JOB SUMMARY
Performs outpatient 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.
JOB REQUIREMENTS
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Current State of Ohio Registered Nurse Licensure
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Associate Degree in Nursing
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Current Certified Diabetes Care & Education Specialist (CDCES) Certification
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BLS Certification
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Minimum of 2 years experience as a Certified Diabetes Care & Education Specialist
PREFERRED
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ACDES Member
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Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing
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Minimum of 2 years of experience as a clinical educator
Reasons to Join the Nursing Team at Avita:
Engaged, supportive nursing culture- Competitive, newly adjusted wages
- Comprehensive benefits package, including generous paid time off (PTO)
- Health insurance – traditional and HSA plans
- Dental and vision insurance
- 403B retirement plan – Avita matches up to 4%
- Maternity/paternity leave
- Low nurse-to-patient ratios
- Flexible work schedules
- Emphasis on work-home life balance
- Shared governance – You have a voice!
- RN Transition into Practice Program for new grads
- Student Nurse Residency Program
- Preceptor Program
- Internal promotion opportunities
- DAISY Award Recognition for nursing excellence
- CMS 5-Star Quality Rating at Avita Ontario Hospital
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Avita Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
