EXCEPTIONAL CARE–EXCEPTIONAL PEOPLE

The Brant Community Healthcare System is a two site Community Hospital located in Brantford and Paris, Ontario.

• The Brantford General is an acute care hospital
• The Willett in Paris is an urgent care centre and transitional beds

By choosing to work at Brant Community Healthcare System (BCHS), you are joining an organization with more than 130 years of making a positive difference in the lives of the people we serve throughout our communities. We value Care, Accountability, Respect and Equity, and we are working together to build a healthier community!

POSITION SUMMARY

Reporting to the Manager of Dialysis, Diabetes Education, OPNC and Paediatrics, the successful applicant will be responsible for the provision of Diabetes education to the patient in the Diabetes Education program. This will include assessment of patient’s educational needs, implementation of the education in the most appropriate format and evaluation of the effectiveness of the education. The successful applicant will work as a member of the Diabetes education team.

MANDATORY QUALIFICATIONS

• At least 2 years recent experience working in Diabetes Education Clinic setting
• Graduate of a University Nursing Program (BScN)
• Current Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification
• Registration (in good standing) with the College of Nurses of Ontario

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

• Certification in Diabetes Education preferred or actively pursuing Certified Diabetes Educator (CDE) Designation
• Certification in Insulin Pumps or actively pursuing

Safety (patient, worker & workplace) is a BCHS Corporate Priority. The successful applicant will demonstrate good stewardship in the identification, reporting and mitigation of unsafe acts or conditions.