Job Description

Job Number: J0123-0025

Job Title: Registered Nurse Certified Diabetes Educator - Adult Diabetes Education Centre

Department: Diabetes Education Centre

Job Type: Permanent Part Time Job Share

Job Category: Nursing

Union: ONA

Open Positions: 1

Date Posted: January 5, 2023

Closing Date: January 11, 2023

Salary: $34.24 - $49.59/Hour


Hours of Work:
All Shifts

Orillia Soldiers\xe2\x80\x99 Memorial Hospital (OSMH) is located in the City of Orillia - a beautiful community nestled along the shores of Lake Simcoe and Lake Couchiching. Orillia offers an environment where a health work/life balance is easy to achieve as exceptional urban amenities, natural resources, points of interest, and recreational opportunities abound.

People have always been OSMH\xe2\x80\x99s greatest strength. Our committed team has helped our community for over a century. We offer an environment where each individual works interdependently towards common goals: we value Trust, Courage and Teamwork. We are an organization where individuals\xe2\x80\x99 contributions are valued and there are many opportunities for personal growth and development.
Position Summary As a member of the interdisciplinary team at the Adult Diabetes Education Centre (ADEC) the Diabetes Nurse Educator will provide diabetes education for the prevention and management of diabetes, as per current practice guidelines. Clients include inpatients and outpatients referred to the ADEC with prediabetes, type 1 and type 2 diabetes, impaired glucose tolerance of pregnancy (IGTP) and gestational diabetes, their family members and/or support workers as well as physicians and allied health professionals. The ADEC educators collaborate with the Paediatric Diabetes Education Centre (PDEC) team to coordinate the transition of patients to the ADEC.

Primary work locations will be based out of Orillia and Gravenhurst, however, other locations include surrounding first nations communities and community partner locations across the North Simcoe Muskoka LHIN. The ADEC partners with other chronic disease clinics including Heart Function Clinics and the Regional Renal Program.

The Diabetes Nurse Educator will act as a consultant for the ADEC and will participate in the overall coordination and planning of the program, as per mission, vision, values, goals and objectives of Orillia Soldiers\xe2\x80\x99 Memorial Hospital (OSMH). She/he will also act as a resource for OSMH and regional community partners.
Qualifications

• Current Registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario required.
• Bachelors Degree in Nursing preferred.
• Current BCLS required.
• Certified Diabetes Educator (CDE) status preferred.
• Physical Assessment certification preferred.
• Membership in the Diabetes Educators Section of the Canadian Diabetes Association preferred.
• Minimum 2 years Medical/Surgical nursing experience preferred.
• Nephrology nursing experience preferred.
• Experience with diabetes education preferred.
• Experience with adult group education, presentation and public speaking preferred.
• Demonstrated knowledge of chronic disease prevention and management.
• Knowledge of insulin therapy, to include MDI and CSII. Will be required to obtain and maintain insulin adjustment competency and medication dispensing certification requirements.
• Demonstrated computer literacy with some advanced computer skills.
• Demonstrated strong communication skills in English, both written and verbal.
• Demonstrated ability to organize, prioritize and multi task efficiently.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality and work in a highly professional manner.
• Demonstrated ability to educate, facilitate and present information clearly and precisely.
• Demonstrated ability to work both independently and in a team environment.
• Demonstrates commitment to professional and personal growth and development through continuing education programs.
• Satisfactory work performance and attendance record required
• The successful candidate will have a proven commitment to professional development as well as to the Mission and Vision of the Hospital. Demonstrates proficiency in written and verbal communications skills.

Our Employees Enjoy

• a professional practice environment
• a collaborative atmosphere with emphasis on teamwork
• wellness initiatives
• continuing education grants
• employee recognition and assistance programs
• a competitive salary and benefits package
• equal opportunities for growth and development

Employment Equity OSMH is committed to diversity and equity in the workplace and welcomes applications from all qualified individuals, including women, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ2S persons and others who may contribute to a diverse workplace.
Accomodation in the Workplace Orillia Soldiers\xe2\x80\x99 Memorial Hospital is a respectful, caring, and inclusive workplace. We are committed to championing accessibility, diversity, equal opportunity and maintaining a barrier-free selection process for job applicants. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process providing the applicant has met the requirements for the open position. Applicants need to make their requirements known to the Human Resources department when contacted. All requests are handled confidentially.
Health & Safety Responsibilities OSMH is committed to providing a safe, healthy and supportive working environment by treating team members and patients with compassion accountability respect and engagement.

All team members must adhere to OSMH\xe2\x80\x99s Occupational Health and Safety policies, procedures and protocols, as well as the duties of workers as stipulated in the Occupational Health and Safety Act.

Team members must be able to perform all bona fide and essential duties of the position which may include cognitive and physical demands.

As a condition of employment, new employees are required to complete an employment health assessment and must be cleared by the Occupational Health and Safety Team prior to orientation.

As a condition of employment, you are required to submit proof of COVID-19 vaccination to the Hospital\'s Occupational Health and Safety department.
OSMH is a minimal fragrance workplace. We kindly ask all applicants to refrain from using scented products should they have the occasion to interview with the hospital. As a condition of employment OSMH requires professional references, verification of academic training, professional accreditation and evidence of course completion. It is also a condition of employment that all new employees will be required to present an original vulnerable sector check within 90 days of commencing employment and must sign an Offense Declaration upon receipt of an offer of employment.

If you are interested in joining our team, please apply online before 11:59 pm on the posting close date. Incomplete submissions will not be considered. We thank all applicants, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
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