RN Diabetes Health Educator

UW Health; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Paid time off

Parental leave

Adoption assistance

Tuition benefits

Referral bonus

Job summary

UW Health in Madison, WI is seeking a Registered Nurse- Diabetes Health Educator to advance patient education and care coordination for those living with diabetes.

You will educate individuals and groups on diabetes topics, assess patient data to guide the care plan, and collaborate with patients, families, and providers to meet care goals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing is required.
• Minimum 3 years of RN experience is required.
• Diabetes educator experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide education to individuals and groups on diabetes topics.
• Systematically collect and assess data to develop, execute, and evaluate the plan of care.
• Establish goals and strategies for meeting care coordination needs across settings with the patient, family, and/or care providers.

Skills

Diabetes education

Patient education

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing

Job description

Work Schedule:

90 FTE%, Day Shift, Monday-Friday, 8am-5 pm. Hours may vary based upon the operational needs of the department. You will work at 20 South Park Street, Madison, WI.

Pay:

• Pay range is based on a full-time (100%) position. Salary is pro-rated based upon FTE.

Be part of something remarkable

Join the #1 hospital in Wisconsin!

We are seeking a Registered Nurse- Diabetes Health Educator to:

• Provide education to individuals and groups on a wide variety of topics with an emphasis on diabetes education
• Systematically and continuously collect and assess data related to patient health status in order to develop, execute, and evaluate the plan of care
• Establish goals and strategies for meeting care coordination needs across settings with the patient, family, and/or care providers

At UW Health, you will have:

• An excellent benefits package, including health and dental insurance, paid time off, retirement plans, two-week paid parental leave and adoption assistance
• Options for a variety of schedules and shifts that offer flexibility and allow for work-life balance
• Access to great resources through the UW Health Employee Wellbeing Department that supports your emotional, financial, and physical well-being.
• Acuity based staffing ratios for optimal safety
• A strong shared governance structure which assures every nurse has a voice.
• A place where nursing excellence is recognized and celebrated in our inpatient and outpatient settings through several award programs
• Tuition benefits eligibility - UW Health invests in your professional growth as a nurse by helping pay for coursework associated with career advancement
• The opportunity to earn a referral bonus for referring friends, former colleagues or others to apply for open, posted positions

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing Required

Work Experience

• 3 years of RN experience Required
• Experience as a Diabetes Educator Preferred

Licenses & Certifications

• Certification by the National Board for Diabetes Care and Education (CBDCE) as a Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (CDCES) required within 2 Yrs Required or
• Board Certified - Advanced Diabetes Management (BC-ADM) within 2 Yrs Required and
• Registration as a registered nurse in the state where employed or licensure in a state in the licensure compact Upon Hire Required
• CPR/BLS Certification Upon Hire Required

Our Commitment to Social Impact and Belonging

UW Health is committed to fostering a workplace that creates belonging for everyone and is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. Our respect for people shines through patient care interactions and our daily work practices as we work to embrace the knowledge, unique perspectives and qualities each employee and faculty member brings to work each day. It is the policy of UW Health to provide equal opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

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our physicians and staff are dedicated to providing an exceptional patient and family experience by delivering the highest quality of care in a compassionate environment. With more than 90 primary and specialty care clinics located throughout Dane County and the surrounding areas, we are proud to have the opportunity to impact the communities we serve