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Outpatient RD - Diabetes Educator

Marquette, Michigan

Req ID 7467-9677 Post Date Jul. 29, 2024 CategoryRegistered Nurse FacilityUP Health System - Marquette
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UP Health System - Marquette

Diabetes Educator, Nutrition and Wellness, 1.0DV

Who We Are:
People are our passion and purpose. Come work where you are appreciated for who you are not just what you can do. UPHS – Marquette is a 222 bed hospital and houses the region’s only Level II Trauma Center and Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU). We also provide outreach with programs like annual health and safety fairs, health screenings for the entire family and more to keep our community healthy!


Where We Are:
In Marquette our fascinating history, rural landscape, abundant recreational opportunities, and welcoming people make the Upper Peninsula someplace special. From a thriving culinary scene to charming shops to historic lighthouses and museums, there is something for everyone in this beautiful lakeside gem. 


Why Choose Us:
Health (Medical, Dental, Vision) and 401K Benefits for full-time employees
Competitive Paid Time Off / Extended Illness Bank package for full-time employees
Employee Assistance Program – mental, physical, and financial wellness assistance
Tuition Reimbursement/Assistance for qualified applicants
Opportunities for education and training through partnership with Duke LifePoint Healthcare
And much more…


Position Summary:

Provides diabetes education, consultation and evaluation of patient and program outcomes.

Reports to: Director

FLSA:  Non-exempt

EEO: □ 01 Officials and Managers X 02 Professionals □ 03 Technicians □ 04 Sales Workers □ 05 Administrative Support Workers □ 06 Craft Workers □ 07 Operatives □ 08 Laborers and Helpers □ 09 Service Workers

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Independently writes, communicates, and implements teaching interventions for patients, families, significant others.
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Delivers educational material using teaching principals and a variety of formats for new pediatric inpatients and outpatients in group and individual sessions.
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Delivers educational material appropriate for identified needs utilizing knowledge of growth and development for outpatients in group and individual sessions.
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Assists to maintain diabetes supplies.
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Provides back up and assists other staff as necessary.

Minimum Qualifications:

Minimum Education
Associate’s degree in Nursing
OR
Bachelor’s degree in Dietetics
*Years of relevant experience may be substituted for required education.
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Required Skills
Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
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Required Skills
Certifications/ Licenses:
Basic Life Support Health Care Provider (BLS-HCP)
Registered Dietitian Certification OR Registered Nurse (RN) in State of Michigan
Certified Diabetes Educator (CDE) (within 2 years of hire)


EEOC Statement:
UP Health System – Marquette is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunities for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment because of color, race, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, gender identity, sexual orientation, veterans' status or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.


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