous Chemicals = 60%
• Hazardous Medication = 60%
• Computer Monitor = 80%
• Moving Mechanical Parts = 60%
• Needles/Sharp Objects = 60%
• Potential for Physical Assault = 40%
• Wet or Slippery Surfaces = 80%
  
  

Shift

Primarily for office workers - not eligible for shift differential

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