Diabetes Education Specialist

Reem Hospital; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 134,000 - 246,000; Full time

Job summary

Reem Hospital in the United Arab Emirates is seeking a Diabetes Educator to develop and deliver educational programs that help patients understand and manage their condition effectively.

You will conduct individual and group sessions on nutrition, medications, and lifestyle, collaborate with the care team, tailor materials to learning needs, and document outcomes to support ongoing self-management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Nursing, Nutrition, or a related field.
• CDE certification preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in diabetes education.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of the latest advancements in diabetes care and management.
• Ability to tailor educational approaches to meet individual patient needs.

Responsibilities

• Conduct one-on-one or group sessions to educate patients on diabetes management, including nutrition, medication, and lifestyle factors.
• Collaborate with healthcare providers to develop individualized care plans for patients with diabetes.
• Assess patients' learning needs and provide tailored educational materials.
• Facilitate support groups and workshops to enhance diabetes awareness and self-management skills.
• Stay current with advancements in diabetes care and education to ensure the delivery of up-to-date information.
• Work closely with the multidisciplinary healthcare team to coordinate comprehensive diabetes care.
• Provide ongoing support and follow-up to ensure patients are successfully implementing diabetes management strategies.
• Document patient interactions and maintain accurate records.

Skills

Diabetes education

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Nursing, Nutrition, or related field

Job description

Reem Hospital in the United Arab Emirates is seeking a Diabetes Educator to develop and deliver educational programs that help patients understand and manage their condition effectively.

You will conduct individual and group sessions on nutrition, medications, and lifestyle, collaborate with the care team, tailor materials to learning needs, and document outcomes to support ongoing self-management.