Diabetes Educator- Full Time, Athens
Job Number: 1099022
Piedmont Athens Regional Hospital - Athens, Georgia
Shift/Schedule: Full-time
Description
Functions in the specialty role of Diabetes Educator by providing direct patient care in the acute care and ambulatory settings based on consultative requests from the medical staff. Works closely with the entire medical staff and nursing staff to prepare patients for discharge in a safe, efficient manner. Provides tools and skills for homecare to patients and families. Makes recommendations to hospital staff for changes in diabetes management. Serves as an educational and informational resource to all hospital staff and the community.
Requirements
MINIMUM EDUCATION REQUIRED:
Graduate of a Nursing program or Bachelors of Science in applicable field.
MINIMUM EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
N/A
MINIMUM LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION REQUIRED BY LAW:
Current License as a Registered Nurse (RN), Registered Dietitian (RD), Certified Diabetes Educator (CDE), or Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (CDCES) required
ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS:
• Two (2) years of experience in a clinical setting preferred.
• Experience in Diabetes Education preferred.
Diversity & Inclusion
At Piedmont Healthcare we embrace diverse ideas, perspectives, and skills to create a collaborative workplace where the best talent wants to succeed. We celebrate differences and recognize that they allow us to care for our community.
Excellence at Work
Piedmont is a certified Great Place to Work™-- a national designation based on employee feedback about trust, workplace culture and experience. In 2019, Forbes named Piedmont one of Georgia’s 10 best employers and the highest-ranked healthcare provider.