Registered Dietician (RD)/Registered Nurse (RN)- Certified Diabetes Educator CDCES (Merrionette[...]

Advocate Health Care; Alsip (IL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Advocate Health is seeking an Ambulatory and Outpatient RN/RD Diabetes Educator to coordinate education for diabetes patients in a busy outpatient setting. Based in Merrionette Park, IL, with occasional travel to Orland Park, the role emphasizes evidence-based practice, compassion, and patient-centered care.

The candidate will schedule and conduct outpatient sessions, act as a clinical resource for diabetes inpatients, and lead community diabetes activities while collaborating with a

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Nutrition (RD) OR RN license issued by the state in which teammate practices.
• 2-3 years nutrition experience with exposure to diabetes patients OR 3-5 years in clinical specialty.
• CDCES certification
• Experience with insulin pump therapy
• Knowledge & understanding of, child growth & development, normal patterns of adolescent behavior, and signs of normal aging

Responsibilities

• Schedule: Monday–Friday 8a-4:30p; Merrionette Park base with travel to Orland Park.
• Coordinate and deliver outpatient diabetes education sessions
• Serve as a clinical resource for diabetes inpatients
• Provide diabetes education materials to hospital staff and lead community diabetes activities

Skills

Diabetes education

Clinical coordination

Patient education

Education

Bachelor's degree in Nutrition (RD)

RN license

CDCES certification

Job description

Job Description Summary

The Ambulatory and Outpatient Registered Nurse (RN)/Registered Dietician (RD), provides high-quality, patient-centered care through evidence-based practice, clinical expertise, and compassionate care delivery in an ambulatory care setting. The RN/RD coordinates and facilitates education of the diabetes patient outpatient population, by acting as a liaison between patients, families, and medical staff.

The Ambulatory and Outpatient Registered Nurse (RN)/Registered Dietician (RD), provides high-quality, patient-centered care through evidence-based practice, clinical expertise, and compassionate care delivery in an ambulatory care setting. The RN/RD coordinates and facilitates education of the diabetes patient outpatient population, by acting as a liaison between patients, families, and medical staff.

Where You Will Work

Advocate Medical Group (AMG) is part of Advocate Health, one of the nation’s largest nonprofit health systems. With more than 350 locations across Illinois and Wisconsin, AMG offers a wide range of specialties and services, including primary care, medical and surgical care, pediatrics, women’s health, behavioral health, and more. Our team is dedicated to delivering exceptional care and improving health outcomes in the communities we serve. Joining AMG means being part of a collaborative, patient-focused environment where innovation and quality care thrive.

We’re Looking For

• Bachelor's degree in Nutrition (RD) OR Registered Nurse (RN) license issued by the state in which teammate practices.
• 2-3 years nutrition experience with exposure to diabetes patients OR 3-5 years in clinical specialty.
• CDCES certification
• Experience with insulin pump therapy
• Knowledge & understanding of, child growth & development, normal patterns of adolescent behavior, and signs of normal aging

What You’ll Do

Schedule: Monday – Friday: 8a-4:30p (May change based on clinic/patient needs) Position is based in Merrionette Park with occasional travel to Orland Park

As a skilled and compassionate Diabetes Educator, you will play a pivotal role in providing organizing, educating and scheduling patients for the Outpatient Diabetes Self-Management Program.

• Participating in instructing outpatient groups and one-on-one sessions
• Serve as a resource/clinical expert for identified diabetes inpatients.
• Reinforces education to patients / families as requested.
• Provides hospital staff with adequate supplies of Diabetes educational materials.
• Plan and/or participate in any diabetes-related activities offered to the community, e.g. glucose monitoring, screening, lectures.

Using evidence-based practice, clinical decision making, compassion, and skills communication while leading efforts to create the safest patient environment and the best patient experience across the continuum.

About This Location

Merrionette Park Endocrinology is a busy, fast paced patient-centered specialty practice dedicated to providing high-quality, compassionate care to patients across all stages of life. Our team consists of experienced endocrinologists, physicians in fellowship training, physician residents, registered dieticians/diabetic educators, pharmacists, nurses, medical assistants, and administrative professionals who work collaboratively to deliver comprehensive preventive, chronic, and acute care services.

Located in the Merrionette Park/Mount Greenwood area, our practice serves a diverse patient population and is committed to building lasting relationships with patients and families through exceptional customer service, clinical excellence, and a personalized approach to care. We foster a supportive, team-oriented environment where employees are valued, encouraged to grow professionally, and empowered to make a meaningful impact on the communities we serve.

As part of Advocate Health, we are committed to innovation, quality outcomes, teamwork, and creating an outstanding experience for both our patients and our teammates.

We look forward to discussing our career opportunities with you!

Be the Nurse Who Redefines Care.

At Advocate Health, being a clinical nurse or dietician means more than delivering exceptional clinical care—it means leading with purpose, compassion, and boldness. As part of our One Advocate Nurse community, you’ll join a unified team committed to lifting others up, embracing innovation, and creating inclusive spaces where everyone can thrive. You’ll be empowered to think boldly, collaborate with humility, and drive change through fearless curiosity. Whether you're at the bedside, in the community, or advancing care through research and education, you’ll help shape the future of health—because here, we’re redefining care for you, for us, for all.

Your feedback matters. Every nurse’s voice is vital in shaping our culture and improving care. We value your insights and experiences because they help us grow stronger together.

Physical Requirements And Working Conditions

• Must be able to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, reach above shoulders, and twist frequently throughout the workday.
• Must be able to lift and support the weight of 35 pounds in handling patients, medical equipment, and supplies.
• Must be able to: push/pull with 30 lbs. of force and perform a sliding transfer of 150 lbs. with a second person present.
• Must have functional speech, vision, hearing, and touch with ability to use fine hand manipulation skills for IV insertion and other procedures/functions.
• Maneuver foot pedals on carts or machines.
• Perform physical safety interventions such as patient restraint and verbal de-escalation, if needed.
• May be exposed to chemical and hazardous waste as well as blood and body fluids and communicable disease. Therefore, protective clothing and equipment must be worn as necessary.
• Must be able to respond quickly to changes in patient and/or unit conditions.
• Physical Abilities Testing may be required.
• Additional department specific physical requirements may be identified for unique responsibilities within the department by the nurse leader.