Diabetes Education Nurse – Perinatal Care - 12 hrs/Per Week

Education:

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing
• Bachelor Science Nursing (BSN) required
• Certified diabetes educator: credentialed as a diabetes education specialist or diabetes clinical management specialist preferred

Licenses/Certification:

• Current RN Massachusetts Licensure      
• Active Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross

Required Qualifications and Skills:  

• General interest and knowledge of prenatal/postnatal nutrition and diabetes self-management as related to perinatal care (prenatal and post-partum)
• Experience providing patient education and counseling to support chronic disease management.
• Demonstrated ability with good organizational, analytical and interpersonal skills 

• Strong ability to communicate complex medical information in a clear, patient-centered manner that supports health literacy.
• Demonstrated experience in clinical teaching and documentation of patient management 
• Computer skills include Clinical Documentation, Outlook, Microsoft Office, and presentation applications. 

Preferred Qualifications and Skills:  

• Certification as a Gestational Diabetes Educator is preferred but not required; candidate should demonstrate the ability and willingness to learn gestational diabetes management.
• Demonstrated interest in staying informed on current evidence-based practices, emerging clinical research, available patient resources, and opportunities to support program and process improvement.
• Demonstrated ability to provide culturally responsive care and adapt educational materials for diverse patient populations.
• Experience collaborating within a multidisciplinary care team, including physicians, dietitians, and care navigators.
• Strong presentation and facilitation skills for both individual and group patient education.

Essential Job Functions:

• Provide comprehensive diabetes self-management education to patients in the OB/GYN outpatient setting, including individualized and group education sessions.
• Educate patients on diabetes management during pregnancy, postpartum, and reproductive health, including glucose monitoring, medication adherence, nutrition, and lifestyle modifications.
• Develop, implement, and regularly update the OB/GYN-specific diabetes education curriculum, ensuring alignment with current evidence-based guidelines and best practices.
• Collaborate with obstetric providers, nursing staff, maternal care navigators, and registered dietitians to coordinate patient care and support comprehensive diabetes management.
• Promote patient engagement and improve health literacy by providing clear, accessible education and resources that empower patients to actively participate in managing their diabetes during pregnancy and postpartum care.
• Document all patient education encounters, assessments, and care plans accurately in the electronic health record (EHR) in accordance with organizational and regulatory standards.
• Participate in quality improvement and process improvement initiatives (e.g. grant-funded programs)
• Maintain knowledge of current clinical guidelines, diabetes management practices, and maternal health standards through ongoing professional development.

Other duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

AGE AND DIVERSITY RELATED CRITERIA: Consistently treat patients, colleagues and visitors with dignity and respect, while being sensitive to the differing needs of all age groups, backgrounds, characteristics and cultures.

ABILITY TO FULFILL JOB EXPECTATIONS: Must have the ability to perform the essential functions of the position, including required work hours, locations and physical demands, without posing a direct threat to the health and safety of themselves or other individuals in the workplace, and with or without reasonable accommodation.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Must possess sound dexterity and visual acuity. Requires mental alertness, stamina to work in a fast-paced environment or in emergency situations. Ability to stand, sit, walk, bend, reach without restriction. Ability to lift between 25 and 50 pounds using good body mechanics. Must be able to push heavy equipment, stretchers, and wheelchairs. May be exposed to all patient care elements within the hospital setting. Must meet annual safety training requirements. Risks of exposure:  BFEs, electrical, mechanical and chemical hazards, ionizing radiation. Works any assigned shift within a 24-hour day. Works within hospital policies and procedures to minimize/prevent risk of exposure.

Age Specific Criteria: Ability to effectively communicate to all age levels served within the scope of the position/assigned areas.

Ability to Meet Job Performance Expectations: Must have the ability to perform the essential functions of the position without posing a direct threat to the health and safety of themselves or other individuals in the workplace, with or without a reasonable accommodation.

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Sturdy Memorial Hospital is an equal employment opportunity employer. There is no discrimination because of race, color, creed, age, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status or disability.