Diabetes Nurse Educator

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. Primary Department, Division, or Unit: UHS Diabetes and Endocrinology Center Primary Work Shift: Day 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. Job Responsibilities 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 At least 2‑year experience in health care setting with proficiency in 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 certifications: Oncology Certification, Lactation Consultant, Wound/Ostomy Certification (if applicable) United Health Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. United Health Services, Inc. and the members of the UHS System neither are affiliated with, sponsored, endorsed, nor approved by, nor otherwise associated with, Universal Health Services, Inc. (NYSE: UHS), UHS of Delaware, Inc. nor their affiliates, which can be found at #J-18808-Ljbffr 02 UHS Hospitals