Diabetes Clinical Nurse Educator (CDCES) - Education

UChicago Medicine; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Part time

Job summary

UChicago Medicine is hiring a Clinical Nurse Educator – Diabetes to support its inpatient diabetes education program. This role involves assessing educational needs, delivering patient education, and developing staff training initiatives.

Qualified candidates must have a BSN, current Illinois RN license, and a CDCES credential, along with significant clinical nursing experience. This position offers opportunities to improve patient outcomes and engage with multidisciplinary teams.

Qualifications

• Minimum three years of clinical nursing experience, preferably in acute care.
• Strong knowledge of pediatric and adult diabetes management.
• Ability to educate patients from diverse backgrounds.

Responsibilities

• Assesses educational needs of diabetes patients and families.
• Develops and implements educational programs for staff.
• Evaluates effectiveness of educational programs.

Skills

Patient education principles

Communication skills

Critical thinking

Problem-solving skills

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)

Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (CDCES)

Job description

UChicago Medicine is hiring a Clinical Nurse Educator – Diabetes to support its inpatient diabetes education program. This role involves assessing educational needs, delivering patient education, and developing staff training initiatives.

Qualified candidates must have a BSN, current Illinois RN license, and a CDCES credential, along with significant clinical nursing experience. This position offers opportunities to improve patient outcomes and engage with multidisciplinary teams.