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Advocate Aurora Health

Registered Dietitian, RN – Diabetes Educator

Advocate Aurora Health

. Provide care following the National Standards for Diabetes Self-Management Education and Support as defined by ADA or ADCES .

Posted 9/24/2026full-timeGreenfield • Wisconsin • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $36 - $53 per hourWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in diabetes management education, including medication, nutrition, and exercise, while providing tailored patient support and adhering to ADA standards. Possesses strong communication and organizational skills to effectively collaborate with healthcare teams and deliver patient-centered care.

Highest-signal resume keywords
Registered Nurse (RN) LicenseCertified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (CDCES)Diabetes Management EducationMedical Nutrition TherapyPatient-Oriented Educational Experience

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Hard Skills
Diabetes ManagementPatient EducationBlood Glucose MonitoringMedication AdjustmentNutritional Assessment
Soft Skills
Strong Communication SkillsOrganizational SkillsTime ManagementFlexibilityPublic Speaking
Tools & Technologies
Diabetes Management TechnologyEducational Materials Development
Certifications & Qualifications
Registered Dietitian LicenseCDCES Certification
Industry Keywords
ADA StandardsDiabetes Self-Management Education and Support (DSMT)Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT)Patient Care PlansCommunity Health Events

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Provide care following the National Standards for Diabetes Self-Management Education and Support as defined by ADA or ADCES
  • Assess patient learning needs, goals, and barriers to care and tailor educational interventions
  • Lead individual and group education sessions on diabetes management, including medication, nutrition, exercise, and blood glucose monitoring
  • Provide formal inpatient and/or outpatient diabetes management instruction
  • Provide medical nutrition therapy for patients with diabetes or other referring diagnoses when a Registered Dietitian
  • Provide ongoing diabetes-management support and follow-up
  • Maintain knowledge of diabetes-management technology and manufacturer protocols
  • Collaborate with the healthcare team to develop and implement comprehensive care plans
  • Adjust diabetes medications per protocol under provider order, proven competencies, and departmental policy
  • Stay current on diabetes-care developments and ensure compliance with ADA standards
  • Document and charge for services in accordance with CMS and payer requirements for DSMT and MNT services
  • Participate in community events and coordinate support meetings
  • Participate in development and evaluation of patient education programs and materials
  • Act as a health resource for healthcare providers, patients, and the community

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Current license or certification to practice as a Registered Nurse (RN) or Registered Dietitian in the applicable state
  • Degree in Nursing, Dietetics, or another related discipline meeting CDCES certification eligibility requirements
  • Master's degree in Dietetics required if Dietitian license was obtained after 01/01/2024
  • Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (CDCES) preferred; if not certified, certification must be obtained within two years, not to exceed three years
  • Two years of patient-oriented educational experience preferred, with broad diabetes knowledge across age-appropriate populations and co-existing health conditions
  • Strong oral and written communication skills
  • Organizational and effective time management skills
  • Flexibility to adapt to changes in daily routine
  • Public speaking skills or potential to develop them
  • Self-directed
  • If not yet CDCES-certified, completion of required diabetes-related continuing education hours annually per ADA/ADCES requirements
  • Knowledge and skills appropriate to the age of patients served
  • Knowledge of growth and development principles across the life span
  • Ability to work occasional irregular hours
  • BSN preferred for nursing degree

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Benefits eligible
  • Paid Time Off programs
  • Medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability benefits
  • Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
  • Adoption assistance
  • Paid parental leave
  • Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match
  • Other financial wellness programs
  • Educational Assistance Program
  • Premium pay such as shift and on-call pay based on position
  • Incentive pay for select positions
  • Opportunity for annual performance-based increases
  • Career development and well-being programs