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Mercy

Diabetes Educator - Freemont, Full Time

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What they do

A Diabetes Educator works with patients and families to understand and manage diabetes. Helps patients to learn how diabetes affects their bodies and teaches them how to monitor blood sugar levels, administer medications and manage diet and activity. May be licensed as a nurse, therapist, nutritionist or other medical professional. Works in hospitals and other clinical settings.

$76,757 / year median in Missouri

+2% projected growth

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Job Description

Company:
Mercy Location:
Springfield, MO Career Level:
Entry Level Industries:
Healthcare, Pharmaceutical, Biotech Description Find your calling at Mercy! The nurse diabetes educator/coordinator is a health professional who is either registered or licensed by an appropriate accrediting body in her/his field. The coordinator is an experienced health care professional with a strong background in diabetes education. Certification by the National Certification Board for Diabetes Educators is desirable.
Position Details:
Overview:
RN who provides nursing duties in the clinic setting and hospital education of newly diagnosed diabetes. Provides Diabetes and Nutritional Education Services inpatient and outpatient. Provides Endocrine Education to patients and families regarding growth hormone deficiency, adrenal insufficiency, precocious puberty, diabetic insipidus and other endocrine disorders.
Qualifications:
Education :
Graduate of a state school of nursing
Licensure :
Current RN licensure with the Missouri State Board of Nursing or current RN Missouri work permit.
Certifications :
CDES or willing to obtain within two (2) years.
Preferred Certification s:
CDES Preferred Other :
Demonstrated clinical expertise in pediatrics. Clinical expertise in diabetes education and endocrine disorders. Why Mercy? From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period. Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you'll grow with us.