Educator Diabetes- Clinic Endocrinology - Part Time

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What You Will Do:
Diabetes Educator
Registered Nurse
(RN)
Part time
- Day
The University of Maryland Center for Diabetes
and Endocrinology provides diagnosis, treatment and long-term care for children and adults living with Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes and endocrine disorders.
UMMC Midtown Campus
was named a 2014-2015 Best Regional Hospital in Baltimore by U.S. News & World Report. This designation recognizes stand out medical centers in the largest US metropolitan areas. UMMC Midtown Campus was especially recognized for its high-performing care in
Diabetes & Endocrinology for Pediatrics and Adults.
We offer the highest quality of care and aim to teach patients how to manage their condition so that they can live healthy and active lives.
As a Diabetes Educator at UMMC, you'll experience:
A supportive and collaborative
work environment
The opportunity to work in a specialized care environment at an Academic Medical Center
with a nursing centered care model and Magnet Designation;
A comprehensive benefits package
including health, vision and dental coverage including prescription drug coverage, Tax-Free Savings Plans and more!
A highly competitive wage scale
: Annual merit increases and a base wage scale that is measured against to market standards.
Diabetes Educator:
Under general supervision, assesses, plans, implements, and evaluates several components of the diabetes education program at the diabetes and endocrine practice. Also serves as the diabetes nutritionists for patient education. Plans and conducts continuing education programs in diabetes and nutrition for allied professionals and the general public.
Duties and Responsibilities:
1. Works with the Medical Director and Regional Practice Manager to facilitate and maintain Diabetes Provider Recognition for the endocrinologists in the program. 2. Manages all aspects of criteria required for NCQA accreditation with assistance from the Regional Practice Manager as needed. 3. Promotes referral development for education in the Center by acting as a liaison to primary care and specialist physicians, participation in health fairs, and other marketing/community outreach activities. 4. Plans, assists and implements the development and coordination of educational programs and seminars focusing on the management of diabetes, diabetes-related problems and diabetes education for healthcare professionals and support staff. 5. Participates on grant initiatives as requested. Maintains and provides reports to Administrative personnel as required. 6. Responsible for maintaining the following surveys, audits and reports: a. Quarterly Patient Satisfaction Surveys b. Clinical Outcomes Audits c. Referring Physician Satisfaction Surveys d. Educator Audit e. NCQA statistical data and reports
What You Need to Be Successful:
Education:
Bachelors Degree
Prefeffed Experience
:

Minimum of two years' experience as a diabetes educator is required, preferably in a community health or ambulatory care setting.
Certified Diabetes Educator Certification preferred.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.

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