Building Name: UVMMC - Medical Center - Main CampusLocation Address: 111 Colchester Avenue, Burlington VermontRegularDepartment: Vermont Children's Hospital - AdministrativePart TimeStandard Hours: 20Biweekly Scheduled Hours:Shift: DayPrimary Shift: -Weekend Needs: NoneSalary Range: Min $45.45 Mid $59.97 Max $74.48Recruiter: Naomi Kpesse
The Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist is responsible for the clinical coordination of care related to a specific group of patients or aspect of patient care. Coordination of care extends across the organization and to the outside community. S/he applies specialized knowledge through teaching of patients and family, consultation, research and guidance of other members of the health care team. The organizations Standards of Patient Care and Nursing Practice guide the delivery of nursing services by this individual. The position demonstrates dedication to professional growth and development and to the continuous improvement of patient care. Maintains specialty certification and maintains a minimum of 18 continuing education credits/certificate of attendance hours. Performs one formal presentation each year.
EDUCATION:
Current RN licensure or compact licensure recognized by the State of Vermont is required. The University of Vermont Medical Center is moving toward an all Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) workforce. All external candidates hired into, or current employees promoted to, a RN position will be required to obtain their BSN as outlined in the terms of their offer letter. Current internal RNs are strongly encouraged to pursue a BSN to support this initiative. Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist certification current. Minimum of 18 continuing education hours/year.
EXPERIENCE:
Minimum of 3 years relevant clinical experience in diabetes. Incumbent must work in an ADA Recognized Education Program or other nationally recognized diabetes education program. Completion of one formal presentation per year. BLS Certification.
This is a bargaining union position.
The University of Vermont Medical Center is part of a six-hospital network serving patients and their families in Vermont and northern New York. We're not just caregivers and staff - we're your friends and neighbors, offering expertise, kind words and compassionate care when and where you need them. We are dedicated to providing you with the best medical care possible.
The University of Vermont Medical Center, along with the Robert Larner M.D. College of Medicine The University of Vermont and College of Nursing and Health Sciences, is one of 138 academic medical centers in the country. Through The University of Vermont Health Network and collaborative relationships throughout Vermont and northern New York, we are able to provide the highest quality care, informed by academic research, to patients throughout our region.
The UVM Medical Center, along with its three founding organizations, The University of Vermont College of Medicine and College of Nursing and Health Sciences, share a rich history dating back to the 1800s.
The UVM Medical Center is committed to the development of an Integrated Delivery System which provides high value health care to the communities we serve and enhances our academic mission. Our mission is to improve the health of the people in the communities we serve by integrating patient care, education, and research in a caring environment.
