RN Diabetes Education Coordnator

In collaboration with the multidisciplinary diabetes management team, provides diabetes education to patients and families, as well as oversees the program to meet its requirements for ADA recognition. This nurse will assist with oversight of all activity at the clinic and provide necessary information to staff at the direction of the Director or Manger, as needed in addition their responsibilities as a Diabetes Nurse Educator/Coordinator. Performs other duties as assigned.

• Janesville WI
• 80 Hours/2 Weeks
• Monday-Friday, Day Shift

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Performs duties of a Diabetes Nurse Educator as outlined in the Diabetes Nurse Educator Job Summary. In addition, oversees the initiation and maintenance of programs handling all phases of outpatient diabetes education in order to meet American Diabetes Association recognition guidelines.
• This includes performance improvement activities in clinical development and efficiency.
• Oversees ongoing clinic/system development to include policies and procedures and quality initiatives as they relate to diabetes care.
• Acts as a resource to staff outpatient education program/materials development and on patient education issues or problems.
• Acts as a contact for Administration to disperse information to clinic staff.
• Provides feedback for evaluation of other clinic personnel.
• Assists with preparation of staff for surveys.
• Monitors compliance with clinic initiatives such as JCAHJO and Baldrige.
• Insures availability of necessary clinic supplies.
• Is flexible to work alternate shifts if required.
• Assists with departmental purchases and assists with clinic budget preparation and maintenance.
• Insures all clinic reporting is done appropriately.

Graduate of an accredited nursing program.

BSN or upon hire BSN completion agreement for enrollment in an accredited BSN Completion Program May require specific years of applicable experience to qualify (per department guidelines).

Licensed as an RN in state of practice

Approved BLS certification required within 90 days

(Other certification per unit requirements: ACLS, PALS, PEARS, NRP)

The Special Physical Demands are considered Essential Job Functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.
While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently requires to walk and sit. The employee is occasionally required to stand; use hand to finer, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following behavior expectations:

Quality - Follows policies and procedures; adapts to and manages changes in the environment; Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness giving attention to details; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Manages time and prioritizes effectively to achieve organizational goals.

Service - Responds promptly to requests for service and assistance; Follows the Mercyhealth Critical Moments of service; Meets commitments; Abides by MH confidentiality and security agreement; Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; and effectively communicates information to partners; Thinks system wide regarding processes and functions.

Partnering - Shows commitment to the Mission of Mercyhealth and Culture of Excellence through all words and actions; Exhibits objectivity and openness to other's views; Demonstrates a high level of participation and engagement in day-to-day work; Gives and welcomes feedback; Generates suggestions for improving work: Embraces teamwork, supports and encourages positive change while giving value to individuals.

Cost - Conserves organization resources; Understands fiscal responsibility; Works within approved budget; Develops and implements cost saving measures; contributes to profits and revenue.