Pediatric Diabetic Clinical Educator (Inpatient)

Job Description Summary

The MUSC Children’s Health Inpatient Pediatric Diabetic Clinical Educator reports to the Manager of Pediatric Acute Care. Under general supervision and in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team, this role coordinates and provides age specific and developmentally appropriate care for pediatric diabetes patients throughout their hospital stay. This role serves as the primary educator for nursing and patients and is the leader for diabetic care coordination for inpatient. This role will support organizational efforts as needed that include access, quality improvement, literature review, patient advocacy, and growth of the inpatient program. Additionally, will establish educational programs required to meet identified patient, staff, and organizational goals. Assume responsibility for maintaining adherence to Joint Commission/American Diabetes Association Advanced Diabetes Certification, and evidenced based standards of practice.

Entity

Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA)

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type​

Regular

Cost Center

CC000239 CHS - ACU (Acute Care) 9 (SJCH)

Pay Rate Type

Hourly

Pay Grade

Health-27

Scheduled Weekly Hours

36

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

Job Description

• Educate pediatric patients and their families about diabetes, including causes, symptoms, treatment options and management strategies
• Provide individualized diabetes education and counseling to patients, families and staff
• Collaborate with healthcare providers to develop and enhance management plans for patients
• Obtain certification within one year of hire (American Diabetes Association Advanced Diabetes Certification
• Collaborate with outpatient team to enhance continuity of care
• Monitor documentation of this patient population and provide feedback for clinical staff to address any deficiencies
• Hold monthly classes to meet educational needs of staff
• This role supports all pediatric diabetic needs throughout Shawn Jenkins Children's Hospital

Additional Job Description

Education: Bachelors Degree or equivalent Work Experience: 2-4 years

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