Registered Nurse - Diabetes Education Program

** Job Title
** Registered Nurse - Diabetes Education Program
** Agency
* * Texas A&M University Health Science Center
** Department
* * Coastal Bend Health Education Center
** Proposed Minimum Salary**$5,000.00 monthly
** Job Location
** Victoria, Texas
** Job Type
** Staff
* * Job Description
** Our Commitment Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & lived experiences. Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our core values which are:
Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service.  Who we areAs one of the fastest-growing academic health centers in the nation, Texas A&M Health encompasses five colleges and numerous centers and institutes working together to improve health through transformative education, innovative research and team-based health care delivery.  What we want

The Registered Nurse I supports the Diabetes Education Program. Performs initial and re-assessments for program participants (patients) and provides diabetes education and care instructions. Acts in accordance with Professional Nursing Standards.  What you need to know
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* Schedule:

** Ability to work beyond normal office hours and/or on weekends, if needed.  
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* Qualifications:

**** Required

Education and Experience:

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* * Successful completion of a Registered Nurse education program.  
** Required Licenses and

Certifications:

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* * Licensed as a Registered Nurse in the State of Texas. CPR certified.
* Valid State of Texas driver’s license.
* Licensure/certifications must be maintained for continued employment.  
** Required Special Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:*
* * Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.
* Ability to work with sensitive information and maintain confidentiality.
* Ability to use and manage an electronic medical/health records system.
* Knowledge of standard nursing procedures and techniques.
* Knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet applications.
* Knowledge of confidentiality laws and regulations.
* Strong written and communication skills.
* Strong interpersonal skills.
* Time management and organizational skills.  
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* Preferred Qualifications:

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* * Bilingual (English and Spanish).
** Responsibilities:
**** Diabetes Education/ Care Instructions*
* * Develops, maintains, and provides individualized diabetes self-education and support/care plans for program participants (patients) and monitors progress on a quarterly basis.
* Collaborates with referring providers and other healthcare professionals who are not part of the Diabetes Self-Management Education and Support (DSMES) service regarding education provided, education plans, and outcomes.
* Provides preventive education to the community and students.
* Documents and maintains class participants’ education records and health care needs.
* Maintains State Department of Health records as required.
* Travels to various education locations and assumes responsibility of assigned location(s).  
** Patient Assessments*
* * Performs comprehensive initial and quarterly reassessments of participant’s education and health care needs, including diabetes self-management knowledge, skills, and readiness for behavioral/lifestyle change.
* Collects biometric data, including blood pressure, heart rate, weight, BMI, body fat percentage, blood glucose, and hemoglobin A1c (HBA1c).
* Maintains and operates biometric equipment for initial and quarterly reassessments.
* Documents assessment and biometric data.  
** House Bill 984 Training/ Other*
* * Provides training to school personnel who are not licensed healthcare professionals in the care of elementary and secondary school students with diabetes.
* Participates in continuing education activities to maintain licensure/certification(s).
* May provide supervision for support staff.
* Performs other duties as assigned.  
** Why Texas A&M University?
** We are a prestigious university with strong traditions, Core Values, and a community of caring and collaboration.

* Medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, life and AD&D, flexible spending accounts, and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums
* 12-15 days of annual paid holidays
* Up to eight hours of paid sick leave and at least eight hours of paid vacation each month
* Automatic enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas
* Health and Wellness:
Free exercise programs and release time
* Professional…