Diabetes Educator

Provides care following the National Standard for Diabetes Self-Management Education and Support (DSMES) as defined by the American Diabetes Association (ADA) or Association of Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (ADCES).  

Assess patient learning needs, goals, and barriers to care, and tailor educational interventions accordingly. Lead individual and group education sessions on diabetes management, including medication, nutrition, exercise, and blood glucose monitoring. Provides formal instruction on diabetes management to the patient (inpatient and/or outpatient). ​  

If a Registered Dietitian, provide medical nutrition therapy services for patients with diabetes or other referring diagnosis 

Provide ongoing support and follow-up to ensure successful management of diabetes or other referring diagnosis. 

The educator will maintain knowledge of diabetes management technology and manufacturer protocols. 

Collaborate with the healthcare team to develop and implement comprehensive care plans. 

​Under Provider order with proven competencies and within departmental policy, may adjust diabetes medications per protocol. 

Stay current on developments in diabetes care and education, ensuring compliance with ADA standards. 

Document and charge for services provided consistent with CMS and payor requirements and guidelines for DSMT and MNT services.  

Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served.  Must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span.  

Serves as a health resource to the community by participating in community events and coordinating support meetings.  Participates in the development and evaluation of patient education program and materials.  

Acts as a resource for health care providers, patients and the community.  

If a teammate does not yet have CDCES, must complete the required hours of diabetes-related continuing education annually, per ADA /ADCES requirements.

2 years of patient-oriented educational experience preferred with a broad range of knowledge on diabetes for age-appropriate population and its interrelation to co-existing health conditions.

Strong oral and written communication skills

Organizational and effective time management skills 

Flexibility to adapt to changes in daily routine 

Skills in public speaking (or potential to develop) for group/education classes or professional speaking opportunities 

Self-directed

Clean, well-lit, comfortable environment 

Possible exposure to infections and contagious diseases 

Possible/occasional exposure to patient illnesses 

Occasionally subject to irregular hours

 If nursing degree, BSN preferred. 

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