Diabetes Educator & Wellness Coordinator

Newberry Health; South Carolina; On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Newberry Health is seeking a Diabetes Educator / Coordinator to join the Cardiopulmonary & Wellness team. The role focuses on educating patients about diabetes management, coordinating education services, and supporting patients in achieving health goals.

The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills and a commitment to patient education and wellness. This is a patient-centered, collaborative role within a healthcare team that provides ongoing support and resources.

Qualifications

• Current clinical licensure or professional credential relevant to role.
• Experience in diabetes education, chronic disease management, wellness, or related clinical setting preferred.
• Diabetes education certification or credential preferred, if applicable.
• Strong knowledge of diabetes management, patient education, and healthy lifestyle practices.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to educate and motivate patients with varying healthcare needs.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of an interdisciplinary healthcare team.

Responsibilities

• Provide individualized and group diabetes education to patients and families.
• Educate patients on diabetes self-management, including glucose monitoring, nutrition, activity, medication management, and healthy habits.
• Assess educational needs and develop individualized plans and goals.
• Coordinate diabetes education services and assist with scheduling, referrals, and follow-up.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, dietitians, pharmacy staff, and other healthcare professionals.

Skills

Diabetes education

Chronic disease management

Patient education

Communication

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Education

Diabetes education certification

Job description

Newberry Health is seeking a Diabetes Educator / Coordinator to join the Cardiopulmonary & Wellness team. The role focuses on educating patients about diabetes management, coordinating education services, and supporting patients in achieving health goals.

The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills and a commitment to patient education and wellness. This is a patient-centered, collaborative role within a healthcare team that provides ongoing support and resources.