Nurse Educator

Texas Diabetes Institute; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 58,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization is seeking a Registered Nurse to serve as a clinical expert and educator in diabetes care. The ideal candidate must possess a BSN and have a minimum of two years of nursing experience, with a preference for those who have CDE certification. Responsibilities include mentoring staff and providing education in a team environment. Strong teaching skills and knowledge of adult education principles are essential. Licensure in Texas and BCLS certification are required.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years of full-time nursing experience required.
• Formal training in diabetes education required.
• Experience in inpatient or outpatient care of diabetes.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a clinical expert and educator for the assigned area.
• Function in a team environment to support clinical practice.
• Mentor staff and provide education on diabetes care.

Skills

Clinical expertise

Teaching experience

Knowledge of adult education principles

Ability to deliver adult education programs

Education

BSN

National Certification (preferred)

Certified Diabetic Educator (CDE)

Tools

Continuous glucose monitoring systems

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY/RESPONSIBILITIES

Serves as a clinical expert, educator, and mentor for assigned area. Functions in a team environment to provide support to clinical practice.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

BSN is required. A national certification is preferred. Minimum of two years of full-time nursing experience required, five years preferred. Certified Diabetic Educator (CDE) must be obtained within two years of employment. Formal training in diabetes education and/or recent experience for three years in inpatient or outpatient care of diabetes is required. Demonstrated teaching experience and knowledge of adult education principles, ability to deliver and evaluate adult education programs. Experience with continuous glucose monitoring systems and as a pump trainer considered an asset. Demonstration of experience in curriculum development and implementation of adult learning principles is required.

LICENSURE

State of Texas Licensure as a Registered Nurse is required. Current American Heart Association Basic Cardiac Life Support and Health Care Provider card is required.