Diabetes Nurse Educator

Location: Park Terrace

Position Overview United Health Services (UHS) is seeking a knowledgeable and compassionate Diabetes Nurse Educator to empower patients and families through education and care planning. In this role, you’ll work directly with individuals managing diabetes—helping them understand their condition, build self-care skills, and improve their quality of life through personalized support.

At UHS, every connection matters. Whether it’s the trust you build with a newly diagnosed patient or the collaboration with your clinical team, your work has a lasting impact. Join a team where your clinical expertise and personal commitment make a real difference—one patient, one conversation, one connection at a time.

Primary Department, Division, or Unit:

UHS Diabetes and Endocrinology Center Primary

Work Shift:

Day Regular Scheduled Weekly

Hours:

40

Compensation Range:$37.00 - $55.50 per hour, depending on experience-Sign-On

Incentives:

Up to a $15,000 sign-on bonus for candidates who meet eligibility criteria. Talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Job Responsibilities:

As a key member of our multidisciplinary care team, the Diabetes Nurse Educator plays a vital role in supporting patients across the care continuum through education, intervention, and clinical coordination.

Responsibilities include:

Triage and assess patients for early signs and symptoms of diabetes-related complications to ensure timely intervention and prevent adverse outcomes

Educate patients and families on diabetes self-management, lifestyle modification, and disease prevention using evidence-based resources

Develop and lead individual and group education programs following American Diabetes Association (ADA) guidelines to support long-term health outcomes

Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of educational interventions through patient feedback, glycemic control trends, and documented health outcomes

Provide instruction and support for the safe use of diabetes-related medications and devices including insulin, injectables, glucagon, glucometers, insulin pumps, and continuous glucose monitors (CGMs)
Review and interpret data from blood glucose logs, insulin pumps, and CGMs to assist with care planning and provider collaboration

Perform insertion and download of CGM sensors for review by providers and assist patients in troubleshooting device-related concerns

Coordinate patient-centered care by collaborating with families and the interdisciplinary team across inpatient and outpatient settings

Work closely with the Unit Coordinator to support compliance with Joint Commission, NYS Department of Health, and infection control standards

Promote diabetes awareness and education by participating in health fairs, community outreach events, and organizational wellness initiatives

Support ADA credentialing and quality initiatives for the UHS Diabetes and Endocrinology Center by maintaining standards and documentation

Stay current with clinical best practices in diabetes education and care through ongoing professional development and continuing education

Position

Qualifications:

Minimum

Required:

At least 2-year experience in health care setting with evidence of having obtained proficiency in those areas emphasized in the Registered Nurse curriculum.

Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing.

Current NY State RN license.

Documentation of current CPR certification required within 1 week of start of employment.

Certified Diabetes Educator within 2 years of hire.

Preferred:

Previous experience in a walk-in/primary care/specialty care setting.

Current Driver’s license.

Office specific- IE:
Oncology Certification, Lactation Consultant, Wound/ Ostomy Certification.

-Why You’ll Love Working at UHSAt United Health Services (UHS), we believe every connection—to patients, to purpose, to each other—makes a difference. That’s why we’re intentional about supporting our team in ways that go beyond the job. Whether through meaningful benefits, personal growth, or fun along the way, we’re here to help you thrive in work and life.

A Culture of Connection – We support each other like family and create space for every voice to be heard. Engagement Councils, peer recognition, and initiatives like Walk in my Shoes…