RN - Diabetes Educator FT

Gibson Area Hospital; Gibson City (IL); On-site; USD 44,083 - 66,124; Full time

Job summary

Gibson Area Hospital in Gibson City, IL is seeking a full-time Diabetes Educator (RN) to provide education and support to individuals with diabetes. This role involves developing personalized care plans, conducting assessments, and collaborating with healthcare teams to ensure effective management of diabetes.

The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor’s degree in Nursing and possess strong communication skills along with a patient-centered approach. The position offers opportunities for community involvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Nursing required.
• Certification in Diabetes Education preferred or willingness to obtain.
• Ability to motivate and empower patients.

Responsibilities

• Conduct assessments of patients’ knowledge and skills.
• Develop individualized diabetes education.
• Provide ongoing support and follow-up.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Patient-centered approach

Critical thinking

Proficiency with EMR

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Nursing

Certification in Diabetes Education (CDCES)

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: GIBSON CITY, IL 60936

Position Type: Full Time

Salary Range: $32.00 - $48.00 Hourly

Job Title: Diabetes Educator (RN)

Department: OPC Specialty Clinic

Hours & Shift Requirements: Full time, 80 hours a pay period, Monday – Friday with an occasional weekend or evening for community events.

General Summary

The Diabetes Care & Education Specialist provides education, support, and guidance to individuals with diabetes and their families to promote optimal self-management and improve health outcomes. This role involves assessing patient needs, developing personalized care plans, and collaborating with healthcare teams to ensure comprehensive diabetes care.

Mission Statement

To provide personalized, professional healthcare services to the residents of the Communities we serve.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

• Conduct assessments of patients’ knowledge, skills, and readiness for diabetes self-management.
• Develop and deliver individualized diabetes education covering topics such as nutrition, blood glucose monitoring, medication management, diabetes-related technologies, lifestyle modification, and complication prevention.
• Provide ongoing support, counseling, and follow-up to encourage adherence and behavioral changes.
• Monitor patient progress and adjust education plans as needed.
• Coordinate centralized continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) workflows, including device onboarding, data integration, and patient follow‑up.
• Provide remote patient monitoring of CGM data to identify trends, support timely interventions, and communicate recommendations to the care team.
• Serve as a resource for insulin pump and automated insulin delivery (AID) systems, including patient education, troubleshooting, and therapy optimization.
• Collaborate with healthcare providers, including physicians, nurses, dietitians, and pharmacists, to ensure coordinated care.
• Maintain accurate documentation of education sessions and patient outcomes in accordance with regulatory standards.
• Stay current with advances in diabetes care, treatment guidelines, and patient education strategies.
• Participate in community outreach, workshops, and support groups as needed.

Physical Requirements

• Excellent visual, hearing, speech/articulation abilities.
• Manual dexterity to use computer to communicate, investigate, and educate.
• Ability to sit at a computer for long periods of time (2-3 hours).

Reporting Relationship

The DCES reports directly to the DSMES Quality Coordinator.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing.
• Certification in Diabetes Education (CDCES) preferred or willingness to obtain.
• Knowledge of diabetes pathophysiology, pharmacology, and self‑management strategies.
• Strong communication, teaching, and counseling skills.
• Patient‑centered approach with empathy and cultural sensitivity.
• Ability to motivate and empower patients toward self‑management goals.
• Strong critical thinking and problem‑solving skills in complex patient situations.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Excellent organizational skills with strong attention to detail.
• Proficiency with electronic medical records (EMR) and patient education tools.

Infection Exposure Risk Level

Category 2 – Moderate Risk: The job potentially exposes the employee to blood, body fluids and tissues. The Hepatitis B vaccine is recommended.

Working Conditions

Sitting at a desk, typing and using a computer for long periods of time.

Occasional travel to meetings, educational offerings outside the facility.

Occasionally works in patient care areas where there are few discomforts due to the environmental temperature, dust, dirt, and noise. Occasionally faces extremes in temperatures when working in community setting.

Works with community members and patients and may be exposed to contagious diseases and infectious materials, but potential for personal harm and injury is limited when proper safety and health precautions and equipment are used.