Diabetes Educator - CDE Required

Baptist Health; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Baptist Health in Lexington, KY is seeking a Clinical Nurse Educator to provide diabetes self‑management education to individuals and groups, aligning with AADE standards and collaborating with physicians across BHMG offices.

The role requires current RN licensure, BCLS, and CDE certification, with CPT certification preferred. Strong communication, organization, and problem‑solving skills are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• RN license required.
• BCLS certification required.
• CDE certification required.
• CPT certification strongly preferred.
• Experience in supervisory role or clinic-based nursing is a plus.
• Strong communication and organizational skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide individualized diabetes self-management education to patients and groups.
• Collaborate with physicians and BHMG staff to support patient care.
• Adhere to AADE standards of practice and contribute to continuous education efforts.

Skills

Communication

Problem solving

Time management

Organization

Analytical thinking

Multitasking

Stress management

Patient education

Education

RN license

BCLS certification

CDE certification

CPT certification (preferred)

Tools

EMR systems

Windows proficiency

Job description

Job Summary

The Clinical Nurse Educator provides individualized diabetes self-management education and training to individuals and groups according to the standards of practice for Diabetes Educators (AADE). Works closely with physicians in multiple BHMG offices as needed and demonstrates the ability to solve problems.

Requirements

• Formal training which will be indicated by a graduation certificate from an accredited RN school of nursing, KY RN license; prefer previous supervisory experience in a health‑care setting and/or experience in clinic‑based nursing.
• BCLS certification required.
• CDE (Certified Diabetes Educator) required.
• Certificate of completion for CPT (Certified Pump Trainer) strongly preferred.
• Ability to communicate effectively; dedication to patient satisfaction; ability to work compatibly with physicians and other staff members; must be detail‑oriented.
• Good organizational and time management skills, good analytical problem solving skills, proactive attitude toward goals and objectives, ability to handle multiple projects, ability to handle stressful situations, ability to exercise judgment and discretions, proficiency with computer and windows software applications.

Baptist Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.