RN Educ Diab - Diab​/Nutrtn

Overview

The Diabetes Nurse Educator utilizes a systematic approach to nursing by incorporating assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation in practice. Provides healthcare to individuals, families, and communities within the RN scope of practice as defined by the Illinois Board of Nursing.

• Licensed Registered Professional Nurse (RN) – Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR)
• Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (CDCES) within 3 years – Certification Board for Diabetes Care and Education (CBDCE)
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Instructor within 30 days – American Heart Association (AHA)
• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing
• Relevant work experience in diabetes education and patient care

• Provides and facilitates competent health care of patients and families in area of practice.
• Ensures adherence to established standards of care and scope of practice.
• Ensures documentation of care is complete and accurate.
• Provides health and wellness education to individuals and groups.
• Acts as preceptor and supports development of other staff and healthcare students.
• Provides leadership for initiatives designed to improve quality of care or clinical outcomes.
• Completes all documentation required for the ADA Recognized program.
• Assists with community and organizational projects.
• Completes clinical and educational assessment on all patients.
• Develops individualized teaching plans for self‑management (diet, medication, self‑care).
• Implements evidence‑based clinical practice guidelines to provide diabetes education.
• Provides education to all patients utilizing an insulin pump.
• Collaborates with all providers and members of the health care team.

Compensation range for this position is $30.39 per hour to $52.27 per hour. Additional compensation and benefits will depend on experience, qualifications, location, and other factors. Carle Health offers a comprehensive benefits package. For more information, visit careers.carlehealth.org/benefits.

Carle Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. Carle Health participates in E‑Verify and may provide necessary information for work authorization verification.