Pediatric Outpatient Diabetes Educator

Our promise to you

Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It's about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.

Benefits

All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:

• Benefits from Day One: Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off from Day One
• 403-B Retirement Plan
• 4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave
• Career Development
• Whole Person Well-being Resources
• Mental Health Resources and Support
• Pet Benefits
• Schedule: Full time
• Shift: Day (United States of America)
• Address: 601 E ROLLINS ST
• City: ORLANDO
• State: Florida
• Postal Code: 32803

About the role

• Schedule: Full-Time
• Shift: Days, Mon-Fri 8:30 am -5:00 pm
• Location: 1801 Lee Rd. Suite 306 Winter Park, FL 32789
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• Participates in special projects, community events, and healthcare professional education programs to increase diabetes awareness.
• Provides clinical management support, including initial telephone interventions, maintaining contact with high-risk patients, and assisting with prescriptions.
• Participates in practice changes from performance improvement activities and supports departmental quality standards.
• Educates patients and families about current research and assists with identifying and recruiting participants for studies.
• Advocates for patient care with community agencies such as schools, pharmacies, insurance companies, and social services.
• Collaborates with multidisciplinary team members to address patient and family needs and participates in team meetings.
• Provides pediatric diabetes education in group and individual sessions according to American Diabetes Association standards and departmental policy.
• Assesses individual patient needs, identifies problems or learning barriers, and provides appropriate referrals. Establishes and collaborates on individualized learning goals, objectives, and educational plans with patients and caregivers.
• Evaluates patients upon completion of educational plans, modifies plans as needed, and provides follow-up through various communication methods.
• Complies with diabetes self-management education standards and departmental policies.
• Documents educational assessments, planning, interventions, goal setting, and outcomes accurately and timely.
• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Advanced knowledge of pediatric diabetes concepts and skills including insulin pump therapy and the relationship between food intake and insulin therapy [Required]
• Ability to provide teaching in all aspects of diabetes management, including nutrition [Required]
• Ability to assess and interpret data relative to patient's age and diagnosis [Required]
• Ability to provide comprehensive insulin pump training and glucose sensor training [Required]
• Ability to communicate effectively and organize daily activities [Required]
• Knowledge of computer programs such as Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook [Required]
• Ability to work with children/families of various ages and various backgrounds-socioeconomic, cultural, etc. [Required]
• Knowledge of continuous glucose monitoring [Preferred]

Education

• Associate's of Nursing [Required]
• Bachelor's of Nursing [Preferred]

Work Experience

• 1+ experience in diabetes speciality [Preferred]
• 2+ experience in the field [Preferred]

Additional Information

• N/A

Licenses and Certifications

• Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (CDCES) [Preferred]
• Registered Nurse (RN) [Required]

Physical Requirements

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Pay Range

$66,248.00 - $109,740.80

Background Screening Requirement (Florida Law)

Certain positions are subject to Florida Level 2 background screening, including fingerprinting, as required by state law.

Applicants may review general information about Florida's background screening requirements at the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse: