RN, Certified Diabetes Educator

Job description

Overview This position functions as an independent nurse clinician primarily coordinating prenatal diabetes care in a telehealth and in-person clinic setting, to include the assessment of patient status, educational needs, and follow up care. Acts as a liaison amongst community partners to coordinate care for co-managed patients and to facilitate ongoing research efforts. Contributes to the well-being of patients by serving as a positive role model and demonstrating a professional, caring attitude, and behavior towards co-workers, patients, and guests. Responsibilities: Call patient from reception area. Obtain and record vital signs such as height, weight, temperature and blood pressure. May be required to draw blood and give injections. May be required to perform a urine dipstick test. Will be required to download and interpret data from Continuous Glucose Sensors and Inulin Pumps under direct supervision. Record all pertinent patient information in Electronic Medical Record (EMR). When necessary, will chaperone physician in examining room as needed; assist with minor surgical and diagnostic procedures. Perform an individualized assessment of the patient with diabetes (patients pl...