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Job description
Diabetic Nurse Educator
The Diabetic Nurse Educator is a full-time RN position in Great Falls, Montana, focused on educating patients, families, and staff about diabetes prevention and management. The role supports diverse patient populations across long-term care, acute care, dialysis, and outpatient settings. The educator works independently and collaboratively to improve health outcomes.
Key Responsibilities:
Provide comprehensive diabetes education to patients and families across multiple care settings
Develop individualized diabetes management plans based on patient needs and provider recommendations
Educate patients on blood glucose monitoring, medication administration, insulin management, nutrition, and lifestyle modifications
Collaborate with physicians, nurses, dietitians, pharmacists, and other healthcare professionals to optimize patient outcomes
Assess patient understanding and readiness for diabetes self-management
Monitor patient progress and adjust educational plans as needed
Provide education regarding diabetes prevention and risk reduction strategies
Assist patients in understanding treatment goals and improving adherence to care plans
Maintain accurate patient documentation and educational records
Stay current with evidence-based diabetes care guidelines and best practices
Participate in quality improvement initiatives and community outreach programs when applicable
Serve as a clinical resource for staff regarding diabetes management and education
Qualifications:
Graduate of an accredited Registered Nursing program
Current Montana Registered Nurse license or eligibility for licensure
Minimum of four years Registered Nurse experience
Strong clinical background in patient education, chronic disease management, or diabetes care preferred
Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist certification preferred but not required
Current Basic Life Support certification preferred
Excellent communication, presentation, and patient counseling skills
Ability to work independently and collaboratively within an interdisciplinary healthcare team
Preferred Skills:
Experience working with diabetic patient populations
Background in acute care, outpatient services, dialysis, long-term care, or chronic disease management
Passion for patient advocacy and preventative healthcare
Strong organizational and time management skills
Experience developing educational materials and patient care plans
Who can apply
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