Senior Diabetes Educator – Endocrinology Office

Employment Type

• Full time
• Shift:
• Day
• Shift
• Description: Senior Diabetes Educator – Endocrinology Office- Albany, NY - FT If you are looking for a Senior CDE position in Diabetic Education, this could be your opportunity. Here at St. Peter's Health Partner's, we care for more people in more places. This position is based out of 63 Shaker Drive, Albany, NY.
• Position
• Highlights:
• Quality of
• Life:
• Where career opportunities and quality of life converge
• Advancement: Strong orientation program, generous tuition allowance and career development
• Office
• Hours: Monday – Friday Office Hours

Position Summary

Provides individualized diabetes self-management education / training to individuals and groups according to the Competencies for Diabetes Educators and ADCES Diabetes Educator Practice Level 3. Able to communicate effectively with patients of all ages and abilities. Demonstrate diabetes self-care management skills to persons with type 1, type 2, gestational and pre-diabetes.

Responsibilities

Collects DSME program participant assessment data, using the AADE7 framework, in a collaborative and ongoing manner. Collaboratively develops educational goals, learning objectives and a plan for educational content and teaching methods with DSME program participants. Provides educational interventions that utilize primarily interactive, collaborative, skill-based training methods and maximizes the use of interactive training methods. Collaboratively develops an individualized follow –up plan with each program participant. Evaluates effectiveness of educational services provided by measuring attainment of learning objectives Conducts a follow-up assessment upon completion of DSME program services, using outcome measures form the AADE7. Document assessment data, educational plan, educational services provided and evaluation of result in each participant's educational record. Utilizes a team approach to provide services, collaborates, and communicates with team members when needed. Identifies when a program participant's needs are outside the scope of the instructor's practice and expertise, and arranges for additional services to meet needs. Participates in the development of training materials. Contributes to, and participates in, a continuous quality improvement process to measure DSME program and to identify and address opportunities for improvement. Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelors required, Masters preferred Graduate of an approved program as RN, RD, CSW or Pharmacist. Current professional licensure, registration and certification. Minimum of 6 months clinical experience as Certified Diabetes Educator. Certification in insulin pumps preferred. Pay Range: $35.75- $47.78 Pay is based on experience, skills, and education. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on location.” Our Commitment Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, faith-based health care systems in the nation. Together, we’re 121,000 colleagues and nearly 36,500 physicians and clinicians caring for diverse communities across 27 states. Nationally recognized for care and experience, our system includes 101 hospitals, 126 continuing care locations, the second largest PACE program in the country, 136 urgent care locations, and many other health and well-being services. Based in Livonia, Michigan, in fiscal year 2023, we invested $1.5 billion in our communities through charity care and other community benefit programs. For more information, visit http://www.trinity-health.org. You can also follow Trinity Health on LinkedIn.