Diabetes Educator
Lee HealthFort Myers, FL, United States- Full-time
Location : Lee Health -2776 Cleveland AveFort Myers FL 33901
Department :
Work Type : Full Time
Shift : 0 / 8 : 00 : 00 AM to 4 : 30 : 00 AM
Minimum to Midpoint Pay Rate : $27.57 - $35.84 / hour
Summary
I am very happy at Lee Health. The providers I work with are all very knowledgeable and take the time to communicate, and the team as a whole (including other departments) are just that a TEAM. You don't always get an opportunity to work with caring individuals like this. Tracey S., Clinical Dietitian
Lee Health is seeking experienced Diabetes Educators and Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialists to help meet the needs our growing diabetes population. We have opportunities in both inpatient and outpatient clinics (hybrid work opportunity). Locations include Cape Coral, Fort Myers and Bonita Springs.
Lee Health believes in a passionate, personal approach to wellness. Our staff of registered dietitians and nurses work together with patients and physicians to prevent and manage diabetes.
- 5,000.00 sign on bonus and $7,500.00 relocation incentive offered to the qualified candidate .
Benefits :
Responsible for managing the care of a defined patient population; developing expected patient outcomes, defining appropriate resource utilization and setting customer satisfaction goals. The Diabetes Educator serves as a clinical expert, and provides education and consultation services to internal and external groups. The Diabetes Educator collaborates with other Lee Health Case Managers, Social Workers, Physician and other caregivers to facilitate care across the continuum.
The Diabetes Educators will be critical to the overall strategic direction of Lee Diabetes Care with new initiatives. Diabetes Educators will be responsible for teaching classes in the Outpatient setting. The diabetes educator will be required to provide coverage at hospital campuses, other than their "home" campus, as needs arise.
Requirements
Educational Requirements
Degree / Diploma Obtained
Program of Study
Required /
Preferred
and / or
Associate's
Healthcare
Required
Experience Requirements
Minimum Years Required
Area of Experience
Required /
Preferred
and / or
2 Years
Diabetes Education
Required
Additional Requirements
Minimum of 1000 hours in Diabetes Self Management Education within the past 5 years preferred.
State of Florida Licensure Requirements
Licenses
Required /
Preferred
and / or
Registered Nurse License
Required
Dietitian License
Required
Additional Requirements
Current license as an RN in the State of Florida or Florida Licensed Dietitian / Nutritionist. For physician practice locations : Registered and licensed dietitian only.
Certifications / Registration Requirements
Certificates / Registrations
Required /
Preferred
and / or
RD (Registered Dietitian)
Additional Requirements
Must be either a Registered Nurse or Registered Dietitian who is also licensed in the State of Florida.
Other Requirements
Diabetes Education experience. Excellent communication skills required. Must be willing to sit for Certified Diabetes Educator exam once all exam pre-requisits are met.Will be required to participate in weekend / holiday on-call rotation schedule.
US : FL : Fort Myers