Registered Nurse Diabetes Educator - Endocrinology and Metabolism

Location: 1221 Sixth St. #208, Traverse City, Michigan 49684

About the Role

As northern Michigan's largest healthcare system, we are deeply connected to the communities we serve and committed to caring for our families, friends, and neighbors. When you join Munson Healthcare, you’ll find a supportive work environment focused on continuously improving. This is a place where you can learn and grow, and your career can flex with your life. Our dynamic work environment includes many opportunities for growth and development.

Be part of a team that nurtures a culture of caring every day. Our people make Munson Healthcare a great place to work!

Responsibilities

The RN Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (DCES) delivers comprehensive and seamless services that integrate all clinical and self-management aspects of diabetes care. The DCES is an integral part of the inter-professional team and provides:

• Collaborative, comprehensive, and person-centered care and education conducive to behavior change and improved quality of life across the lifespan.
• Support and advocacy for people affected by diabetes to optimize quality care.
• Promotion of self-management to achieve individualized behavioral and treatment goals to reduce risks and optimize health outcomes.

Requirements

• Currently licensed as a Registered Nurse in the State of Michigan.
• Bachelor’s degree in nursing or related field preferred.
• Certification as a Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (CDCES) through the Certification Board for Diabetes Care and Education preferred. If not certified, will obtain CDCES as soon as certification requirements are met.
• Must have or obtain working knowledge of diabetes care technology.

Schedule

40 hours weekly: Monday - Friday, 7:15 AM to 5:30 PM

Benefits

• Competitive salaries
• Full benefits, paid holidays, and paid time off (up to 19 days your first year)
• Tuition reimbursement and ongoing educational opportunities
• Retirement savings plan with employer match and personal consulting
• Wellness plans, an employee assistance program, and employee discounts

Terms and conditions apply.

Additional Information

Munson Healthcare requires all employees be vaccinated or have lab-confirmed immunity for Measles, Mumps, Rubella, and Varicella. MHC also requires all employees to receive a flu vaccine during the flu season in the year they are hired and annually thereafter, or receive an approved medical or religious exemption.