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Employment Type:Full timeShift:Day ShiftDescription:ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :
Identifies educational needs, develops program(s) to meet those needs, and coordinates implementation of the program(s).
Provides direct diabetes self-management education and follow-up to patients, family members, and staff.
Reviews self-monitoring blood glucose results and discusses recommendations by physicians regarding lab work, starting or changing medications with patients.
Downloads and interprets continuous glucose monitoring system data for recommending different treatment regimens for patients.
Meets with company representatives regarding diabetes products and services.
Participates in the planning, development and implementation of professional and patient education seminars.
Works independently with limited direct supervision following State of Iowa professional licensure rules and regulations, Mercy Medical Center – Des Moines policies, and professional judgment.
Serves as a resource in area of specialty and collaborates with other disciplines.
May have the following duties as Program Coordinator:
Serves as program coordinator of the Diabetes Education Program.
Collects organizes and submits data for all reports for the state of Iowa Certification and ADA Program Recognition.
MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED :
Current license with the State of Iowa that meets the National Certification Board for Diabetes Educator (NCBDE) discipline requirements for CDE (i.e. Registered Dietitian, Registered Nurse, etc.)
Demonstrates competency within a specialized area of clinical practice.
Certification through NCBDE as a Certified Diabetes Educator obtained within two (2) years of hire.
Proof of completion of Mandatory Reporter abuse training specific to population served within three (3) months of hire.
Basic Life Support (BLS) for the Healthcare Provider certified or obtained by the end of the orientation period (approximately six (6) weeks).
Our Commitment to Diversity and InclusionTrinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.Our Commitment to Diversity and InclusionTrinity Health is a family of 115,000 colleagues and nearly 26,000 physicians and clinicians across 25 states. Because we serve diverse populations, our colleagues are trained to recognize the cultural beliefs, values, traditions, language preferences, and health practices of the communities that we serve and to apply that knowledge to produce positive health outcomes. We also recognize that each of us has a different way of thinking and perceiving our world and that these differences often lead to innovative solutions.Our dedication to diversity includes a unified workforce (through training and education, recruitment, retention, and development), commitment and accountability, communication, community partnerships, and supplier diversity.EOE including disability/veteran
