Diabetes Educator II: Drive Patient Self-Management

Texas Children's Hospital; Cypress (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas Children's Hospital is looking for a Diabetes Educator to provide patient assessment, education, and case management to promote diabetes self-management. The role emphasizes individualization based on social and cultural needs.

Candidates must hold at least a Bachelor’s degree, with CDCES certification required. This position supports professional growth with a clinical progression ladder.

Successful applicants will also attend continuing education activities to stay updated on best practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; master’s preferred.
• CDCES from the Certification Board of Diabetes Care and Education or BC-ADM is required.
• 1 year as a specialized diabetes care provider required.

Responsibilities

• Teaches patient/family skills for diabetes self-management.
• Evaluates patient needs and suggests management strategies.
• Documents patient care activities within the medical record.
• Develops education materials for staff and patients.
• Maintains knowledge through continuing education activities.
• Implements protocols for diabetes patient management.
• Provides case management services related to patient care.

Skills

Education planning

Patient assessment

Behavioral intervention

Diabetes technology knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree

CDCES certification

Master's degree (preferred)

Job description

Texas Children's Hospital is looking for a Diabetes Educator to provide patient assessment, education, and case management to promote diabetes self-management. The role emphasizes individualization based on social and cultural needs.

Candidates must hold at least a Bachelor’s degree, with CDCES certification required. This position supports professional growth with a clinical progression ladder.

Successful applicants will also attend continuing education activities to stay updated on best practices.