Registered Nurse Educator Clinical Diabetes

Location: Bartlesville, OK

Facility: Ascension Jane Phillips Medical Center

Department/Specialty: Outpatient Diabetes Education

Schedule: FT, Schedule can Monday - Thursday 10 hr days; or can be Monday-Friday 8 hr days (8am-430p or 730a-330p)

• Drive improved glycemic control by delivering nurse-led education that significantly lowers HbA1c levels and reduces long-term diabetes complications.
• Equip patients with essential survival skills and effective discharge planning, leading to lower hospital readmission rates.
• Empower individuals to manage their diabetes confidently through tailored education on diet, lifestyle, and medication adherence.
• Enhance patient engagement and outcomes by providing hands-on training with advanced diabetes technologies such as CGMs and insulin delivery systems.

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• Registered Nurse credentialed from the Oklahoma Board of Nursing required.
• Advanced Life Support preferred. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• BLS Provider preferred. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Certified Educator specializing in Diabetes Management preferred.

Education:

• Diploma from an accredited school/college of nursing OR Required professional licensure at time of hire.

• Demonstrated passion for patient education in diabetes management, including short- and long-term complications, behavior modification, and nutrition
• Prior experience in diabetes management (professional or personal)
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills to explain complex medical information to patients with varying levels of health literacy
• Experience with motivational interviewing and behavior change coaching

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 97,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you’ll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

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Paid time off (PTO)
Various health insurance options & wellness plans
Retirement benefits including employer match plans
Long-term & short-term disability
Employee assistance programs (EAP)
Parental leave & adoption assistance
Tuition reimbursement
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