Work within the scope of a Registered Nurse (RN) and Certified Diabetes Educator (CDE) to assess, plan and implement diabetes and chronic disease related self-management. Work collaboratively with Diabetes Wellness Team (DWT) members as required. Contribute to a shared care model. Work with relative autonomy utilizing medical directives specific to the DWT. Provide self-management education to clients, families and communities. Duties:

1.Provide diabetes self-management education

Providing education for individuals, family, community health promotion and chronic illness prevention 2.Implement and monitor client care plans

Complete health assessments, plan, implementation, and evaluation of individual care plans to promote self-management of diabetes and chronic illness Work alongside the DWT Registered Dietitian to provide a comprehensive health assessment Review lab values related to chronic disease management

Complete medication reconciliations and provide education with respect to mechanism of action and physiological response Provide best practice medication recommendations Collaborate with health care providers and clients to ensure that appropriate management, referral and responses to enquiries are provided

3.Perform administrative duties in support of the organization’s goals and objectives

Prepare statistical reports for reporting and evaluation purposes Participate in and promote the interdisciplinary provider model Assist with the development, implementation, and evaluation of diabetes education and treatment services





Maintain inventory of supplies and place orders to refill inventory as required Analyze information from individual clients to identify broader implications for health within the communities Assist with the development and evaluation of policies, protocols, procedures, and advanced directives to improve client care and/or to promote efficient utilization of resources

Provide consultation services to community groups, agencies, and health center employees 4.Perform other duties as assigned

Engage in professional development to maintain current skills and knowledge regarding the scope of the position Assist in the development and implementation of the organization’s quality improvement initiatives Network with partner agencies to improve practices, enhance services and move forward shared initiatives relevant to the position Requirements:

Mandatory

Completion of a Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree Registration in good standing with the College Nurses of Ontario (CNO) One to three years' experience working in clinical and/or community One to three years' experience delivering diabetes education is an asset

Certified Diabetes Education (CDE)



with the Canadian Diabetes Educators Certification Board or be eligible to write and successfully pass the Certification exam and/or working towards completion of the Certificate of Diabetes Education program Valid Class G driver's license and access to a vehicle Clear Vulnerable Sector Check

Current CPR Level C and First Aid Certification Preferred

Membership with Registered Nurses Association of Ontario (RNAO) Advanced Nursing Foot Care Certification Venipuncture Experience working in a community diabetes wellness program Experience working in Indigenous communities Experience working within an electronic medical record system Knowledge

Strong knowledge of diabetes management and risk reduction Knowledge of the Indigenous communities of Manitoulin Island Knowledge of the service providers within the Manitoulin Island catchment area Knowledge of Indigenous health issues Understanding and sensitivity for the Anishinaabe culture Skills

Skilled in interactive teaching techniques for groups Excellent verbal and written communication skills Skilled in the assessment of clients' physical and emotional needs is essential Strong time management skills Skilled in interpersonal relations Proficient in Microsoft Office Ability

Robust ability to provide effective group facilitation Strong ability to prioritize, plan, organize and schedule Ability to work with minimal supervision Ability to speak Anishinaabemowin is an asset Work Conditions

Potential exposure to biohazards and infectious diseases Frequent long-distance travel required Frequent sitting required

📌 RN - Diabetes Wellness Team (Winnipeg)
🏢 Noojmowin Teg
📍 Winnipeg