Educator-Diabetes

Location: [Not specified] 

Position: Diabetes Educator

Shift: 1.0 Days 8:00a-4:30p

 

IU Health is Indiana’s largest and most comprehensive healthcare system, dedicated to community health and patient education. We are seeking a compassionate and knowledgeable Diabetes Educator to work with patients and community members, utilizing the nursing process to develop effective treatment strategies and promote healthy lifestyle choices.

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Position Overview: 

Using the nursing process, the Diabetes Educator collaborates with patients and community members, applying clinical experience to create tailored treatment plans and provide education on disease management and prevention. Responsibilities include explaining treatments and procedures, conducting health screenings, and educating the community on ways to improve health outcomes and prevent disease. The populations served are defined within the department's scope of service, and the role supports IU Health’s mission to improve the health of all Hoosiers through purpose-driven, compassionate care.

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Key Responsibilities: 

• Educate patients and community members on disease management, health promotion, and prevention strategies. 
• Communicates with adult and pediatric patient populations with existing diagnosis and new diagnosis.
• Collaborate with healthcare teams to ensure patient-centered care and education. 
• Explain treatment plans, procedures, and health screenings to patients and groups. 
• Promote healthy lifestyle choices and disease prevention in diverse populations. 
• Demonstrate commitment to IU Health’s mission, vision, and values by practicing purpose, excellence, compassion, and teamwork. 

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Qualifications & Requirements:

• Education: 

• Associate of Nursing (ASN) required. 
• Bachelor of Nursing (BSN) preferred. 

• Licensure & Certifications: 

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Indiana or an active Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) RN license. 
• Graduate from a nationally accredited nursing program. 
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association (AHA). 
• Other advanced life support certifications may be required per department policies. 
• May require specialty certification related to diabetes or community health.  *Requested specialty certification within a year of hire. 

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Why Join IU Health? 

• Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance 
• Retirement savings plan with employer match 
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities 
• Employee assistance programs and wellness initiatives 
• Supportive work environment committed to safety and excellence 

To learn more about our benefits, visit: careers.iuhealth.org/pages/benefits-designed-for-you

• Indiana University Health has nearly 40,000 team members, including more than 3,600 physicians and 1,200 advanced practice providers, and we’re home to the largest nursing network in Indiana with more than 9,000 nursing team members at over 800 sites of care.
• IU Health is ranked No. 1 in Indiana by U.S. News & World Report, Riley Children's Health is ranked among the top children's hospitals in the country by U.S. News & World Report.
• A unique partnership with the Indiana University School of Medicine – one of the nation’s largest medical schools – gives patients access to groundbreaking research and innovative treatments, and it offers team members access to the latest science and the very best training – advancing healthcare for all.
• With 15 hospitals, including seven with Magnet designation and eight with Pathways to Excellence designation, our team members are leading the way through excellence.
• At Indiana University Health, your personal and professional growth is a top priority. You will have access to many diverse opportunities to learn and develop in meaningful ways that matter most to you, such as advanced clinical training, leadership development, promotion opportunities and cross training development.
• Indiana University Health is invested in the lives of Hoosiers, leading the transformation of healthcare to make Indiana one of the nation’s healthiest states.