RN Diabetes Education Specialist (In/Outpatient)

St. Tammany Parish Hospital; Covington (LA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Tammany Health System is seeking a Registered Nurse for the Diabetes Program in Covington, LA. The role focuses on diabetes education across inpatient, outpatient, and community settings, delivering high-quality care to patients.

The RN will educate patients and families, coordinate with the care team, and participate in ongoing diabetes programming and staff education. This is a full-time on-site position with weekday hours.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
• Current state RN licensure.
• Minimum of three years clinical experience.
• Diabetes education experience preferred (inpatient/outpatient).
• Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (CDCES) strongly preferred; schedule to complete within 6 months to 2 years of hire.
• Current BLS certification (ILCOR-based courses) required.

Responsibilities

• Provide diabetes education in inpatient and outpatient settings and through community and professional education services.

Skills

Diabetes education

Patient education

BLS certification

Education

RN licensure

Job description

St. Tammany Health System is seeking a Registered Nurse for the Diabetes Program in Covington, LA. The role focuses on diabetes education across inpatient, outpatient, and community settings, delivering high-quality care to patients.

The RN will educate patients and families, coordinate with the care team, and participate in ongoing diabetes programming and staff education. This is a full-time on-site position with weekday hours.