Ochsner Health is seeking a Diabetes Educator with a nursing or dietitian background to facilitate a nationally recognized Diabetes Self-Management Education and Support (DSMES) program. The role involves collaborating with diabetic patients, developing care plans, and providing education on diabetes management
Job Summary
Works closely with diabetic patients to perform an assessment of physical health, medications, psychosocial issues and identifies areas for education and clinical interventions based on current national diabetes care standards and guidelines.
Collaborates with the patient, medical provider team, and other care team specialists to develop and implement diabetes care plans and maintain medical records.
Provides education to patients and caregivers on necessary self-care practices involved in a diabetes diagnosis, such as the disease process, acute and chronic complications, nutrition, medications, exercise, special self-care needs such as foot care, and glucose testing.
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Ochsner Health is seeking a Diabetes Educator with a nursing or dietitian background to facilitate a nationally recognized Diabetes Self-Management Education and Support (DSMES) program. The role involves collaborating with diabetic patients, developing care plans, and providing education on diabetes management.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
diabetes care standards and guidelines
patient education and intervention
medical record maintenance
behavior change methodology
patient care plan evaluation
Nice-to-have
adapt to patient population needs
work outside normal hours
adapt to fluctuating variables
maintain reliable transportation
Key Requirements
Registered nurse diploma or bachelor’s degree
3 years of experience with direct patient contact
Certification as a Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (CDCES)