Diabetes Educator

The Inpatient Diabetes Educator will screen each admitted patient for knowledge deficits of self management of disease process of diabetes and educate based off the needs assessment.

Responsibilities:

Screens all inpatient diabetes patients for educational needs.

Instructs and councils patients and families on diabetes self care management, meal planning and insulin administration

Initiates outpatient Medical Nutrition Therapy order for inpatients that meet criteria.

Maintains a working relationship with the Certified Diabetes Educator/program director of the Diabetes Education Department to promote the outpatient educational programs of the organization.

Plans, coordinates and implements the Diabetes Prevention Program for the organization.

Apply DRH Standards of Behavior and exhibit behaviors consistent with DRH core values.

Performs other related duties as assigned

Shift: 1

Hours: Varied, 40 hrs pp

Type: Part Time

Category: Non Clinical

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications: Must possess the ability to read, write, and do basic math. Advanced typing, computer skills including a vast knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Google Docs and various web search engines are required. Knowledge of Chronicles software is preferred. Previous related hospital experience is preferred. Must be able to lift 30 pounds.

Certifications, Licenses, Registrations: none

*Safety-Sensitive Position -This is a "Safety-Sensitive" Position as defined by Oklahoma law. As such, please be advised that applicants for this position cannot test positive in pre-employment drug tests (or any drug tests administered after employment begins) for the presence of Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), a psychoactive component of cannabis. This is true even if the applicant is in possession of a valid medical marijuana card that otherwise allows the license-holder to legally use and consume medical marijuana. Team Members in "Safety-Sensitive" positions are not permitted to test positive for the presence of THC in any pre-employment drug test, or any other drug test administered after employment begins. This information is provided to applicants as a resource to the application process. This is not a request for any applicant to disclose personal medical information during the application process. If you have any questions about the information in this disclaimer please direct these questions to a member of Human Resources.

**This position requires respirator and fit testing. Required testing will be performed on all team members at risk for exposure to airborne infectious diseases, droplet producing procedures, or any caustic chemicals.

***As a condition of employment, vaccinations are required per DRH Policy. Medical and Religious Exemptions are available upon request