Diabetes Educator

Group Health Cooperative of South Central Wisconsin; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare cooperative in Madison seeks a Diabetes Educator to provide essential care and education to members with diabetes. This role involves patient education, clinical care, and coordination with healthcare teams. Ideal candidates will have nursing or dietician qualifications and a passion for promoting health and well-being.

Qualifications

• Two years managing diabetic patient care preferred.
• Valid Healthcare Provider CPR/AED certification required.

Responsibilities

• Provides diabetes-related care and education to members.
• Coordinates with practitioners and health education staff.
• Involves medication management under physician protocols.

Skills

Communication

Cultural Sensitivity

Patient Assessment

Care Coordination

Problem-Solving

Education

Graduate of an accredited nursing or dietician program

State licensure as a Registered Nurse or Registered Dietitian

Certification as a Diabetes Educator (CDCES)

Tools

EMR systems like EPIC

Job description

Job Description

Posted: Friday, May 9, 2025 at 5:00 AM

Organization: Group Health Cooperative of South Central Wisconsin - BETTER TOGETHER

Positions: 1.0 FTE / 40 hours per week, with consideration for 0.8 FTE / 32 hours per week. The role will split time between Sauk Trails Clinic and East Clinic.

Role Summary

The Diabetes Educator provides diabetes-related care and education to members with diabetes, coordinating with practitioners, nursing, and health education staff. Responsibilities include clinical care, patient education on diabetes management, diet and exercise modification, blood sugar monitoring, coping strategies, problem-solving, and risk reduction. The role also involves medication management under physician protocols.

Organizational Expectations

The incumbent adheres to GHC-SCW policies, maintains high-quality standards, performs duties timely, and promotes the organization's Mission, Vision, and Values.

Minimum Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing or dietician program.
• State licensure as a Registered Nurse or Registered Dietitian.
• Certification as a Diabetes Educator (CDCES) or working towards it, to be obtained within one year.
• Preferred: Two years managing diabetic patient care.
• Valid Healthcare Provider CPR/AED certification, to be obtained within four months.
• Ability to travel between work sites; valid Wisconsin driver’s license required.
• Knowledge of counseling, cultural sensitivity, patient assessment, care coordination, confidentiality, HIPAA, patient education material development, and computer skills including EMR systems like EPIC.
• Excellent communication skills, professionalism, and flexibility to work early evenings as needed.

Our Core Values and Mission

We partner with members to maximize health and well-being. As a member-owned cooperative, we aim to be the most trusted resource for lifelong health, emphasizing diversity, equity, inclusion, innovation, and community involvement. We uphold the belief that healthcare is a human right and promote dignity, respect, and diversity in our services.

Locations

Sauk Trails Clinic - 8202 Excelsior Drive, Madison, WI

East Clinic - 5249 East Terrace Drive, Madison, WI