Diabetes Education Coordinator

All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:  

• Paid Days Off from Day One 

• Student Loan Repayment Program 

• Career Development  

• Whole Person Wellbeing Resources 

• Mental Health Resources and Support 

Our promise to you:  

Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.  

Schedule: Full Time   

Shift: Days  

Location:7050 Gall Boulevard Zephyrhills, Florida 33541 

The community you’ll be caring for:AdventHealth Zephyrhills  

•  First in Florida to earn Advanced Certification for Hip Replacement and Knee Replacement (Joint Commission)  

• Accredited Chest Pain Center with PCI (Society of Cardiovascular Patient Care) 

• GWTG Gold Plus with Honor Roll Elite and Target: Type 2 Diabetes Honor Roll Achievement, 2020 (American Heart Association) 

• One of America's Best Hospitals for Heart Care, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021 (Women’s Choice Award) 

• One of America's Best Hospitals for Stroke Centers, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021 (Women’s Choice Award) 

• One of America's Best Hospitals for Orthopedics, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021 (Women’s Choice Award) 

• One of America's Best Hospitals for Patient Safety, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020 (Women’s Choice Award) 

• Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade A, Spring 2018, Fall 2018, Spring 2019, Fall 2019, Spring 2020, Fall 2020 (Leapfrog) 

• Leapfrog Top General Hospital, Fall 2018, Fall 2019, Fall 2020 (Leapfrog) 

• US News & World Reports High Performing Hospital CHF & COPD (2019-2020) 

• America's 250 Best Hospital's Award (2021) (Healthgrades) 

• Life style activities and community growth  

• Close proximity to many of Florida’s finest beaches  

• An abundance of family attractions (Orlando & Tampa theme parks) 

• Access to arts, culture and music  

• Premium shopping outlets  

The role you’ll contribute:  

 Responsible for providing assessment, planning, and instruction to patients with diabetes and their families. This position delivers education for inpatients and outpatients through private sessions and group classes, as well as staff training on diabetes care and treatment. Additionally, this role ensures the delivery of accurate, up-to-date, and effective patient education in collaboration with the patient's primary care physician. In addition, this position oversees the development, planning, and execution of chronic disease management and wellness programming for employees and the community. Adheres to all applicable local, state, and federal regulations, and standards of accrediting bodies.

The value you’ll bring to the team:  

•  Performs initial assessments to evaluate patient needs related to diabetes management.
• Develops personalized educational plans for diabetes management and wellness.
• Provides diabetes education for inpatients and outpatients through private sessions and group classes.
• Monitors patient progress and provides ongoing support and education.
• Collaborates with healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive diabetes care.

The expertise and experiences you’ll need to succeed:  

·       Associate's of Nursing Required or

·       Bachelor's in Dietetics Required

·       Bachelor's of Nursing Preferred

·       Master's in Dietetics Preferred

·       1+ Work Experience Required

·       Basic Life Support - CPR Cert (BLS) Required

·       Registered Nurse (RN) Required or

·       Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) Required

·       Licensed Dietitian (LD) Preferred

·       Certified Diabetes Educator (CDE) Preferred