Certified Diabetes Educator
Fort Myers, FL 
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Posted 4 days ago
Job Description

Location:Lee Health -2776 Cleveland AveFort Myers FL 33901

Department: Lee Health Solutions - non-HOD

Work Type: Full Time

Shift: Shift 1/8:00:00 AM to 4:30:00 PM

Minimum to Midpoint Pay Rate:$30.27 - $40.86 / hour

Summary

Lee Health Solutions is seeking a Certified Diabetes Educator to join an adult outpatient endocrinology office at the Sanctuary in Fort Myers. The position also requires a registered and licensed dietitian.

Relocation Incentive: $8500 relocation incentive

Benefits:

  • Medical/Dental and Vision after 30 days of hire
  • Free Employee Health and inexpensive prescription plan
  • Generous Paid Time Off
  • Retirement Match up to 5% and vested after 3 years
  • Education Assistance
  • Flexible Spending Accounts..... and more!

Responsible for managing the care of a defined patient population; developing expected patient outcomes, defining appropriate resource utilization and setting customer satisfaction goals. The Certified Diabetes Educator serves as a clinical expert, and provides education and consultation services to internal and external groups. The Certified Diabetes Educator collaborates with other professional staff to facilitate care across the continuum. The Certified Diabetes Educators will be critical to the overall strategic direction of Lee Diabetes Care with new initiatives. Certified Diabetes Educators will be responsible for providing patient education on diabetes.


The Certified Diabetes Educators will be critical to the overall strategic direction of Lee Diabetes Care with new initiatives. Certified Diabetes Educators will be responsible for teaching classes in the Outpatient setting.

The Certified Diabetes Educator will be required to provide coverage at hospital campuses, other than their "home" campus, as needs arise. The Certified Diabetes Educator will be on a weekend on-call rotation.

RequirementsEducational Requirements
Degree/Diploma ObtainedProgram of StudyRequired/
Preferred
and/or
Associate'sHealthcareRequired
Experience Requirements
Minimum Years RequiredArea of ExperienceRequired/
Preferred
and/or
2 YearsDiabetes EducationRequired
Additional RequirementsMinimum of 1000 hours in Diabetes Self Management Education within the past 5 years preferred.State of Florida Licensure Requirements
LicensesRequired/
Preferred
and/or
Registered Nurse LicenseRequiredor
Dietitian LicenseRequired
Additional RequirementsCurrent license as an RN in the State of Florida or Florida Licensed Dietitian/Nutritionist. For physician practice locations: Registered and licensed dietitian only.Certifications/Registration Requirements
Certificates/RegistrationsRequired/
Preferred
and/or
CDE (Certified Diabetes Educator)Required
Additional RequirementsCDE (Certified Diabetes Educator) required. National Registration as an RD (if dietitian) required.


Other

Must possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Must be flexible. Will be required to participate in weekend/holiday on-call rotation schedule.

US:FL:Fort Myers


We are an equal opportunity employer.

 

Job Summary
Company
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Salary and Benefits
$30.27 - $40.86 / hour
Required Experience
2+ years
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