Registered Nurse Diabetes Educator - Full Time - Traverse City, MI

Job Description

Job Description

Company Description

As northern Michigan's largest healthcare system, we are deeply connected to the communities we serve and committed to caring for our families, friends and neighbors.

When you join Munson Healthcare, you’ll find a supportive work environment that is focused on continuously improving. This is a place where you can learn and grow, and your career can flex with your life. And when you step out of work, you'll find things to do in every season--from freshwater beaches and outdoor recreation to unique restaurants and world-class wineries.

Are you ready to improve your life and join the team that improves lives in our communities every day?

Start your career at Munson Healthcare!

• Be part of a team that nurtures a culture of caring every day.
• Our dynamic work environment includes many opportunities for growth and development.

Munson Healthcare:

• Balance – Get out on the water, in the woods, on the trails or around town
• Opportunity – Be a part of northern Michigan’s leading healthcare team with opportunities for personal and professional growth throughout the healthcare system
• Flexibility – A career that can change as your life changes
• Teamwork – Our people make Munson Healthcare a great place to work!  

 

Job Description

The RN Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (DCES) delivers comprehensive and seamless services that integrate all clinical and self-management aspects of diabetes care.  The DCES is an integral part of the inter-professional team and provides collaborative, comprehensive and person-centered care, and education conducive to behavior change and improved quality of life across the lifespan.  The DCES supports and advocates for people affected by diabetes to optimize quality care. The DCES promotes self-management to achieve individualized behavioral and treatment goals to reduce risks and optimize health outcomes. 

Qualifications

• Currently licensed as a Registered Nurse in the State of Michigan. 

• Bachelor’s degree in nursing or related field preferred . 

• Certification as a Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (CDCES) through the Certification Board for Diabetes Care and Education preferred.  

• If not certified, will obtain CDCES as soon as certification requirements are met. 

• Must have or obtain working knowledge of diabetes care technology. 

Additional Information

The Benefits of Working at Munson:

• Competitive salaries
• Full benefits, paid holidays, and paid time off (up to 19 days your first year)
• Tuition reimbursement and ongoing educational opportunities
• Retirement savings plan with employer match and personal consulting
• Wellness plans, an employee assistance program and employee discounts

*Terms and conditions apply

Munson Healthcare requires all employees be vaccinated or have lab confirmed immunity for Measles, Mumps, Rubella and Varicella. MHC also requires all employees to receive a flu vaccine during the flu season in the year that they are hired and annually thereafter, or receive an approved medical or religious exemption.