SignOn Incentives:

Up to a 15,000 signon bonus for candidates who meet eligibility criteria. Talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Job Responsibilities:

As a key member of our multidisciplinary care team, the Diabetes Nurse Educator plays a vital role in supporting patients across the care continuum through education, intervention, and clinical coordination.

Responsibilities include:

Triage and assess patients for early signs and symptoms of diabetesrelated complications to ensure timely intervention and prevent adverse outcomes Educate patients and families on diabetes selfmanagement, lifestyle modification, and disease prevention using evidencebased resources Develop and lead individual and group education programs following American Diabetes Association (ADA) guidelines to support longterm health outcomes Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of educational interventions through patient feedback, glycemic control trends, and documented health outcomes Provide instruction and support for the safe use of diabetesrelated medications and devices including insulin, injectables, glucagon, glucometers, insulin pumps, and continuous glucose monitors (CGMs) Review and interpret data from blood glucose logs, insulin pumps, and CGMs to assist with care planning and provider collaboration Perform insertion and download of CGM sensors for review by providers and assist patients in troubleshooting devicerelated concerns Coordinate patientcentered care by collaborating with families and the interdisciplinary team across inpatient and outpatient settings Work closely with the Unit Coordinator to support compliance with Joint Commission, NYS Department of Health, and infection control standards Promote diabetes awareness and education by participating in health fairs, community outreach events, and organizational wellness initiatives Support ADA credentialing and quality initiatives for the UHS Diabetes and Endocrinology Center by maintaining standards and documentation Stay current with clinical best practices in diabetes education and care through ongoing professional development and continuing education

Position Qualifications:

Minimum Required:

At least 2year experience in health care setting with evidence of having obtained proficiency in those areas emphasized in the Registered Nurse curriculum. Bachelors Degree in Nursing. Current NY State RN license. Documentation of current CPR certification required within 1 week of start of employment. Certified Diabetes Educator within 2 years of hire.

Preferred:

Previous experience in a walkin/primary care/specialty care setting. Current Drivers license. Office specific

IE:

Oncology Certification, Lactation Consultant, Wound/ Ostomy Certification. Work Environment Work is performed in an office environment that requires working in proximity to other employees and patients. The office is airconditioned, as well as heated. Exposure to equipment cleaning solutions and disinfectants. Fastpaced environment including frequent interruptions. Frequent sitting, walking, standing and bending. Possibility of lifting of patients. Mobility may include access through a multilevel facility, including climbing stairs. PPE Eyewear, Masks, Face shields, Shoe covers, Gloves per UHS Infection Control and CDC guidelines when appropriate. Age of Patients Served All Age Groups HIPAA RolesBased Access to Patient Information Clinical Access to patient information that is not restricted (an example of restricted information is ARU) Level 3.