Full Job Description
We are seeking an experienced nurse to join our endocrinology team. In this role, you will provide diabetes education and coordinate care for patients with diabetes, hormone-related disorders, and thyroid disease. You will deliver direct patient care, assist with developing educational programs, and work alongside our endocrinology team (4 physicians and 1 NP) to achieve high-quality outcomes in both the clinic and inpatient hospital setting. This is a full-time position with 10-hour shifts, 40 hours per week.
As a successful candidate, you will:
• Patient Education: Provide individualized diabetes education to patients and their families, including instruction on blood glucose monitoring, medication management, insulin administration, diet, and lifestyle modifications.
• Care Coordination: Collaborate with endocrinologists, primary care providers, dietitians, and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement comprehensive care plans for patients with diabetes.
• Clinical Support: Conduct patient assessments, review medical histories, and monitor patient progress. Adjust care plans as needed based on patient feedback and clinical outcomes.
• Program Development: Develop, implement, and evaluate diabetes education programs and materials. Stay updated with the latest diabetes management practices and integrate them into educational programs.
• Documentation: Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records, including education provided, patient progress, and care plans. Ensure compliance with clinic policies and regulatory requirements.
• Perform pre-procedure phone calls for appointments.
• Triage patient concerns via telephone and inbox messages using established protocols by documenting all encounters with EMR.
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Your qualifications should include:
• Bachelor's degree in nursing or master's degree in nursing
• Three to five years related experience. (Endocrinology or Internal Medicine Outpatient preferred)
• Current California Registered Nurse license
• Current BLS certification from American Heart Association
City of Hope employees pay is based on the following criteria: work experience, qualifications, and work location.