Diabetes Care & Education Specialist (RN/RDN)

HealthPartners; Minnesota; On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

HealthPartners is seeking a Diabetes Care and Education Specialist to join Park Nicollet. The DCES is a Registered Nurse or Registered Dietitian with advanced knowledge in diabetes care, providing education, direct care, and support across the lifespan to help patients reach personalized goals.

This role emphasizes self-management, collaboration with the care team, and adherence to standards and confidentiality.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in nursing or nutrition with 2 years of diabetes care and education experience.
• Associate’s degree in nursing with 4 years of diabetes care and education experience.
• Current Registered Nurse license in MN or WI; must obtain second license within 30 days and maintain both.
• CDR dietetic registration; or current CDCES certification within 24 months of hire.
• Current BLS certification for health professionals from AHA or Red Cross.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care, education, and support to individuals with diabetes.
• Collaborate with the care team to deliver integrated, person-centered care.
• Promote self-management and high-quality patient education.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and professional ethics.

Skills

Effective Communication

Clinical Judgment

Patient-Centered Service

Education & Engagement

Organization & Resilience

Technology Proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in nursing or nutrition and/or Dietetics

Associate’s degree in nursing

Job description

HealthPartners is seeking a Diabetes Care and Education Specialist to join Park Nicollet. The DCES is a Registered Nurse or Registered Dietitian with advanced knowledge in diabetes care, providing education, direct care, and support across the lifespan to help patients reach personalized goals.

This role emphasizes self-management, collaboration with the care team, and adherence to standards and confidentiality.