Clinical Nurse - Diabetes Self - Management Nurse Educator (Open & Promotional)

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Clinical Nurse - Diabetes Self - Management Nurse Educator (Open & Promotional)

Salary

$157,955.20 - $186,680.00 Annually

Location

San Mateo, CA

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

F011BE

Department

San Mateo Medical Center

Opening Date

04/15/2024

Closing Date

4/29/2024 11:59 PM Pacific

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Description

San Mateo Medical Center (SMMC) , part of San Mateo County Health, is seeking a qualified and experienced Diabetes Nurse Educator for its Innovative Care Clinic's (ICC), Diabetes Self-Management Education. The Innovative Care Clinic (ICC) is a fully functional adult care clinic providing an interdisciplinary and integrated model of care emphasizing collaboration across professional roles. The Diabetes Nurse Educator will also serve the Ron Robinson Senior Care Center, Coastside, and Mental Health Primary Care clinics.

The Diabetes Nurse Educator functions as a patient educator collaborating with patients with a diagnosis of diabetes to educate them on areas such as weight management, food intake, medications and the proper usage of a glucometer. The goal is to assist patients with high A1C to lower their numbers to be within normal range. The Diabetes Nurse Educator will follow the American Diabetes Association guidelines for Diabetes Self-Management Education (DSME). The educator is responsible for submitting regular data to the ADA to retain SMMC's certification. The educator will lead a team of diabetes educators across the SMMC system by conducting regular meetings to discuss any updates on DSME.

The ideal candidate has at least one year of experience in ambulatory care setting addressing chronic disease management; is skilled in patient diabetes self-management education, triage, and assessment; has worked with the underserved population and on interdisciplinary teams. The ideal candidate is also a critical thinker, fast learner and thrives in a dynamic environment. Computer literacy, prior experience with electronic medical records (E-Clinical Works and/or EPIC preferred). Experience in data tracking/management is highly desirable. Bilingual in Spanish and English is preferred.

Additionally desired Skills/Abilities/Knowledge:

• Certified Diabetic Educator Certification (preferred but not required)

• Proficiency in using Excel in order to track key data for ongoing certification with the American Diabetes Association.

• An individual assessment and education plan developed collaboratively by the individual and educator(s) to direct the selection of appropriate educational interventions and self-management support strategies.

• Educational interventions directed toward helping the individual achieve self-management goals.

• Able to conduct one to one and group educational classes.

• Periodic evaluations to determine attainment of educational objectives.

• Documentation of the patient interaction and education plan, as well as any need for follow-up visits.

• Ability to communicate effectively to patients in regard to nutrition, diet, and exercise to improve their overall health and quality of life.

NOTE: The eligible list generated from this recruitment may be used to fill future extra-help, term, unclassified, and regular classified vacancies.

Examples Of Duties

Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Identify problem situations or patient care issues; analyze, interpret, advise and consult with primary care providers to provide high quality, contemporary care.

• Interpret and modify the system of patient care delivered by evaluating and reviewing standard practices and initiating new procedures.

• Provide consultation and guidance to all levels of the nursing staff pertinent to patient care problems within the field of specialty.

• Advise the nursing staff in the establishment and maintenance of records of treatments given and the related progress of each patient for the purpose of analyzing patterns, synthesizing actions and evaluating patient care plans.

• Resolve unusual or unique patient care problems or situations, which require analytical, interpretative and constructive thinking.

• Formulate and develop plans, procedures and program content designed to meet specifically identified training/educational needs of patients.

• Formulate, and/or collaborate with nursing leadership to evaluate the DSME Program for any needed updates.

• Present data and/or other DSME related updates in professional meetings.

• Evaluate patient-facing literature and resources to affirm they are meeting language needs and cultural competence.

• Serve as role model and resource person for staff and members of the interdisciplinary team.

• Perform related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Licensure/Certification:

• A California license as a Registered Nurse.

• Possession and maintenance of BLS certification.

Education and Experience:

• Associate Degree in Nursing with two years clinical experience including one year in a clinical specialty area, or

• Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing or a health-related field with one year of clinical experience including six months in a clinical specialty area, or

• Master's degree in Nursing.

• Must have knowledge of and verifiable experience in adult education curriculum development, program evaluation, and evidence-based and best practice implementation.

Knowledge of:

• Advanced principles and practices in specialty areas.

• Nurse Practice Act.

• Current nursing and related medical theory and skills necessary to administer nursing care within assigned clinical setting.

• Safety and infection control practices.

• Clinical systems, supplies and equipment.

• Modern principles, techniques, and procedures of nursing.

• Medical terminology.

• Use and maintenance of medical instruments and equipment.

• Use and effects of medicines.

• Public health principles

• Health promotion and disease prevention.

• Medical research principles and practices.

• Principles of training and education.

• Lean principles and methodologies.

• Data abstraction and utilization.

• Basic statistics for reporting purposes.

• Report writing.

• Regulatory and accreditation requirements for assigned area.

Skill/Ability to:

• Provide leadership and direction to multi-disciplinary medical teams.

• Give direction to staff.

• Evaluate the work of others.

• Develop and present training and continuing education programs.

• Design, evaluate, construct and modify research models; carry out research and present findings.

• Perform the full range of nursing duties and responsibilities.

• Prepare clear and concise medical record documentation.

• Write articles for publication on areas of specialty.

• Identify problems or discrepancies and make suggestions for corrective actions.

• Teach and orient staff.

• Establish and maintain effective working relationship with patients and staff members.

• Communicate effectively.

Application/Examination

Open & Promotional. Anyone may apply. Current County of San Mateo and County of San Mateo Superior Court of California employees with at least six months (1040 hours) of continuous service in a classified regular, probationary, Confidential and Management extra-help/limited term, and SEIU or AFSCME represented extra help/limited term positions prior to the final filing date will receive five points added to their final passing score on this examination.

The examination will consist of an interview (weight: 100%). Depending on the number of applicants an application appraisal of education and experience may be used in place of other examinations or a screening committee may select those applicants whose education and/or experience appear to best meet the needs of the position based solely on the information provided in the application materials. Because of this screening process, all applicants meeting the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination. All examinations will be given in San Mateo County, California, and applicants must participate at their own expense.

IMPORTANT: Applications for this position will only be accepted online. If you are currently on the County's website, you may click the "Apply" button above or below. If you are not on the County's website, please go to https://jobs.smcgov.org/ to apply. Responses to the supplemental questions must be submitted in addition to our regular employment application form. A resume will not be accepted as a substitute for the required employment application and supplemental questionnaire. Online applications must be received by the Human Resources Department before midnight on the final filing date.

TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE

Final Filing Date: April 29, 2024, at 11:59 p.m. PST

Application Screening: May 2, 2024

Combined Panel/Department Interviews: May 14, 2024

San Mateo County is centrally located between San Francisco, San Jose, and the East Bay. With over 750,000 residents, San Mateo is one of the largest and most diverse counties in California and serves a multitude of culturally, ethnically and linguistically diverse communities. The County of San Mateo is committed to advancing equity in order to ensure that all employees are welcomed in a safe and inclusive environment. The County seeks to hire, support, and retain employees who reflect our diverse community. We encourage applicants with diverse backgrounds and lived experiences to apply. Eighty percent of employees surveyed stated that they would recommend the County as a great place to work.

County of San Mateo is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering diversity, equity and inclusion at all levels.

Analyst: Carolyn Burns (040224) (Clinical Nurse F011)

Please visit https://www.smcgov.org/media/100166/download?inline= for a complete listing of all benefits for this classification.

Benefits are offered to eligible employees of the County of San Mateo. All benefits are subject to change.

NOTE: Employees hired on or after January 1, 2013 may be subject to new Pension Reform retirement laws.

As an additional benefit, the County offers extensive training and development programs designed to improve skills and enhance career opportunities. Most programs are offered on County time at no cost to you.

County employees are also covered by the federal Social Security system and earn benefits for retirement based on salary and time worked.

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IMPORTANT: Applicants for this position are required to submit responses to the following supplemental questions. Your responses will give us additional information about your background and experience related to this position and will be used in the selection process. Be concise and specific. Neatness, clarity of expression, grammar, spelling and ability to follow instructions will be considered in the evaluation process. A resume will not be accepted as a substitute for your responses.

• Proceed to supplemental questions.

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  Possession of a current California license as a Registered Nurse is required to qualify for this recruitment. Do you possess a current California license as a Registered Nurse? (Please include your license number on the Certificates & Licenses section of the application. A "No" answer will disqualify you from this recruitment.)

• Yes

• No

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  Possession of a current and valid Basic Life Support Certificate (BLS) issued by the American Heart Association is required to qualify for this recruitment. Do you possess a current Basic Life Support Certificate? Please include information on the Certificates & Licenses section of the application. A "No" answer will disqualify you from this recruitment.))

• Yes

• No

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  The ideal candidate is a health professional who possesses comprehensive knowledge of and experience in pre-diabetes, diabetes prevention and management. Are you a Certified Diabetes Educator?

• Yes

• No

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  Describe your experience in educating patients either in a one on one or group setting.

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  Describe your experience using excel to analyze data using v-look up and pivot tables.

  Required Question

Agency

County of San Mateo

Address

County of San Mateo Human Resources Department 455 County Center Redwood City, California, 94063-1663

Phone

(650) 363-4343

Website

https://jobs.smcgov.org

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