RN Diabetes Care and Education Specialist

Sentara Healthcare Inc; Hampton (VA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Sentara Healthcare Inc is looking for a RN Diabetes Care and Education Specialist at Sentara CarePlex Hospital in Hampton, VA. This role is essential for providing expert education and support to patients and staff regarding diabetes management.

The ideal candidate will hold an RN license and a CDCES certification, demonstrating at least 2 years of diabetes-related experience. The position emphasizes teamwork and patient-centered care in both inpatient and outpatient settings.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse (RN) License - Compact/Multi-State License required.
• Registered Nurse (RN) License - Single State – Virginia required.
• Certification Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (CDCES) required.
• 2 years of Diabetes experience required.

Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate care and education for diabetes patients.
• Provide education to patients, families, and staff.
• Serve as an expert clinical resource for staff and providers.

Skills

Clinical skills in diabetes management

Patient education

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

RN-Bachelor's Degree

RN-Master's Degree

RN-Doctorate Degree

Tools

Diabetes education materials

Job description

Sentara CarePlex Hospital located in Hampton, VA is hiring a RN Diabetes Care and Education Specialist for the Diabetes Outpatient Education.

The RN Diabetes Care and Education Specialist serves as an expert clinical resource for clinical staff and healthcare providers in the inpatient and outpatient settings to include support groups. The RN Diabetes Educator plans and coordinates care and education for patients with diabetes across a continuum in collaboration with other disciplines, community agencies and Sentara Healthcare subsidiaries. The RN Diabetes Educator provides patient, family, and staff education to promote wellness and prevention of complications associated with diabetes.

Education

• RN-Bachelor's Degree
• RN-Master's Degree
• RN-Doctorate Degree

Certification / Licensure

• Registered Nurse (RN) License - Compact/Multi-State License
• Registered Nurse (RN) License - Single State – Virginia
• Certification Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (CDCES) required

Experience

• 2 years of Diabetes experience (Required)
• Demonstrates expert clinical skills in diabetes management, diabetes education and care.

Certification Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (CDCES) - Required