Diabetes Educator jobs in Alaska

Diabetes Educator educates patients on the necessary lifestyle changes involved in a diabetes diagnosis, including nutrition, medication, physical activity and glucose testing. Collects patient data to monitor health status and proactively manage the patient's condition. Being a Diabetes Educator facilitates skill development and behavior modification so that the patient is able to successfully manage the disease. Typically requires a bachelor's degree in nursing or equivalent. Additionally, Diabetes Educator typically required to be a Certified Care and Education Specialist (CDCES). Typically reports to a manager or head of a unit/department. The Diabetes Educator occasionally directed in several aspects of the work. Gaining exposure to some of the complex tasks within the job function. To be a Diabetes Educator typically requires 2-4 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Diabetes Case Manager and Educator
  • SouthEast Alaska Regional Health Consortium
  • Juneau, AK FULL_TIME
  • About Us:

    SEARHC is a non-profit health consortium which serves the health interests of the residents of Southeast Alaska. We see our employees as our strongest assets. It is our priority to further their development and our organization by aiding in their professional advancement.

     

    Working at SEARHC is more than a job, it’s a fulfilling career. We offer generous benefits, including retirement, paid time off, paid parental leave, health, dental, and vision benefits, life insurance and long and short-term disability, and more.

    Job Overview:

    Delivers comprehensive and seamless services that bridge the gap and integrate clinical and self-management aspects of diabetes and cardiometabolic care. The RN Diabetes Case Manager and Educator is an integral part of the interprofessional team and provides collaborative, comprehensive and person- centered care, and education conducive to behavior change and improved quality of life across the lifespan.  Promotes self-management to achieve individualized behavioral and treatment goals that reduce risks and optimize

    health outcomes. The RN Diabetes Case Manager and Educator assists with maintaining a formal comprehensive diabetes education program.

    Responsibilities:

    Key Essential Functions and Accountabilities of the Job• Integrates skills and knowledge of pathophysiology, epidemiology, clinical management, cardiometabolic conditions, and self-management of diabetes into clinical practice.• Provides quality diabetes self-management education in individual and group settings based on assessed needs. Utilizes appropriate teaching techniques that are sensitive to the learning preferences of the person with prediabetes or diabetes.• Ensures all patients receive annual exams, laboratory tests, immunizations, and education as recommended by approved diabetes standards of care. • Completes comprehensive assessments for each patient including emotional and behavioral health, interprets personal health data, develops an individualized care plan based on the patient’ assessed needs and goals and promotes successful self-management. • Documents all individual contacts/visits in the Electronic Health Record and outcomes database according to guidelines in a timely manner. • Collaborates, advocates, and confers other members of the care team in developing person-centered diabetes plans. • Advocates for and supports technology-enabled diabetes education and care, in individual and population health diabetes services.• Collaborates with internal and external partners to establish and maintain on-going support options. • Contributes to the achievement of established department goals and objectives and adheres to department policies, procedures, quality standards and safety standards. • Participates in meetings, serves on committees, and represents the department and hospital/facility in community outreach efforts as appropriate. • Assists with the completion of the annual IHS Diabetes Audit. Utilizes audit data, SDPI Dashboard, and other tools to provide the highest quality of care.• Facilitates education and implementation of approved diabetes standards of care to medical providers, dietitians, nurses, and other related personnel through education programs and direct training.• Actively participates in the quality improvement (QI) process and adapts practice/process based on QI findings.• Supports and models the SEARHC Seven Standards of Excellence.• Performs other duties as assigned.

     

    Other Functions• Engages in lifelong learning and serves as a role model of professionalism.

    Supervisory Responsibilities• None

    Qualifications:

    Education, Certifications, and Licenses Required• A valid, current RN license in the State of Alaska OR licensed in another State and obtain Alaska license within 6 months of hire• Certification as a Diabetic Care and Education Specialist OR will sit for the certification exam once eligibility requirements have been met

     

    Experience Required• 3 years’ general nursing experience• 1 year’s work experience in diabetes care, preferred

     

    Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

    Knowledge of• Diabetes case management practices and procedures• Health promotion and patient education activities• Customs of ethnic groups within the various Alaska Native geographic locations

    Skills in• Performing a variety of responsible diabetic care procedures requiring professional knowledge and consideration of specific patient conditions and treatments• Employing tact and sensitivity in stressful situations such as dealing with illnesses, dying, and death• Excellent verbal and written communication skills• Has working knowledge of diabetes technology• Highly organized and strong attention to detail • Strong problem solving and critical thinking skills • Must be able to work with a diverse patient population and have exceptional customer service skills

    Ability to• Appreciate cultural differences and their effect on health care delivery• Work independently completing tasks• Lead group programs• Engage patients in self-management activities• Prioritize and use good judgment• Coordinate a variety of issues while being frequently interrupted

     

    Computer Skills: • Basic computer skills including the use of Microsoft Office, Teams, and SharePoint• Able to utilize Cerner or other electronic medical record system used by SEARHC

     

    Travel Required: • May require travel to island communities to provide care to patients and training for staff.• Travel is via jet, ferry, and small aircraft.

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Diabetes Coordinator and Educator
  • Arctic Slope Native Association LTD
  • Utqiagvik, AK FULL_TIME
  • Position Summary: Develop and implement prevention strategies as well as provide education to diabetes clients and their families. Assist in the management of the diabetes prevention fund grants. Supe...
  • 2 Days Ago

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Diabetes Coordinator and Educator
  • Arctic Slope Native Association LTD
  • Barrow, AK FULL_TIME
  • Position Summary: Develop and implement prevention strategies as well as provide education to diabetes clients and their families. Assist in the management of the diabetes prevention fund grants. Supe...
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Diabetes Educator RN/Registered Dietitian (C)
  • AB Staffing Solutions LLC
  • Fairbanks, AK CONTRACTOR
  • Are you ready to explore new places while building your resume? At AB Staffing, we specialize in placing healthcare providers in facilities throughout the United States. Our travel assignments range f...
  • 22 Days Ago

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Diabetes Educator RN/Registered Dietitian (Contract)
  • AB Staffing Solutions LLC
  • Eagle River, AK CONTRACTOR
  • Are you ready to explore new places while building your resume? At AB Staffing, we specialize in placing healthcare providers in facilities throughout the United States. Our travel assignments range f...
  • 23 Days Ago

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Educator
  • Lululemon
  • Anchorage, AK FULL_TIME
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  • 1 Month Ago

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Diabetes Education Specialist
  • State of Maine
  • Augusta, ME
  • Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) Comprehensive Health Planner I Opening Date: March 20, 2024 Closing Date:...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Diabetes Education Specialist
  • Common Spirit
  • Sacramento, CA
  • Overview Dignity Health Medical Foundation established in 1993 is a California nonprofit public benefit corporation with...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Dietitian - Diabetes Educator
  • St. Elizabeth Physicians
  • Covington, KY
  • Job Title: Dietitian - Diabetes Educator Exempt Job Code: 115300 PRIMARY PURPOSE: The Diabetes Educator Dietician is res...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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RN Diabetes Educator-Diabetes Education-Methodist
  • UnityPoint Health
  • Des Moines, IA
  • Overview: The Inpatient Diabetes Education RN provides individualized education to patients with diabetes during hospita...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Diabetes Educator
  • MyMichigan Health
  • Alma, MI
  • This position is responsible for assessing, coordinating and teaching the individual with diabetes and their support per...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Diabetes Educator
  • Baptist Health
  • Montgomery, AL
  • Baptist Health is the largest healthcare system serving central Alabama, providing comprehensive hospital-based and outp...
  • 3/24/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Diabetes Educator
  • Texas Children's Hospital
  • Houston, TX
  • Job Summary We are searching for a Diabetes Educator -- someone who works well in a fast-paced setting. In this position...
  • 3/24/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Diabetes Educator
  • BJC HealthCare
  • Belleville, IL
  • Additional Information About the Role Locations - Memorial Hospital Belleville & Shiloh Department - Diabetes Education ...
  • 3/19/2024 12:00:00 AM

Alaska is the northernmost and westernmost state in the United States and has the most easterly longitude in the United States because the Aleutian Islands extend into the Eastern Hemisphere. Alaska is the only non-contiguous U.S. state on continental North America; about 500 miles (800 km) of British Columbia (Canada) separates Alaska from Washington. It is technically part of the continental U.S., but is sometimes not included in colloquial use; Alaska is not part of the contiguous U.S., often called "the Lower 48". The capital city, Juneau, is situated on the mainland of the North American ...
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Income Estimation for Diabetes Educator jobs
$85,932 to $105,196

Diabetes Educator in Gastonia, NC
"Working with a diabetes educator leads to a better understanding of what diabetes is and how it can be best managed to live well and remain problem-free.
January 01, 2020
Diabetes Educator in Grand Forks, ND
Every time you turn around, there’s new diabetes knowledge and new things to incorporate into your practice to help people.
December 11, 2019
Diabetes Educator in Utica, NY
Diabetes educators can earn two different types of credentials, CDE (certified diabetes educator) or BC-ADM (board certified–advanced diabetes management), and must go through a re-credentialing process every five years to stay up to date on advances in diabetes care.
December 14, 2019