Diabetes Educator: Lead Patient Education & Programs

The University of Kansas Health System; Kansas City (KS); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Kansas Health System in Kansas City seeks a Certified Diabetes Educator to educate patients on diabetes self-management and nutrition, participate in program development, and support ADA accreditation efforts.

The role emphasizes running DSME and nutrition clinics, coordinating group classes, and contributing to CQI projects, with a focus on maintaining ADA recognition.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of clinical experience in diabetes and/or nutrition education.
• CDE certification (NCBDE) within 12 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Be available in clinic for one-on-one teaching (insulin pen use, glucometers, insulin pump).
• Conduct DSME and/or nutrition clinics 4 days per week.
• Coordinate, manage, and teach group diabetes education classes.

Skills

Patient education

Group instruction

Program coordination

Diabetes self-management education

Education

Bachelor's degree in Nursing, Dietetics-Nutrition, or biological science

Master's degree preferred

Job description

The University of Kansas Health System in Kansas City seeks a Certified Diabetes Educator to educate patients on diabetes self-management and nutrition, participate in program development, and support ADA accreditation efforts.

The role emphasizes running DSME and nutrition clinics, coordinating group classes, and contributing to CQI projects, with a focus on maintaining ADA recognition.