Liaison - Diabetes Nutrition Educator - FT - Days - MRH at Memorial Healthcare System in Hollywood, Florida

Job Description:

Location:

Hollywood, Florida


At Memorial, we are dedicated to improving the health, well-being and, most of all, quality of life for the people entrusted to our care. An unwavering commitment to our service vision is what makes the difference. It is the foundation of The Memorial Experience.



Summary:



Responsible for activities of diabetes education, nutrition counseling and all other related inpatient and outpatient education. Develops, plans and implements policies and procedures, training modules, and educational materials for patients and community in accordance with the American Diabetes Association National Review Standards for Diabetes Education Program.



Responsibilities:



Public relations representative for community events, social media, television media. Serves as Co-Chair of Patient and Family Education Committee and other committees as appropriate.Performance Improvement data collections and analysis for bi-annual accreditation with the American Diabetes Association. Monitors compliance with other applicable requirements, including accreditation, legal and The Joint Commission.Patient and family education for the inpatient and outpatient settings in the following areas: Nutrition, Diabetes and Insulin Pump Management.Coordinates and instructs support groups for patients and families.Assists with department meetings, staff evaluations, conflict management within the department.



Competencies:



ACCOUNTABILITY, ASSESSMENT- PATIENTS, CUSTOMER SERVICE, DEVELOP AND IMPLEMENT PLAN OF CARE, KNOWLEDGE OF DISEASE PROCESS, PATIENT AND FAMILY CENTERED CARE, PROBLEM SOLVING, RESPONDING TO CHANGE, STANDARDS OF BEHAVIOR



Education and Certification Requirements:



Masters: Dietetics (Required)Certified Diabetes Educator (CDE) - National Certification Board for Diabetes Educator (NCBDE), Dietitian/Nutritionist License (ND LICENSE) - State of Florida (FL), Registered Dietitian CDR Certification (CDR) - Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR)



Additional Job Information:



Complexity of Work: 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. Required Work Experience: 3 years



Working Conditions and Physical Requirements:

• Bending and Stooping = 80%


• Keyboard Entry = 80%


• Kneeling = 80%


• Lifting/Carrying Patients 35 Pounds or Greater = 80%


• Lifting or Carrying 0 - 25 lbs Non-Patient = 80%


• Pushing or Pulling 0 - 25 lbs Non-Patient = 80%


• Reaching = 80%


• Repetitive Movement Hand/Arm = 80%


• Running = 60%


• Sitting = 60%


• Squatting = 80%


• Standing = 80%


• Walking = 80%


• Audible Speech = 80%


• Hearing Acuity = 80%


• Depth Perception = 80%


• Distinguish Color = 80%


• Seeing - Far = 80%


• Seeing - Near = 80%


• Bio hazardous Waste = 80%


• Biological Hazards - Respiratory = 80%


• Biological Hazards - Skin or Ingestion = 80%


• Blood and/or Bodily Fluids = 80%


• Communicable Diseases and/or Pathogens = 80%


• Cytotoxic Chemicals = 60%


• Gas/Vapors/Fumes = 80%


• Hazardous Chemicals = 60%


• Hazardous Medication = 60%


• Computer Monitor = 80%


• Moving Mechanical Parts = 60%


• Needles/Sharp Objects = 60%


• Potential for Physical Assault = 40%


• Wet or Slippery Surfaces = 80%

Shift:



Primarily for office workers - not eligible for shift differential



Disclaimer: This job description is not intended, nor should it be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with the job. It is intended to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification.


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