Registered Nurse Clinical Educator Diabetes

Ascension • Hoffman Estates, IL

9d • Onsite

About The Position

The Registered Nurse Clinical Educator Diabetes creates and oversees diabetes education programs aligned with ADA standards, with a focus on prevention, management, and patient empowerment. The role collaborates with physicians, nurses, dietitians, and other team members to develop and implement individualized care plans for patients with diabetes.

The educator teaches patients and families self-management strategies, including lifestyle modifications, medication use, and self-monitoring techniques. The role also tracks patient progress, assesses program effectiveness, and adjusts strategies to support optimal diabetes management and adherence to ADA guidelines.

This part-time, day-shift position is based at Ascension Saint Alexius in Hoffman Estates, Illinois.

Requirements

• Registered Nurse credentialed from the Illinois Board of Nursing before the hire date or job transfer date.
• A diploma from an accredited school or college of nursing, or required professional licensure at the time of hire.

Nice To Haves

• Advanced Life Support certification; American Heart Association or American Red Cross certification accepted.
• BLS Provider certification; American Heart Association or American Red Cross certification accepted.
• Educator specializing in Diabetes Management credentialed from the American Heart Association (AHA).
• Registered Nurse with CDCES (Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist).
• Outpatient RN experience.
• RN experience working in an endocrinology office, inpatient acute care (med-surg/cardiology), as an inpatient charge nurse, or as an inpatient/outpatient nurse educator.

Responsibilities

• Create and oversee diabetes education programs aligned with ADA standards, focusing on prevention, management, and patient empowerment.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, dietitians, and other team members to create and implement individualized care plans for diabetes patients.
• Educate patients and families on self-management strategies, including lifestyle modifications, medication, and self-monitoring techniques.
• Track patient progress, assess program effectiveness, and adjust strategies to support optimal diabetes management and adherence to ADA guidelines.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health coverage, including medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, and HSA/FSA options.
• Employer-matched 403(b), financial planning and hardship resources, disability insurance, and life insurance.
• Paid time off (PTO) and holidays.
• Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development, and online learning.
• Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care, and stress management resources.
• Parental leave, adoption assistance, and family benefits.
• Optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings, and more.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: Associate degree