Registered Nurse - Certified Diabetes Educator, CDCES - 8hr Days

Job Description

A true leader strives to inspire-and at Cedars-Sinai, that’s exactly what our Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialists (CDCES) do. They have a strong combination of clinical skills, management abilities and integrity, and as a result, they play an indispensable role in the success of our organization. They are also part of the foundation for the world-class healthcare provided at Cedars-Sinai. Our people bring an unmatched passion to their craft and it shows in everything they accomplish, including achieving Magnet® designation for an outstanding five times! Now we invite you to join us. From working with a team of dedicated healthcare professionals to using innovative facilities, you’ll have everything you need to do something incredible-for yourself, and for others!

As a CDCES, a professional practitioner, you will assume responsibility for coordination of the hospital-wide Diabetes Management Program.

• You will develop, deliver, evaluate and conduct diabetes management activities and education to hospital staff, patients and family members including diabetes medications, insulin pumps, continuous glucose monitors and other education needs.
• You will lead an outcome-based approach to patient care by insuring evidence-based practice and interdisciplinary care delivery. Identifies safety concerns, and collaborates with all members of the healthcare team to institute measures to ensure a safe and timely discharge.

Qualifications

Educational Requirements:

Graduate of an accredited nursing program.

BSN required; MSN preferred.

License/Certification/Registration Requirements:

Current California State RN License required.

American Red Cross or American Heart Association Basic Cardiac Life Support certification.

Certified Diabetes Educator certification (CDCES).

Experience:

Minimum 3 years recent acute RN experience.

Two (2) years experience in diabetes/endocrinology preferred.

Working knowledge of applicable Standards of Practice.

Demonstrated dedication to customer service and ability to meet the needs and expectations of patients and health care colleagues.