Diabetes Education Nurse Educator – Inpatient

University of Chicago Medicine; Illinois; On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Part time

Job summary

University of Chicago Medicine seeks a Clinical Nurse Educator - Diabetes (CNE-D) to advance inpatient diabetes education for both adult and pediatric patients. This role collaborates with nursing leadership and interdisciplinary teams to deliver evidence-based diabetes care across settings.

The CNE-D provides insulin, CGM, and pump therapy education, while developing staff through mentorship, coaching, and evidence-based practice. Strong leadership and teaching skills are essential.

Qualifications

• BSN and IL RN license required.
• CDCES credential required.
• 3+ years of acute care nursing experience.
• Strong knowledge of pediatric and adult diabetes management including insulin pump therapy.
• Experience with diabetes technologies and education.
• Excellent patient education and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Assess educational needs of pediatric and adult diabetes patients and families.
• Provide individualized diabetes self-management education (insulin, CGM, pump education).
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams for discharge planning and continuity of care.
• Develop and implement educational programs and competency-based learning activities.
• Lead staff education, mentorship, and professional development in diabetes care.
• Promote quality improvement, patient safety, and standardization in diabetes management.

Skills

CDCES

BSN

IL RN license

Diabetes management

Insulin pump therapy

Diabetes education

Education

BSN degree

MS in Nursing (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

University of Chicago Medicine seeks a Clinical Nurse Educator - Diabetes (CNE-D) to advance inpatient diabetes education for both adult and pediatric patients. This role collaborates with nursing leadership and interdisciplinary teams to deliver evidence-based diabetes care across settings.

The CNE-D provides insulin, CGM, and pump therapy education, while developing staff through mentorship, coaching, and evidence-based practice. Strong leadership and teaching skills are essential.