Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialists (CDCES)

The role

The educator will conduct individual and group diabetes self-management education sessions. They will develop personalized care plans and provide ongoing assessment and support to patients.

What you will do

• Conduct comprehensive diabetes self-management education sessions for individuals and groups.
• Develop personalized care plans in collaboration with healthcare professionals.
• Provide ongoing assessment and support regarding medication adherence, lifestyle modifications, glucose monitoring, and complication prevention.
• Utilize evidence-based practices and current clinical guidelines.
• Facilitate behavior change strategies.
• Document all patient interactions, education provided, and care plans in the electronic health record system.
• Serve as a resource for staff, patients, and families on diabetes-related topics.

Required qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Nursing, Nutrition, Pharmacy, or related health field
• Minimum of 1 year of clinical experience in diabetes education and management
• Proficiency in using electronic health records and telehealth platforms
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams
• Commitment to patient-centered care, cultural sensitivity, and ethical practice
• Current certification as a Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (CDCES) by the National Certification Board for Diabetes Educators (NCBDE) or equivalent credential
• Registered Nurse (RN), Registered Dietitian (RD), Pharmacist (RPh), or other healthcare professional licensure as required by state law

Nice to have

• Master's degree
• Clinical experience preferably in an outpatient or specialty clinic setting

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Retirement Plan (with employer match for employees who work more than 1000 hours in a calendar year)
• Paid Time Off
• Tuition Assistance Benefits
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Paid Holidays, Disability, and Life/AD&D for full-time employees
• Wellness Programs
• Employee Assistance Programs

About the company

Luminis Diabetes Center is dedicated to improving the lives of individuals living with diabetes through comprehensive education, personalized care, and innovative treatment approaches.