The Outpatient Endocrine Nurse Specialist will provide comprehensive nursing care and education to patients with endocrine disorders, focusing on diabetes self-management education, hormone injections, and managing prior authorizations and prescription refills. The nurse will also triage patient calls related to various endocrine disorders, ensuring effective communication and coordination of care. As the practice sees patients with Gender Dysphoria, the position includes care for, and education of all patients seen by the division. 

 

Key Responsibilities:

Diabetes Self-Management Education: Conduct individual and group education sessions for patients and their families on managing diabetes. Develop personalized care plans to promote effective diabetes management, including lifestyle modifications and medication adherence. Monitor patient progress and adjust education plans as necessary to achieve optimal glycemic control. Endocrine Care: Therapeutic and Diagnostic injections. Educate patients on the effects and management of hormone therapy, ensuring informed consent and understanding. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to provide holistic care for all Endocrine patients. Prior Authorizations and Prescription Refills: Manage and process prior authorizations for medications and treatments, ensuring timely approval and delivery. Coordinate with pharmacies and insurance companies to resolve any issues related to medication access. Handle prescription refill requests efficiently, maintaining accurate records and communication with prescribers. Triage and Patient Communication: Triage patient calls, assessing the urgency of symptoms related to multiple endocrine disorders, including thyroid, pituitary, and adrenal conditions. Provide clear and compassionate communication, offering guidance and advice as needed. Coordinate follow-up care and appointments based on triage assessments. Collaboration and Professional Development: Work collaboratively with endocrinologists, dietitians, social workers, and other healthcare professionals to deliver comprehensive care. Stay current with the latest developments in endocrine nursing and participate in continuing education opportunities.  Contribute to the development and improvement of clinic protocols and patient education materials.