Diabetes Educator

Join Cleveland Clinic Akron General where we have been providing world-class care to the community for over years. At Akron General, you will work and learn from some of the best caregivers, provide and receive multitudes of support and appreciation, and create the steppingstones toward a rewarding career with one of the world's most respected healthcare organizations.

Akron General's certified diabetes educators offer one-on-one instruction and group classes to provide basic education on diabetes, how to better control diabetes with lifestyle changes and how to prevent potential complications.

As a Diabetes Educator, you will :

Coordinate, assess, plan, implement and evaluate the diabetic teaching program of the Diabetes Self Care Center for inpatients and outpatients;

Provide diabetic patient education for individuals, families and groups of patients and families.

Collaborate with other disciplines in managing the Diabetes Self Care Center.

Support Akron General’s main campus and health and wellness centers.

The ideal future caregiver is someone who :

Is a Registered Nurse (RN).

Thrives working independently and collaboratively.

Is caring, compassionate, self-directed and self-motivated.

Has a passion for helping patients who may face barriers, such as the ability to pay for glucometers, insulin, food and care.

By taking this opportunity, you can participate in shared governance, committees, leadership courses, research and education.

At Cleveland Clinic, we know what matters most. That's why we treat our caregivers as if they are our own family, and we are always creating ways to be there for you.

Here, you'll find that we offer : resources to learn and grow, a fulfilling career for everyone, and comprehensive benefits that invest in your health, your physical and mental well-being and your future.

When you join Cleveland Clinic, you'll be part of a supportive caregiver family that will be united in shared values and purpose to fulfill our promise of being the best place to receive care and the best place to work in healthcare.

Responsibilities :

• Assesses the learning needs of the patient with diabetes.
• Plans with the patient and family educational goals to meet identified learning needs.
• Documents plan of care.
• Teaches diabetes education classes.
• Communicates effectively with patients and families.
• Assists in formulating policies, procedures and standards of practice.
• Coordinates bi-monthly Diabetes Education Advisory Committee meetings.
• Monitors fiscal plan (budget) operating within parameters.
• Evaluates and sets standards for facilities and equipment; monitors utilization of equipment and supplies.
• Promotes good public relations for the Center and Hospital.
• Keeps accurate records; sends appropriate forms to physician's office.
• Manages time effectively for proper balance between clinical and administrative responsibilities.
• Monitors productivity with the keeping of monthly outpatient / inpatient statistics.
• Develops and revises the diabetes education curriculum as appropriate.
• Evaluates the effectiveness of diabetes patient education program through the designated follow-up program.
• Collaborates with other healthcare team members to coordinate medical and nursing management of patient care.
• Participates in hospital quality improvement activities.
• Utilizes research findings in clinical practice and / or participates in research activities.
• Demonstrates a proactive approach in patient education and discharge planning for patients with diabetes.
• Assists in orientation of RN's and other hospital personnel.
• Serves as a resource to nursing, physicians and other departments.
• Attends meetings and seminars to enrich personal knowledge, growth and skill in providing care for patients with diabetes.
• Serves on internal and external committees in support of diabetes education.
• Completes mandatory education and training in order to maintain organization and department specific competencies and requirements.

Maintains applicable certification / licensure. (Job specific competency : required to complete National ADA exam after 1, hours.)

Other duties as assigned

Education :

Graduate from an accredited school of nursing. Bachelor's Degree in Nursing Master's in Nursing Education or related field preferred.

Certifications :

Licensed and currently registered as a professional nurse in the State of Ohio. Certified Diabetes Educator is required or must successfully complete next National ADA exam after hours.

Complexity of Work :

• Maintains competencies specific to patient population served.
• Demonstrated leadership and teaching abilities.

Work Experience :

Minimum of two years recent clinical experience with emphasis on the care of diabetic patients.

Physical Requirements :

Personal Protective Equipment :