Full Time Diabetic Nurse Educator - Up to $85,000​/YR

Full-Time Diabetic Nurse Educator (RN)

The Full-Time Diabetic Nurse Educator (RN) supports patients, families, and healthcare teams in managing diabetes through education and individualized care plans. The role works across diverse settings including long‑term care, acute care, dialysis, and outpatient populations. This position offers a consistent weekday schedule with no weekends or call responsibilities, promoting a healthy work‑life balance while improving patient outcomes.

• Provide comprehensive diabetes education to patients and families across multiple care settings
• Develop individualized diabetes management plans based on patient needs and provider recommendations
• Educate patients on blood glucose monitoring, medication administration, insulin management, nutrition, and lifestyle modifications
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, dietitians, pharmacists, and other healthcare professionals to optimize patient outcomes
• Assess patient understanding and readiness for diabetes self‑management
• Monitor patient progress and adjust educational plans as needed
• Provide education regarding diabetes prevention and risk reduction strategies
• Assist patients in understanding treatment goals and improving adherence to care plans
• Maintain accurate patient documentation and educational records
• Stay current with evidence‑based diabetes care guidelines and best practices
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and community outreach programs when applicable
• Serve as a clinical resource for staff regarding diabetes management and education

• Graduate of an accredited Registered Nursing (RN) program
• Current Montana Registered Nurse (RN) license or eligibility for licensure
• Minimum of four (4) years of Registered Nurse experience required
• Strong clinical background in patient education, chronic disease management, or diabetes care preferred
• Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (CDCES) certification preferred but not required
• Current BLS certification preferred
• Excellent communication, presentation, and patient counseling skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within an interdisciplinary healthcare team

• Experience working with diabetic patient populations
• Background in acute care, outpatient services, dialysis, long‑term care, or chronic disease management
• Passion for patient advocacy and preventative healthcare
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Experience developing educational materials and patient care plans