Job Summary The Clinical Nurse Educator (CNE) 4 located in the endocrinology department within the HBC Internal Medicine Specialties clinic provides organizational oversight for patient education designed to support the accomplishments of departmental and institutional goals. The role of this position is to provide expert nursing care, consultation, quality improvement activities and education to patients with diabetes. This role also provides enterprise wide evaluation of quality measures, serves on strategic committees, provides support for policy development and supports the out patient internal medicine team. The CNE 4 collaborates with multiple disciplines sharing the most current knowledge and utilizing sound research for the planning and coordination of nursing care for a specific caseload of complex patients. Acts as an expert resource person for health care providers including nurse, residents, and other ancillary staff.

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Apply By Date

June 24, 2024 by 11:59 pm; Interviews may occur at any time.

Minimum Qualifications

• Active Registered Nurse licensure in the State of California
• Certified Diabetes Care and Educational Specialist (CDCES)
• Board Certification in Advanced Diabetes Management (BC-ADM)
• Bachelor's degree in Nursing
• Two (2) years recent clinical experience in the specialty area.
• Knowledge and understanding of insulin pumps, continuous glucose monitoring and semi-closed loop systems.
• Advanced knowledge of developing and delivering clinical nursing or health related education and training material for orientation, class training and skill/competency learning and leadership development.
• Advanced interpersonal skills to participate in the development and delivery of new education and training programs and to develop positive working relationships with nursing, health staff, and leadership.
• Advanced organizational and project management skill to lead a team, prioritize tasks, and see projects through from inception to completion on schedule.
• Advanced skills in written and verbal communications to convey complex clinical, technical, and education/training information in a clear and concise manner, and to produce high-quality reports, documentation, and presentations.
• The flexibility to orient and work at all UC Davis Health Ambulatory locations.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Self-direction and organizational skills to function in and independent role.
• Ability to apply relevant theories and concepts to clinical practice.
• Ability to work flexible hours.
• Ability to cope with personal stress experienced by team members. other professionals, and caretakers.
• Judgment skills to effectively meet the needs of patients.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in Nursing
• Three (3) years or greater clinical experience in care of diabetic patients desired.
• Recent acute care experience highly desirable.

Key Responsibilities

• 35% - Clinical Practice
• 25% - Consultation
• 20% - Education
• 10% - Quality Improvement
• 5% - Research
• 5% - PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT/LEADERSHIP

Department Overview

The Internal Medicine Specialty Clinic takes immense pride in being one of the country's most productive and dynamic centers of academic medicine as well as one of the largest clinical specialty departments at UC Davis Health. The Internal Medicine Specialty Clinic at the Ellison Ambulatory Care Center houses Endocrinology, Infectious Disease, Nephrology, Rheumatology, and Allergy. Our physicians have advanced medical training, extensive clinical and research experience, and technological expertise to treat patients within their specialty discipline. Multidisciplinary teams from a variety of divisions interact across UC Davis Health through a singular Electronic Medical Record platform to provide comprehensive care and collaborate on innovative research to provide world class care. Our physicians and staff are dedicated to the compassionate practice of medicine and a continuum of care that seamless extends beyond primary care through the specialties. The clinic also has dedicated Registered Nurses, Registered Dieticians, and Pharmacists to assist with patient's clinical needs.
The department of Endocrinology has a vast understanding of treatment modalities for endocrine conditions such as Diabetes myelitis, Thyroid disease, Adrenal gland disease, hypogonadism, Osteoporosis, and PCOS. Our providers utilize current research and Evidence-Based Practice to manage insulin therapy (types, administration techniques, pumps, CGM's), oral medications, growth hormone therapy, and gender-affirming care. There are also subspecialty clinics within Endocrinology to meet the unique clinical needs of our patients. In addition, our physicians and clinical staff can perform Thyroid aspirations in office for patient convenience.

POSITION INFORMATION

• Salary or Pay Range: $8,625.00 - $18,041.67
• Salary Frequency: Monthly
• Salary Grade: Grade 26
• UC Job Title: CLIN NURSE EDUC 4
• Number of Positions: 1
• Appointment Type: Staff: Career
• Percentage of Time: 100%
• Shift Hours: 8am-5pm, Monday through Friday
• Location: Ellison Ambulatory Care Center
• Union Representation: 99 - Non-Represented (PPSM)
• Benefits Eligible: Yes
• Hybrid/Remote/Onsite: This position is hybrid (mix of on-site and remote work)
• CT Job Level: Advanced
• CT Job Family: Nursing

Benefits

Outstanding benefits and perks are among the many rewards of working for the University of California. UC Davis offers a full range of benefits, resources and programs to help you bring your best self to work, as well as to help you and your family achieve your health, wellness, financial and career goals. Learn more about the benefits below and eligibility rules by visiting either our handy Benefits Summary for UC Davis Health Employees or Benefits Summary for UC Davis Employees and our Benefits Page.

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• High quality and low-cost medical plans to choose from to fit your family's needs
• UC pays for Dental and Vision insurance premiums for you and your family
• Extensive leave benefits including Pregnancy and Parental Leave, Family & Medical Leave
• Paid Holidays annually as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
• Paid Time Off/Vacation/Sick Time as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
• Continuing Education (CE) allowance and Education Reimbursement Program as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
• Access to free professional development courses and learning opportunities for personal and professional growth
• WorkLife and Wellness programs and resources
• On-site Employee Assistance Program including access to free mental health services
• Supplemental insurance offered including additional life, short/long term disability, pet insurance and legal coverage
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSFL) Qualified Employer & Student Loan Repayment Assistance Program for qualified roles
• Retirement benefit options for eligible roles including Pension and other Retirement Saving Plans. More information on our retirement benefits can be found here
• UC Davis cares about building a community, which is why we provide resources to enhance diversity, equity and inclusion as well as Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) to support our staff

Physical Demands

• Standing - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Walking - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Sitting - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Lifting/Carrying 0-25 Lbs - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Pushing/Pulling 0-25 Lbs - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Pushing/Pulling 26-50 lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Pushing/Pulling over 50 lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Bending/Stooping - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Squatting/Kneeling - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Twisting - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Climbing (e.g., stairs or ladders) - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Reaching overhead - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Keyboard use/repetitive motion - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours

Environmental Demands

• Loud noise levels - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Uneven Surfaces or Elevations - Occasional Up to 3 Hours

Mental Demands

• Sustained attention and concentration - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Complex problem solving/reasoning - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Ability to organize & prioritize - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Communication skills - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Numerical skills - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Constant Interaction - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Customer/Patient Contact - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Multiple Concurrent Tasks - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours

Special Requirements

• This is a critical position, as defined by UC policy and local procedures, and as such, employment is contingent upon successful completion of background check(s), including but not limited to criminal record history background check(s)
• This position is designated as a mandated reporter under CANRA and UC policy, and employment is contingent on compliance with applicable policies, procedures and training requirements

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging

At UC Davis, we're solving life's most urgent challenges to bring a fuller, healthier, and more resilient world within reach. We grow from every challenge we take on and we don't just maintain - we improve. We recognize that creating an inclusive and intellectually vibrant organization means understanding and valuing both our individual differences and our common ground. The most comprehensive solutions come from the most diverse minds and you belong here. As you consider joining UC Davis, please explore our Principles of Community, our Clinical Strategic Plan and strategic vision for research and education, and our latest efforts to outgrow the expected. The University of California, Davis is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status.

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