Diabetes Education Specialist - DSME & ADA Programs

UKH University of Kansas Hospital Authority; United States; On-site; USD 39,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Kansas Health System seeks a Certified Diabetes Educator to advance diabetes education programs and collaborate with clinicians across the care team. The role emphasizes structured DSME, nutrition education, and ADA accreditation support.

The position focuses on day-to-day teaching in clinic settings, coordinating group classes, and leading quality improvement initiatives. A bachelor’s degree and clinical diabetes/nutrition experience are required, with licensure and CDE

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing, Dietetics‑Nutrition, or a biological science from an accredited college or university.
• High School Diploma.
• 2+ years of clinical experience in diabetes and/or nutrition education.
• Master’s degree in an appropriate field from an accredited college or university.
• 2+ years of clinical experience in an ADA or AADE accredited program.
• CDE certification (NCBDE) required within 12 months of hire.
• Licensed Registered Nurse (RN) or Registered Dietitian (RD) licensure in state of practice.
• Basic Life Support Heartsaver (BLS HS) certification.
• Time Type: Full time (note: job details indicate part-time days)

Responsibilities

• Be available in clinic most days of the week for additional one‑on‑one teaching.
• Conduct DSME and/or nutrition clinics 4 days per week.
• Coordinate, manage, and teach group diabetes education class.
• Coordinate/implement other external events as appropriate.
• Create and implement an annual Diabetes Day event.
• Create and implement CQI projects for ADA recognition.
• Assist the Education Coordinator with ADA recognition.
• Help with coordination and teaching of other classes.
• Work with vendors for samples and updates.
• Collaborate with administrative staff on scheduling and other matters.

Skills

Diabetes education

Patient education

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Nursing, Dietetics‑Nutrition, or biological science

High School Diploma

2+ years clinical experience in diabetes and/or nutrition education

Master’s degree in Nursing, Dietetics‑Nutrition, or biological science

CDE certification (NCBDE)

RN licensure (Single State)

RD licensure (CDR)

BLS Heartsaver certification

Job description

The University of Kansas Health System seeks a Certified Diabetes Educator to advance diabetes education programs and collaborate with clinicians across the care team. The role emphasizes structured DSME, nutrition education, and ADA accreditation support.

The position focuses on day-to-day teaching in clinic settings, coordinating group classes, and leading quality improvement initiatives. A bachelor’s degree and clinical diabetes/nutrition experience are required, with licensure and CDE