Diabetes Education Specialist — DSME & Programs

University of Kansas Health System; Kansas City (KS); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Kansas Health System in Kansas City is seeking a Certified Diabetes Educator to deliver diabetes self-management education and nutrition counseling. You will support ADA accreditation efforts and contribute to program development within the Medical Pavilion.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree and 2+ years of clinical diabetes or nutrition education; CDE certification within 12 months of hire is preferred. This is a full-time daytime position.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in nursing, dietetics or biological sciences from an accredited college/university.
• 2+ years of clinical diabetes or nutrition education experience.
• CDE certification within 12 months of hire (required licensure/certification).
• RN or RD licensure in state of practice, per required licensure section.
• BLS Heartsaver certification.

Responsibilities

• Be available in clinic most days for one-on-one teaching (insulin pen use, glucometers).
• Conduct DSME and/or nutrition clinics 4 days per week.
• Coordinate, manage and teach group diabetes education classes.
• Coordinate/implement external events and Diabetes Day activities.
• Assist with ADA recognition maintenance and CQI projects.
• Collaborate with staff on scheduling and vendor communications.

Skills

Communication skills

Patient education

Clinical diabetes education

Program development

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing, Dietetics-Nutrition, or biological sciences

High School Diploma

Master's Degree preferred

Job description

University of Kansas Health System in Kansas City is seeking a Certified Diabetes Educator to deliver diabetes self-management education and nutrition counseling. You will support ADA accreditation efforts and contribute to program development within the Medical Pavilion.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree and 2+ years of clinical diabetes or nutrition education; CDE certification within 12 months of hire is preferred. This is a full-time daytime position.