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Diabetes Education Specialist

UF Health Jacksonville
Jacksonville, FL
Full-time

Job Opening Summary

Plans, develops, mentors and implements in-patient diabetes management and self-management education (DSME) for patients, families and nursing staff.

Develops, revises and implements diabetes education curricula and CE offerings according to identified learning needs. Facilitates competency programs that are consistent with a team approach to diabetes management and education.

Collaborates with community resources, medical and nursing staff on patients referred for DSME. Participates in the Diabetes Steering Committee, policy and procedures, patient education, nurse councils, quality and performance improvement and other related activities as may be determined and may apply to diabetes management and education.

Provides feedback and solutions to opportunities for enhancing staff performance, clinical competence and professional development.

Facilitates an environment that values and enhances learning, knowledge acquisition and professional development.

Job Opening Qualifications

Monday-Friday- 1st shift

Diabetes Management and Self-Management Education along with 1-2 years of teaching experience (Formal or informal) AND 3-5 years of clinical experience.

Patient education- Adult population

Works with multi-level healthcare providers

Participates in the Diabetes Steering Committee

Age of Patients Served :

All Age Groups.

Required Education :

Bachelor's degree. Must have a BSN or higher degree in nursing from an accredited school.

Necessary Skills :

1. Ability to produce effective program development, assessment lesson plans and learning plans.

2. Proven organizational, proactive and independent work methods.

3. Seasoned verbal, written and influence-based communication skills.

4. Proven knowledge and experience integrating and implementing adult teaching principles.

5. Effective computer skills.

Required Licensure / Certifications :

  • Licensed to practice nursing in the state of Florida
  • BLS from the American Heart Association
  • CDE within 4 years of hire or transfer into the position

Required Experience :

Less than one year - Diabetes Management and Self-Management Education

AND-

1-2 years - Teaching experience

AND-

3-5 years - Clinical Experience.

30+ days ago
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