Nurse Coordinator, Diabetic Education

POSITION SUMMARY/RESPONSIBILITIES
Provides direct patient education to diabetic patients and assists in developing patient education material. Serves as a clinical expert, educator, quality assurance nurse and outcome measure coordinator for assigned specialty. Functions in a team environment to provide support to clinical practice.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE
BSN is required. A national certification is required. Minimum of two years of full-time nursing experience required, five years preferred. Certified Diabetic Care Education Specialist (CDCES) must be obtained within two years of employment. Formal training in diabetes education and/or recent experience for three years in inpatient or outpatient care of diabetes is required. Demonstrated teaching experience and knowledge of adult education principles, ability to deliver and evaluate adult education programs. Experience with continuous glucose monitoring systems and as a pump trainer considered an asset. Demonstration of experience in curriculum development and implementation of adult learning principles is required.

LICENSURE
State of Texas Licensure as a Registered Nurse is required. Current American Heart Association Basic Cardiac Life Support and Health Care Provider card is required.