University of Maryland Faculty Physicians
Diabetes Nurse Educator/Nurse Coordinator-OB/GYN
University of Maryland Faculty Physicians, Baltimore, Maryland, United States, 21276
Diabetes Nurse Educator / Nurse Coordinator – OB/GYN
Under general supervision, assesses, plans, implements and evaluates the diabetes in‑patient education program through FPI at UMMC and UMMC‑MTC. Plans and conducts continuing education programs in diabetes for patients, staff, and community partners. Functions as a resource for patients and other healthcare professionals within and outside the Medical Center. Supports the day‑to‑day conduct of the MDMOM project at UMMC; coordinates with Telehealth Services at UMMC regarding the telemedicine platform and technology use; responds to consult requests from Network associate health facilities; schedules consults; facilitates consults and troubleshoots problems, including technology‑related problems; collects Network assessment metrics and MDMOM reporting data; submits data reports to MDMOM as agreed upon with all Network participants; contributes to manuscript development.
Essential Functions
Utilizes a patient and family‑centered approach
Collaborates closely with other team members, including providers, social workers, care managers, pharmacists, hospital dietitians, and community partners.
Empowers patients and caregivers to actively participate in their care.
Provides a clear and feasible discharge management plan based on clinical needs, patient preferences, goals, and abilities.
Ensures that a follow‑up appointment for diabetes care is scheduled prior to discharge.
Establishes partnerships with community‑based providers and services to address health and social needs.
Communicates the status of diabetes self‑management education, plan of care, and medication reconciliation to next provider and/or site of care as needed.
Identifies and mitigates risk factors for readmission.
Places peripheral IV (intravenous) lines and obtains blood draws if needed.
Education and/or Experience
Graduation from an accredited dietician/nursing education program approved by the Board of Dietetic Practice/Board of Nursing or found by the respective Board to be substantially equivalent to the programs in Maryland. Current licensure as a Registered Dietician/Nurse in the State of Maryland is required.
Must hold licensure as a dietitian or nurse in the State of Maryland, or be eligible to practice as outlined through the Maryland Board of Dietetics/Nursing.
Certification as a Diabetic Educator (CDE) preferred; or must obtain CDE certification within one year of service.
Knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient’s requirements relative to his or her age‑specific needs and to provide the care needed as described in the unit/area/department policies and procedures.
Highly effective verbal and written communication skills are necessary in order to educate patients and their families and work with medical, nursing and management staff.
Demonstrated ability in public speaking preferred.
Total Rewards
The referenced base salary range represents the low and high end of University of Maryland’s Faculty Physician’s Inc. salary range for this position. University of Maryland Faculty Physician’s Inc. offers a total rewards package that supports employees’ health, life, career, and retirement. Exact salary will ultimately depend on multiple factors, including the successful candidate’s geographic location, skills, work experience, market conditions, internal equity, responsibility factor and span of control, education/training and other qualifications.
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Under general supervision, assesses, plans, implements and evaluates the diabetes in‑patient education program through FPI at UMMC and UMMC‑MTC. Plans and conducts continuing education programs in diabetes for patients, staff, and community partners. Functions as a resource for patients and other healthcare professionals within and outside the Medical Center. Supports the day‑to‑day conduct of the MDMOM project at UMMC; coordinates with Telehealth Services at UMMC regarding the telemedicine platform and technology use; responds to consult requests from Network associate health facilities; schedules consults; facilitates consults and troubleshoots problems, including technology‑related problems; collects Network assessment metrics and MDMOM reporting data; submits data reports to MDMOM as agreed upon with all Network participants; contributes to manuscript development.
Essential Functions
Utilizes a patient and family‑centered approach
Collaborates closely with other team members, including providers, social workers, care managers, pharmacists, hospital dietitians, and community partners.
Empowers patients and caregivers to actively participate in their care.
Provides a clear and feasible discharge management plan based on clinical needs, patient preferences, goals, and abilities.
Ensures that a follow‑up appointment for diabetes care is scheduled prior to discharge.
Establishes partnerships with community‑based providers and services to address health and social needs.
Communicates the status of diabetes self‑management education, plan of care, and medication reconciliation to next provider and/or site of care as needed.
Identifies and mitigates risk factors for readmission.
Places peripheral IV (intravenous) lines and obtains blood draws if needed.
Education and/or Experience
Graduation from an accredited dietician/nursing education program approved by the Board of Dietetic Practice/Board of Nursing or found by the respective Board to be substantially equivalent to the programs in Maryland. Current licensure as a Registered Dietician/Nurse in the State of Maryland is required.
Must hold licensure as a dietitian or nurse in the State of Maryland, or be eligible to practice as outlined through the Maryland Board of Dietetics/Nursing.
Certification as a Diabetic Educator (CDE) preferred; or must obtain CDE certification within one year of service.
Knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient’s requirements relative to his or her age‑specific needs and to provide the care needed as described in the unit/area/department policies and procedures.
Highly effective verbal and written communication skills are necessary in order to educate patients and their families and work with medical, nursing and management staff.
Demonstrated ability in public speaking preferred.
Total Rewards
The referenced base salary range represents the low and high end of University of Maryland’s Faculty Physician’s Inc. salary range for this position. University of Maryland Faculty Physician’s Inc. offers a total rewards package that supports employees’ health, life, career, and retirement. Exact salary will ultimately depend on multiple factors, including the successful candidate’s geographic location, skills, work experience, market conditions, internal equity, responsibility factor and span of control, education/training and other qualifications.
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