Dietitian or RN - Diabetes Educator Position
UnityPoint Clinic
Muscatine, IA
M-F Day shift
no weekends or holidays
The Diabetes Educator involved in teaching of the patient and family and community. Acts as a consultant and resource person for staff. Is involved with development of clinical pathways and protocols related to care of patient. Why UnityPoint Health? Culture – At UnityPoint Health, you Come for a fulfilling career and experience a culture guided by uncompromising values and unwavering belief in doing what's right for the people we serve. Benefits – Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options like 401K match, paid time off and education assistance that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you're in. Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Commitment – We're committed to ensuring you have a voice that is heard regardless of role, race, gender, religion, or sexual orientation. Development – We believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is an essential part of delivering a remarkable employment experience. Community Involvement – Be an essential part of our core purpose—to improve the health of the people and communities we serve. Visit us at UnityPoint.org/careers to hear more from our team members about why UnityPoint Health is a great place to work.
Care Coordination · Collaborate with physicians in the coordination of care of the patient.
· Serve as a resource to nursing staff as well as to other health care personnel involved in the care of the specific specialty.
· Responsible for the development and ongoing coordination of care of the patient in the specific specialty.
Clinical Excellence · Current on technology and medications.
· Efficient with continuous glucose monitors, pumps, software, and phone apps.
· Patient interviewing.
· May serve other departments as assigned.
· Maintain organizational policies, procedures and objectives; performs functions other than described due to extenuating circumstances.
· Conduct or facilitate implementation of research studies, and translate research findings into nursing practice.
· Act as a consultant both within the institution and to outside agencies or group s .
· Share knowledge to facilitate the interdisciplinary approach to patient care.
· Balance team and individual responsibilities; be open and objective to other's views; give and welcome feedback; contribute to positive team goals and put the success of the team above own interests.
· Work with the clinic staff for mentoring support.
· Develop, implement and evaluate standards of practice and care of the specialty patient population.
· Provide appropriate and timely documentation in the patient's electronic health record using standardized workflows and processes.
· Perform other duties as requested by Clinic Administrator to facilitate the smooth and effective operations of the office .
Patient Education · Glucose reviews, insulin and medication management, assess patterns.
· Scheduling patients, phone calls, troubleshoot meters and pumps.
· Consult with individuals, families, community agencies, or colleagues from associated disciplines or within nursing .
· Serve as a resource in educating the patients, family and community regarding information relevant to health and wellness and illness prevention .
QUALIFICATIONS: Minimum Requirements Identify items that are minimally required to perform the essential functions of this position.
Preferred or Specialized Not required to perform the essential functions of the position.
Education: · Graduate of an accredited nursing or dietitian program.
BSN preferred; willingness to complete Bachelor's degree.
Experience: · Requires clinical knowledge and analytical abilities necessary to plan and evaluate patient care.
Five (5) years of clinical experience preferred.
License(s)/Certification(s): · Certificate in Diabetes Education within 6 mmonths of hire
· Current Iowa/Illinois/Wisconsin license to practice as a Registered Nurse or a Registered/Licensed Dietitian.
· BLS and Mandatory Reporter certification.
· Valid driver's license when driving any vehicle for work-related reasons.
· Person Centered Care (PCC) course completion within first 12 months of hire and annual completion of competency validation activities.
