Nurse Diabetes Educator

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Organization:

SPMF-Sutter Pacific Medical Foundation - South

Position Overview:

Provides nursing care for patients and their families as well as works collaboratively with clinicians and other medical providers to implement the medical care plan. Is trained to provide patient education and support to all patients with diabetes, including gestational diabetes in order to help patients self-manage their diabetes and avoid complications. Creates individualized plans to help patients who are using a variety of self management approaches including monitoring blood sugars, problem solving with diabetes devices including meters, pens, pumps and sensors, setting realistic goals, and teaching healthy eating and coping behaviors. Is an active member of the health care team and collaborates with clinicians to provide a multi-disciplinary approach to patient care.

Job Description:

EDUCATION:

Other: Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.


CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE:

RN-Registered Nurse of California

BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider

TYPICAL EXPERIENCE:

5 years recent relevant experience

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:

Knowledge and understanding of diabetes, including gestational diabetes.

Ability to demonstrate clinical competence in providing direct care, patient and family education.

Ability to provide leadership and role modeling among clinical support staff and clinicians.

Possess telephone triage skills to make patient assessments and provide education.

Ability to prioritize workflow and manage multiple priorities with demands on time while remaining calm.

Job Shift:

Days

Schedule:

Part Time

Shift Hours:

8

Days of the Week:

Friday, Thursday, Tuesday

Weekend Requirements:

None

Benefits:

Yes

Unions:

No

Position Status:

Non-Exempt

Weekly Hours:

24

Employee Status:

Regular

Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.

Pay Range is $82.94 to $109.47 / hour

The salary range for this role may vary above or below the posted range as determined by location. This range has not been adjusted for any specific geographic differential applicable by area where the position may be filled. Compensation takes into account several factors including but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure and certifications, department equity, training and organizational needs. Base pay is just one piece of the total rewards program offered by Sutter Health. Eligible roles also qualify for a comprehensive benefits package. ​