Diabetes Educator, Open Rank (Instructor– Senior Instructor)

University of Colorado•Aurora, CO

7d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Division of Maternal Fetal Medicine, at the University of Colorado is hiring a full-time Diabetes Educator at the Instructor or Senior Instructor rank. The position supports the freestanding Maternal Fetal Medicine clinic at locations in Downtown Denver, Littleton, Parker, and Fort Collins, as well as the Children’s Hospital Colorado – North Campus location. The role is eligible for a hybrid schedule, with 1–2 days per week on campus and additional in-person attendance as needed for meetings. The Diabetes Educator provides education and follow-up to pregnant adults with gestational diabetes and Type 2 diabetes. The educator works independently and collaboratively with the MFM care team, proposes insulin initiation and titration regimens subject to MFM physician authorization, and supports diabetes program planning, delivery, evaluation, and quality improvement. Services are provided both by telehealth and in person. Appointment rank is based on the candidate’s experience and demonstrated contributions in teaching, clinical work, research, and/or service. Instructor qualifications include a master’s degree in nursing or a related field, Registered Dietitian status, and CDCES certification. Senior Instructor candidates must also have at least five years of diabetes-care experience. The position requires authorization to work in the United States without employer sponsorship.

Requirements

Master’s degree in nursing or a related field, or an allowed year-for-year substitution of education and related technical/paraprofessional experience.
Registered Dietitian.
Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (CDCES).
For Senior Instructor rank, at least five years of experience working in diabetes care.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Demonstrated ability to work under pressure.
Ability to multitask.
Willingness to learn and comply with relevant laws, rules, regulations, and policies.
Legally authorized to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship; the employer cannot provide work visa sponsorship or employment authorization.

Nice To Haves

Experience with the psychological and social aspects of living with diabetes.
Previous clinical and research experience.
Knowledge of and experience working with Type 2 and gestational diabetes.
Experience independently assessing glucose patterns and making insulin initiation and titration recommendations, preferably in management of diabetes during pregnancy.

Responsibilities

Provide diabetes education and follow-up to pregnant adults with gestational diabetes and Type 2 diabetes.
Educate patients and families about diabetes types and disease progression; the implications of diabetes in pregnancy; blood glucose monitoring; insulin and non-insulin medications; carbohydrate counting and meal planning; exercise and lifestyle modifications; hypo- and hyperglycemia management; and diabetes technologies such as continuous glucose monitors (CGMs).
Propose insulin initiation and titration regimens, subject to authorization by an MFM physician.
Place CGMs and provide education on their use.
Interpret glycemic patterns from CGM data or glucometer logs and collaborate with the MFM care team on therapeutic adjustments.
Participate in diabetes program planning, delivery, and evaluation.
Maintain accurate, up-to-date clinical notes in accordance with Maternal Fetal Medicine guidelines.
Participate in team and staff meetings in support of service delivery and division goals.
Individually and collaboratively develop and implement quality improvement initiatives and activities.
Protect privacy and confidentiality.
Practice independently and demonstrate continuing education in diabetes management.
Provide services via telehealth and in person.
Bill accurately for services.
Provide backup communication with pharmacies about supply and insulin orders and complete prior authorizations.