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Lee Health

Diabetes Educator HUB- RN or RD ($5,000 Sign on, $7,500 Relocation)

Lee Health, Fort Myers, Florida, United States, 33916


Location: Lee Health -2776 Cleveland AveFort Myers FL 33901Department:Work Type:

Full TimeShift:

0/8:00:00 AM to 4:30:00 AMMinimum to Midpoint Pay Rate: $27.57 - $35.84 / hourSummary

Lee Health is seeking experienced Diabetes Educators and Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialists to help meet the needs our growing diabetes population.

We have opportunities in both inpatient and outpatient clinics (hybrid work opportunity). Locations include Cape Coral, Fort Myers and Bonita Springs.Lee Health believes in a passionate, personal approach to wellness. Our staff of registered dietitians and nurses work together with patients and physicians to prevent and manage diabetes.***$

5,000.00 sign on bonus and $7,500.00 relocation incentive offered to the qualified candidate

.***Benefits:We are dedicated to providing a caring and compassionate environment for our patients and our staffMedical/Dental and Vision after 30 days of hireFree Employee Health and inexpensive prescription planGenerous Paid Time OffRetirement Match up to 5% and vested after 3 yearsEducation AssistanceFlexible 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 Diabetes Educator serves as a clinical expert, and provides education and consultation services to internal and external groups. The Diabetes Educator collaborates with other Lee Health Case Managers, Social Workers, Physician and other caregivers to facilitate care across the continuum.The Diabetes Educators will be critical to the overall strategic direction of Lee Diabetes Care with new initiatives. Diabetes Educators will be responsible for teaching classes in the Outpatient setting. The diabetes educator will be required to provide coverage at hospital campuses, other than their "home" campus, as needs arise.Requirements

Educational Requirements

Degree/Diploma Obtained

Program of Study

Required/Preferred

and/or

Associate's

Healthcare

Required

Experience Requirements

Minimum Years Required

Area of Experience

Required/Preferred

and/or

2 Years

Diabetes Education

Required

Additional Requirements Minimum of 1000 hours in Diabetes Self Management Education within the past 5 years preferred.

State of Florida Licensure Requirements

Licenses

Required/Preferred

and/or

Registered Nurse License

Required

or

Dietitian License

Required

Additional Requirements Current 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/Registrations

Required/Preferred

and/or

RD (Registered Dietitian)

Additional Requirements

Must be either a Registered Nurse or Registered Dietitian who is also licensed in the State of Florida.

Other RequirementsDiabetes Education experience. Excellent communication skills required. Must be willing to sit for Certified Diabetes Educator exam once all exam pre-requisits are met.Will be required to participate in weekend/holiday on-call rotation schedule. US:FL:Fort Myers

Diabetes Educator HUB- RN or RD ($5,000 Sign on, $7,500 Relocation) at Lee Health summary:The Diabetes Educator at Lee Health focuses on managing and educating patients with diabetes across inpatient and outpatient settings in Fort Myers, FL. This role requires collaboration with healthcare teams to promote diabetes self-management and improve patient outcomes. Ideal candidates hold an RN or RD license in Florida, with experience in diabetes education and a passion for providing personalized care.

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