Diabetes Care & Education Specialist

Job description

Hourly Pay Range: $35.16 - $54.50 - The hourly pay rate offered is determined by a candidate's expertise and years of experience, among other factors. Position Highlights: Position: Diabetes Educator and Care Specialist - Days Location: Elmhurst, IL: Full Time: 40 hours / week Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM What you will do: Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of patients served. This includes knowledge of the physical and psychological needs of patients served and the ability to respond appropriately to those needs. Assesses patient’s condition based upon observation and/or interview of patient, physician’s diagnosis, laboratory results and any other pertinent informa­tion. Develops and implements a plan of care based on assessment diabetes self-management needs to patients and family members. Utilizes relevant data and appropriate methods for estimating nutritional requirements and provides effective therapy for all age groups. Updates this plan of care as needed based on changes in the patient’s medical condition. Develops or identifies and utilizes appropriate professional materials required in the performance of pri...