Diabetic Care & Education Specialist
Position Overview
Performs outpatient & inpatient professional nursing consultation and educational services for persons with diabetes of all types and ages in the form of individual appointments, classes, and community events.
Assists in the development of curriculum, including the most up-to-date research. Education to be provided includes the necessary lifestyle changes involved with a diabetes diagnosis, which includes but is not limited to; activity, nutrition, social barriers, medications, costs, physical activity, glucose testing, problem-solving, and financial/food assistance.
Assists with developing educational policies and procedures. Also responsible for the direction, implementation, and evaluation of the Diabetes Self-management education (DSME) program and its objectives.
Qualifications
- Current State of Ohio Registered Nurse Licensure
- Associate Degree in Nursing
- Current Certified Diabetes Care & Education Specialist (CDCES) Certification
- BLS Certification
- Minimum of 2 years experience as a Certified Diabetes Care & Education Specialist
- Preferred: ACDES Member
- Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing
- Minimum of 2 years of experience as a clinical educator
Why Join the Avita Health System Team?
- A collaborative and engaged workplace culture
- Competitive wages and comprehensive benefits
- Generous paid time off (PTO)
- Health, dental, and vision insurance options
- 403(b) retirement plans with up to 4% employer match
- Paid parental leave
- Pharmacy discounts for employees
- Free on-site parking
- Opportunities for professional growth and internal advancement
- Recognition programs, including the DAISY Nursing Award for excellence
Location
Avita Health System – Diabetic Education Department
Employer Information
Avita Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Job ID / Requisition Number
(IND1)