Employment Type : Full-Time
Overview: Performs a variety of clinical duties; responsible for assisting the providers with direct and indirect patient care for patients in the clinic and inpatient setting. Provides the patient, families, and caregivers the education needed to provide safe/competent care for diabetic patients.
Why UnityPoint Health?
Visit us at UnityPoint.org/careers to hear more from our team members about why UnityPoint Health is a great place to work. https://dayinthelife.unitypoint.org/ Responsibilities: Care Coordination Collaborate with providers in the coordination of care of the patient. Serve as a resource to clinic and hospital staff as well as to other health care personnel involved in the care of the specific specialty. Responsible for the development and ongoing coordination of care of the patient in the specific specialty. Clinical Excellence Current on technology and medications. Proficient with continuous glucose monitors, pumps, software, phone apps, and new technology as it becomes available. Maintain organizational policies, procedures and objectives; performs functions other than described due to extenuating circumstances. Conduct or facilitate implementation of research studies and translate research findings into nursing practice. Act as a consultant both within the institution and to outside agencies or groups. Share knowledge to facilitate the interdisciplinary approach to patient care. Balance team and individual responsibilities; be open and objective to other’s views; give and welcome feedback; contribute to positive team goals and put the success of the team above own interests. Work with the clinic staff for mentoring support. Develop, implement and evaluate standards of practice and care of the specialty patient population. Provide appropriate and timely documentation in the patient’s electronic health record using standardized workflows and processes. Perform other duties as requested by the Clinic Administrator to facilitate the smooth and effective operations of the office. Patient Education Complete glucose reviews, assist in insulin and medication management, assess patterns. Collaborate with providers in coordination of care. Schedule patients manage phone calls and lead patient interviewing. Consult with individuals, families, or colleagues from associated disciplines or within nursing. Serve as a resource in educating the patients, family and community regarding information relevant to health and wellness and illness prevention. Provide education and training to patients and families regarding technology as it pertains to managing diabetes. Qualifications: Required Education: Graduate of an accredited nursing or dietitian program. Experience: Requires clinical knowledge and analytical abilities necessary to plan and evaluate patient care License(s)/Certification(s): Certificate in Diabetes Education (must be obtained within 2 years of hire). Current Iowa license to practice as a Registered nurse or a Registered/Licensed Dietitian. Must possess and maintain current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or obtain certification within three (3) months from date of hire. Valid driver’s license when driving any vehicle for work-related reasons.
Preferred Education: BSN Preferred Experience: Five (5) years of clinical experience preferred.