RN Certified Diabetes Educator (MFR Endocrinology Black Oak)

Additional Position Details : FTE : 0.700000 | Part Time | 28 hours per week | Primarily Mon - Fri / 8AM - 5PM

Starting Wage : $39.91-$54.89 per hour, depending on experience

Position Summary

The RN Diabetes Care and Education Specialist provides outpatient diabetes counseling in group or individual appointments in cooperation with the physician and dietitian. Able to evaluate, initiate, and manage insulin pump, CGMS systems, and all diabetes tools. High level of critical thinking-evaluation and interpretation of data, and able to suggest changes within the same visit. Coordinates the diabetes education survival skills needs for discharge from the hospital in patients with a primary or secondary diagnosis of diabetes who are referred by a physician or staff nurse. Mentors and assists non-certified educator RN's. Acts as a resource for diabetes education and information for the medical community. Plans and participates in community education classes, diabetes related health fairs, and staff in-service programs.

Qualifications and Requirements

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Nursing (BSN)preferred

Experience

Licensure / Certifications

What We Offer

About Asante and Southern Oregon

Asante is a local, community-owned and governed, not-for-profit organization that provides comprehensive health care services to more than 550,000 people in a nine-county area of Southern Oregon and Northern California. It includes Asante Ashland Community Hospital in Ashland, Asante Rogue Regional Medical Center in Medford, Asante Three Rivers Medical Center in Grants Pass, Asante Physician Partners throughout the Rogue Valley, and additional health care partnerships. Virtually all medical specialties and services are represented within an organization dedicated to providing exceptional care. With over 5,000 employees, Asante's entities offer outstanding opportunities for career advancement and professional growth. At Asante your work positively impacts your family, friends, neighbors, and the community. Experience the difference in how you work, how you live, and how you connect.

At Asante we are defined by our values - traits that guide us as we serve patients and the community :

Excellence - Respect - Honesty - Service - Teamwork

Asante is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to employ and advance in employment women, minorities, qualified individuals with disabilities and protected veterans.