Scheduled Hours
40
Position Summary
Position is responsible for coordinating the care of patients within the Department of Pediatrics, Division of Endocrinology & Diabetes.
Job Description
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
- Provides direct patient care including assessment, planning and evaluation of patients.
- Completes health history on patients and conveys findings to physician. Documents all patient interactions appropriately within EHR system.
- Provides diabetes education to patients, families, and caregivers.
- Analyzes blood sugar trends and recommends dose/technology changes based on analysis.
- Develops and coordinates diabetes education material and programs.
- Functions as a diabetes education liaison to the community, caregivers and hospital partners.
- Provides phone consultation for prescription refills, sick calls, education and other patient concerns.
- Attends outpatient clinic sessions with providers to provide care, education and comprehensive assessment of patients.
- Coordinates patient care, orders diagnostic tests, conveys findings to physician, assists in coordinating patient appointments and assists with referral to outside sources.
- Allocates resources, i.e., home health, project concern, and durable medical equipment.
- Provides individual or small group education to initiate and coordinate diabetes care and diabetes equipment technology.
- Performs a variety of nursing administrative duties including compliance with environmental safety regulations, infection control standards, quality assurance, ADA standards and HIPAA regulations.
- Acts as a liaison and team member by facilitating communication and coordination of care between patients, families, and health team members.
- Educates patients and families about endocrinology and metabolism related information.
- Develops, maintains and provides education resources for the non-diabetic endocrine patient.
Marginal or Nonessential Functions
- Coordination and participation in community and patient care events.
- Other duties as assigned.
Preferred Qualifications
- Remains consistent with current practice in specialty of pediatrics and endocrinology/diabetes medicine.
- Ability to attend conferences to gain up to date knowledge on endocrine and diabetes.
Required Qualifications
- Graduate of an accredited nursing program with two years of nursing experience.
- Current RN licensure in the state of Missouri and/or Illinois, depending on location, in accordance with the Compact Act.
- Basic Life Support Certification or obtains certification within one month of employment. Online BLS certifications, those without a skills assessment component, are not sufficient to meet the BLS requirements.
Grade
S26
Salary Range
$59,600.00 - $103,600.00 / Annually
The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.
Questions
For frequently asked questions about the application process, please refer to our External Applicant FAQ .
Accommodation
If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation, please email [email protected] or call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at 314-935-1149 and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request.
Pre-Employment Screening
All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.
Benefits Statement
Personal
Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.
Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.
Want to Live Near Your Work and/or improve your commute? Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees. We also offer a forgivable home loan of up to $12,500 for closing costs and a down payment for homes in eligible neighborhoods.
WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.
Wellness
Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!
Family
We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? We’ve got you covered.
WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.
For policies, detailed benefits, and eligibility, please visit: https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits/
EEO/AA Statement
Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity and especially encourages applications by those from underrepresented groups. It is the University’s policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.
Diversity Statement
Washington University is dedicated to building a diverse community of individuals who are committed to contributing to an inclusive environment – fostering respect for all and welcoming individuals from diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. Individuals with a commitment to these values are encouraged to apply.
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