Certified Diabetes Educator - Atrium Health Levine Children's Pediatric Endocrinology Concord FT Days

Job description

Primary Purpose Coordinates and delivers Diabetes Education for pediatric patients and family members. Collaborates with a multidisciplinary team in determining age-appropriate educational needs of patients with diabetes. Participates in the development of appropriate educational materials and plans programs such as comprehensive diabetes education programs, support groups, staff development, diabetes in-services and orientation for new teammates, as well as other hospital staff. In collaboration with the medical staff and nursing staff, monitors the clinical care and education of patients and provides diabetes educational support to improve patient care and patient outcomes. Acts as a role model, patient advocate, change agent, leader and cost-effective practitioner. Maintains Certified Diabetes Educator or Board Certified - Advanced Diabetes Management certification and other required licensure. Major Responsibilities: Evaluates, educates, and counsels pediatric diabetes patients and family members Uses established principles of teaching-learning theory and life-style counseling. Individualizes instructions for persons of all ages, incorporating their cultural preferences, health...