Adult Diabetes Educator RN

Advocate Health; Park Ridge (IL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Advocate Health in Park Ridge, IL seeks an experienced Diabetic Educator (RN) to lead diabetes self-management training for adult patients in inpatient and outpatient settings. The role involves assessing needs, developing individualized teaching plans, and coordinating follow-up with care teams.

You will work with physicians and staff to educate patients, families, and communities, providing ongoing support and ensuring adherence to diabetes management goals.

Qualifications

• Illinois RN license is required.
• Eligible for certification as Diabetes Educator.
• CPR certification required.
• Experience in diabetes education (adult and pediatric).
• Strong communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan, implement, and evaluate diabetes self-management training for inpatients, outpatients, families, and community.
• Collaborate with patients and families to establish learning goals and behavior change plans.
• Document outcomes and revise follow-up plans for patients and families.
• Participate in clinical evaluation of patient care.
• Support discharge planning and appropriate follow-up.
• Teach diabetes classes and provide follow-up education.
• Communicate recommendations to physicians and the multidisciplinary team.
• Serve as a resource to nursing staff and other departments.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Problem solving

Computer literacy

Clinical skills

RN license IL

Diabetes Educator cert eligible

CPR certified

Education

Associate degree in Nursing; BSN preferred

Job description

Advocate Health in Park Ridge, IL seeks an experienced Diabetic Educator (RN) to lead diabetes self-management training for adult patients in inpatient and outpatient settings. The role involves assessing needs, developing individualized teaching plans, and coordinating follow-up with care teams.

You will work with physicians and staff to educate patients, families, and communities, providing ongoing support and ensuring adherence to diabetes management goals.