About this role
We are searching for a Diabetes Educator -- someone who works well in a fast-paced setting. In this position, you will provide assessment, goal setting, education and behavioral intervention, and on-going case management to patients and caregivers to promote diabetes self-management in the inpatient and ambulatory settings.
Think you’ve got what it takes?
Texas Children's offers a clinical progression ladder for diabetes educators. Based on each individual's clinical proficiency and years of experience, educators are placed into the level that best aligns with their skills and contributions. This structure supports professional growth, recognizes expertise, and enhances quality of care.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree required; master's preferred.
- CDCES from the Certification Board of Diabetes Care and Education OR BC-ADM from the Association of Diabetes Care and Education Specialists required.
- 1 year required as a specialized diabetes care as a licensed dietician or nurse.
As part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and healthy workplace, all successful candidates will be required to undergo respiratory fit testing in compliance with occupational health and safety standards.
Responsibilities:
- Teaches patient/family skills for diabetes self-management. Assesses patient family knowledge, individualized the education plan based on learner’s social, economic, cultural and age- appropriate need.
- Evaluates patient needs at appropriate intervals and suggests appropriate management strategies, including IIM and diabetes technology.
- Documents all patient care related activities within the medical record according to established guidelines and formats.
- Develops and provides education materials and resources for TCH staff, patients, caregivers, and the community.
- Maintains practice at appropriate levels by attending continuing education activities and staying abreast of current evidence-based practice.
- Implements proper protocols for diabetes patient management.
- Provides case management related services including requests for durable medical equipment, preauthorization paperwork, and coordination of care with other healthcare providers.
- When appropriate a Diabetes Education Specialist/Diabetes Educator with an RD/RDN credential, may assess and provide nutritional care to patients.
Other facts
About Texas Children's Hospital
Texas Children’s Hospital is a world-class pediatric facility, nationally recognized as a top children’s hospital, and voted one of the best places to work in Houston for nine years running. We’re committed to creating a healthy community for children by providing the best pediatric care possible, through groundbreaking research and emphasis on education. We also offer a full continuum of family-centered care for women, from obstetrics to well-woman care. As a team member at Texas Children’s Hospital, you’ll work in an environment that values your voice. Texas Children's Hospital, headquartered in Houston, Texas, is recognized as one of America's best children's hospitals.
What you'll do
- The Diabetes Educator will teach patients and families skills for diabetes self-management and assess their knowledge to create individualized education plans. They will also document patient care activities and develop educational materials for staff and the community.
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