Registered Nurse - Diabetic Educator

AccessHealth; Champaign (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

AccessHealth is seeking a Diabetes Nurse Educator to provide comprehensive diabetes care and education to patients and families. The role includes developing individualized teaching plans, supporting self-management, and leading quality improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities include precepting staff, ensuring documentation compliance, and collaborating with the care team to optimize outcomes. Illinois RN licensure and certification in diabetes education are required, with BLS within 30 days.

Qualifications

• Valid RN license (Illinois).
• Certification as a Diabetes Care and Education Specialist within 3 years.
• BLS instructor certification within 30 days.
• Nursing diploma required.
• Strong clinical assessment, teaching and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver patient-centered diabetes education and self-management support to patients and families.
• Ensure documentation compliance.
• Develop individualized teaching plans for diet, medication, and self-care.
• Facilitate education on insulin pump use and implement evidence-based guidelines.
• Act as a preceptor, support staff development and lead quality improvement initiatives.
• Complete clinical assessments and assist with community and organizational projects.
• Collaborate with the healthcare team to optimize patient outcomes.

Skills

RN license Illinois

Diabetes education

BLS certification

Teaching

Leadership

Clinical assessment

Education

Nursing diploma

Job description

Role:

Diabetes Nurse Educator

Responsibilities:

Provide comprehensive diabetes care, education, and self-management support to patients and families. Ensure adherence to standards of care and accurate documentation. Develop individualized teaching plans for topics such as diet, medication, and self-care. Facilitate education on insulin pump use and implement evidence-based clinical guidelines. Act as a preceptor, support staff development, and lead quality improvement initiatives. Complete clinical assessments and assist with community and organizational projects. Collaborate with healthcare team members to optimize patient outcomes.

Qualifications & Skills:

Valid RN license (Illinois), certification as a Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (within 3 years), BLS instructor certification (within 30 days). Required education includes a nursing diploma. Strong clinical assessment, teaching, and leadership skills are essential. Ability to work collaboratively and support patient self-management education is vital.

Key Duties:

Deliver patient-centered diabetes education, ensure documentation compliance, support staff development, and participate in quality improvement efforts. Engage in community outreach and organizational projects to enhance care delivery.