DSME Program Coordinator - RN

Mobridge Hospital; South Dakota; Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Mobridge Regional Hospital seeks a Diabetes Program Coordinator to lead the Diabetes Self-Management Education (DSME) program and ensure ADA recognition and regulatory compliance. You will oversee program operations, mentor staff, and drive quality improvement through data-driven outcomes.

You will partner with interdisciplinary teams to provide evidence-based education, develop individualized plans, and coordinate with cardiac rehabilitation services, while maintaining licensure and

Qualifications

• RN license in SD is required.
• Minimum of one year of clinic or hospital experience preferred.
• BLS/ACLS certification required.
• CDCES/CDE certification preferred or willingness to obtain within six months.
• Knowledge of DSME principles and diabetes education.
• Strong organizational, communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to coordinate program operations with an interdisciplinary team.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development in diabetes education.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the DSME program and all aspects of its delivery.
• Develop and monitor the annual program plan and outcomes.
• Ensure ADA recognition standards and regulatory compliance.
• Coordinate DSME Advisory Committee meetings and liaise with staff and leadership.
• Participate in quality improvement activities and use data to improve services.
• Complete annual reports for ADA and SD Department of Health.
• Mentor diabetes education staff and promote professional development.
• Provide evidence-based diabetes education and support.
• Assess patients and develop individualized education plans.
• Collaborate with patients, families, and healthcare teams for better outcomes.
• Support coordination with cardiac rehabilitation services.
• Maintain licensure, certifications, and continuing education.
• Maintain confidentiality and hospital policies.

Skills

Leadership

Organizational skills

Communication

Team collaboration

Program management

Education

Registered Nurse license (SD)

BLS/ACLS certification

CDCES/CDE certification (Preferred)

Job description

The Diabetes Program Coordinator oversees the Diabetes Self-Management Education (DSME) Program, ensuring high-quality, patient-centered education and compliance with American Diabetes Association (ADA) recognition standards and regulatory requirements. This position provides program leadership, coordinates quality improvement activities, supports staff development, and provides individualized diabetes education.

• Coordinate and oversee all aspects of the DSME program.
• Develop and monitor the annual program plan and program outcomes.
• Ensure compliance with ADA recognition standards, regulatory requirements, and hospital policies.
• Coordinate quarterly DSME Advisory Committee meetings and serve as a liaison between program staff, leadership, and community partners.
• Participate in quality improvement activities and use program data to improve services.
• Complete required annual reports and documentation for the ADA and South Dakota Department of Health.
• Mentor and support diabetes education staff and promote professional development.
• Provide evidence-based diabetes self-management education and support.
• Assess patients' clinical, emotional, behavioral, and learning needs and develop individualized education plans.
• Collaborate with patients, families, caregivers, and the interdisciplinary healthcare team to promote effective diabetes management and improved outcomes.
• Support coordination between diabetes education and cardiac rehabilitation services.
• Maintain required licensure, certifications, competencies, and continuing education.
• Maintain confidentiality and adhere to all hospital policies and procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of South Dakota.
• Minimum of one year of clinic and/or hospital experience preferred.
• BLS/ACLS certification required.
• Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (CDCES/CDE) preferred, or willingness to obtain within six months of hire.
• Knowledge of diabetes self-management education and support principles.
• Strong organizational, communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to coordinate program operations and work effectively with an interdisciplinary team.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and diabetes education.

Mobridge Regional Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation or disability.

Licenses & Certifications

Required

Registered Nurse

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