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Diabetes Educator PRN
PER DIEMSt. Louis

Summary

Location

St. Louis

Type

PER_DIEM

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About this role

Additional Information About the Role

  • The BJC Registerd Nurse Career Ladder differentiates BJC as the place for nurses to work in the greater St. Louis area.
  • This is a tool to empower nurses to work at the top of their license and own their career progression.
  • The BJC RN Career Ladder promotes professional development, leadership, collaboration, education and service excellence and gives staff the opportunity to continue doing what they do best - caring for patients - while having the opportunity to advance to the next step in their career. 
  • Moves to higher ladder levels will result in a percentage increase of current pay that aligns with the new job description.
  • PRN  7:30-4   Mon-Fri   2 shift in 6 week schedule
  • Must have previous Diabetes Education Experience. 

Additional Preferred Requirements

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Overview

Barnes-Jewish Hospital at Washington University Medical Center is the largest hospital in Missouri and is ranked as one of the nation's top hospitals by U.S. News & World Report. Barnes-Jewish Hospital's staff is composed of full-time academic faculty and community physicians of Washington University School of Medicine, supported by a house staff of residents, interns, fellows and other medical professionals. Recognizing its excellence in nursing care, Barnes-Jewish Hospital was the first adult hospital in Missouri to be certified as a Magnet Hospital by the American Nurses Credentialing Center.

This department covers In-hospital coverage. Hospitalized patients are seen via referral from a licensed medical provider (RN, MD, PA NP).Patients have a diagnosis of Diabetes or are pre- diabetic and need counseling. Often involves the teaching of what Insulin is and the delivery of the Insulin and also other oral agents they may be prescribed. Survival skills are taught to the patient and the patients are instructed to seek out an outpatient program for additional teaching.


Preferred Qualifications

Role Purpose

Provides direct patient care activities including assessment, diagnosis, planning implementation, and evaluation within the guidelines of the standards of nursing care.

 

Responsibilities

  • Promotes patient and family centered care in a healing environment. Educates patients and their families on how to manage their illness or injury, including post treatment home care needs and medication administration.
  • Participates in activities that promote patient safety, quality and regulatory compliance. Participates in professional development.
  • Develops, implements, and documents individual plans of care with defined goals in collaboration with other members of the interprofessional team and patient, family or caregiver in accordance with the established guidelines and standards of nursing care. Proactively plans and ensures communication of the plan of care across the continuum of care.
  • Uses critical nursing skills to assess and evaluate physical, psychosocial, and emotional needs according to standards of care. Assess patient preferences and barriers to involvement in care, including their values, emotional, spiritual, cultural, and population-specific needs.
  • BJC has determined this is a safety-sensitive position. The ability to work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner is an essential function of this job.
  • Minimum Requirements

    Education

  • Nursing Diploma/Associate's
  • - Nursing

    Experience

  • No Experience
  • Supervisor Experience

  • No Experience
  • Licenses & Certifications

  • RN
  • Preferred Requirements

    Education

  • Bachelor's Degree
  • - Nursing

    Experience

  • <2 years

  • Benefits and Legal Statement

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    At BJC we’re committed to providing you and your family with benefits and resources to help you manage your physical, emotional, social and financial well-being.

    • Comprehensive medical, dental, vison, life insurance, and legal services available first day of the month after hire date
    • Disability insurance paid for by BJC
    • Annual 4% BJC Automatic Retirement Contribution
    • 401(k) plan with BJC match
    • Tuition Assistance available on first day
    • BJC Institute for Learning and Development
    • Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
    • Paid Time Off benefit combines vacation, sick days, holidays and personal time
    • Adoption assistance

    To learn more, go to our Benefits Summary.

    Not all benefits apply to all jobs

    The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this position. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Equal Opportunity Employer

    Other facts

    Tech stack
    Diabetes Education,Patient Care,Assessment,Diagnosis,Planning,Implementation,Evaluation,Patient Safety,Quality Compliance,Professional Development,Communication,Collaboration,Teaching,Insulin Delivery,Counseling,Care Planning

    About BJC HealthCare

    BJC Medical Group has more than 600 doctors and specialists who care for thousands of people every day. With over 120 locations in greater St. Louis, mid-Missouri and southern Illinois, there’s a BJC doctor close to you, wherever you live.

    Plus, because we’re all part of BJC HealthCare, we’re backed by the research and technology resources of one of the top health care organizations in the country. We aim to strengthen the physician-patient bond by developing long-term, healing relationships and offering exceptional patient experiences.

    BJC HealthCare has ranked as one of the top workplaces among large employers in the seventh annual St. Louis Post-Dispatch Top Workplaces for 2018 program. BJC is one of 150 Greater St. Louis employers to receive the award and the only health care system to make the list.

    There is no better time to join our team and share your exceptional talents to help make medicine better. Explore our opportunities and apply today! www.bjc.org/jobs

    Team size: 1,001-5,000 employees
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    Industry: Hospitals and Health Care

    What you'll do

    • The Diabetes Educator provides direct patient care activities, including assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation. They educate patients and their families on managing diabetes and ensure communication of care plans across the continuum.

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    Frequently Asked Questions

    What does a Diabetes Educator PRN do at BJC HealthCare?

    As a Diabetes Educator PRN at BJC HealthCare, you will: the Diabetes Educator provides direct patient care activities, including assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation. They educate patients and their families on managing diabetes and ensure communication of care plans across the continuum..

    Why join BJC HealthCare as a Diabetes Educator PRN?

    BJC HealthCare is a leading Hospitals and Health Care company.

    Is the Diabetes Educator PRN position at BJC HealthCare remote?

    The Diabetes Educator PRN position at BJC HealthCare is based in St. Louis, Missouri, United States. Contact the company through Clera for specific work arrangement details.

    How do I apply for the Diabetes Educator PRN position at BJC HealthCare?

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