Diabetes Resource Coordinator-Prov Diabetes Education - Providence

Additional Information: Employees must be in a regular position, working 20 hours or more per week (.50 FTE or greater) to qualify for benefits.

Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree in nursing from an accredited institution and 3 years of professional nursing experience Required ORBachelor's Degree with major coursework in human nutrition, food and nutrition, dietetics, or food systems management from an accredited institution, and 3 years of professional dietitian experience Required Master's Degree in nursing and experience in diabetes care and chronic disease program management PreferredRN - Registered Nurse - State Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure Licensure with the state of Alabama as a registered nurse Required orREG DIET - Dietitian Registered with the Commission on Dietetic Registration Required and Licensure with the state of Alabama as a dietitian. Required Certified Diabetes Consult and Education Specialist (CDCES) within 1-1/2 Yrs Preferred Comparable combination of education and experience may substitute for the above requirements. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Advanced knowledge of diabetes pathophysiology, treatment, self-management, and prevention of acute and chronic complications. Knowledge of current diabetes medications, insulin therapies, injectable medications, glucose monitoring systems, CGM, and other diabetes technologies. Knowledge of evidence-based DSMES principles and person-centered education practices. Knowledge of ADA Standards of Care and the National Standards for DSMES.Strong patient assessment, clinical judgment, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills. Ability to independently provide diabetes education while recognizing issues requiring consultation with or escalation to a prescribing provider. Ability to design, deliver, and evaluate individual and group educational programs. Strong classroom facilitation and presentation skills. Ability to interpret patient glucose data and translate clinical information into practical self-management education. Excellent written, verbal, interpersonal, and interdisciplinary communication skills. Strong organizational skills and attention to documentation, regulatory, and program requirements. Ability to use electronic health records, Microsoft Office applications, diabetes technology platforms, and program data systems. Ability to work effectively with diverse patient populations, caregivers, healthcare professionals, and community partners. Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer The University of South Alabama is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or any other applicable legally protected basis. EO Employer minorities/females/veterans/disabilities/sexual orientation/gender identity.