What are the responsibilities and job description for the Diabetes Educator - RN position at Sentara?
Sentara is hiring a RN Diabetes Educator at Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital. Come join the team!
Shift:
FT Days (40hrs)
Job Overview:
The Diabetes Care and Education Specialist - RN serves as an expert clinical resource for clinical staff and healthcare providers in the inpatient and outpatient settings to include support groups. The Diabetes Care and Education Specialist - RN plans and coordinates care and education for patients with diabetes across a continuum in collaboration with other disciplines, community agencies and organizations subsidiaries. The Diabetes Care and Education Specialist - RN provides patient, family, and staff education to promote wellness and prevention of complications associated with diabetes to include how to monitor blood sugar levels, administer insulin, and implement lifestyle changes such as diet and exercise to improve overall health outcomes.
Experience:
2 years related experience REQUIRED in diabetes management, diabetes education and care
Education, Certification & Licensure
Certification Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (CDCES) or Certification Board for Diabetes Care and Education (CBDCE) expected to be obtained within 2yrs.
VA RN License in good standing.
BSN REQUIRED
Keywords: RN Diabetes Nurse. Diabetes Registered Nurse. Diabetes Educator. RN Educator. CDCES. Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist. CBDCE. Diabetes Management
Salary : $1,000 - $1,000,000