RN - Certified Diabetic Educator

RN - Certified Diabetic Educator at Optum summary:
The Registered Nurse - Certified Diabetic Educator provides diabetes education and clinical care to patients through multiple channels, including video visits, in-office consultations, and phone support. They collaborate with endocrinology providers to ensure comprehensive diabetes management and travel to various clinic locations. This role requires nursing licensure, diabetes education certification, and offers a comprehensive benefits package in a supportive healthcare environment.
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Position Summary:

We are seeking a compassionate and motivated Registered Nurse - Certified Diabetic Educator to join our Endocrinology team. This role is essential in supporting providers and empowering patients through education and clinical care related to diabetes management.

Schedule:

Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Primary Responsibilities:

• Provide diabetes education to patients through video visits, in-office consultations, and phone triage support

• Educate patients on nutrition, medication management, insulin pump monitoring, and current best practices in diabetes care

• Collaborate with endocrinology providers to ensure continuity of care and adherence to long-term scheduling

• Travel to multiple locations (Worcester, Milford, Southborough, Framingham)

• Support all providers across the endocrinology department
You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.

Required Qualifications:

• Graduate of an accredited school of Nursing

• Currently licensed as an RN in the state of Massachusetts

• Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (CDCES) certified OR willing to obtain certification once hired

• Willing or ability to travel to different sites

Preferred Qualifications:

• 1+ years of nursing experience

• Endocrinology experience

• EPIC experience
Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives.

The hourly pay for this role will range from $28.27 to $50.48 per hour based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.
At United Health Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone-of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income-deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes.

We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.
Optum Care is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.
Optum Care is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment
Keywords:
Registered Nurse, Diabetic Educator, Diabetes Management, Patient Education, Endocrinology, Clinical Care, Nutrition Education, Insulin Pump Monitoring, Healthcare Nursing, Diabetes Certification