Diabetes Educator RN

# Diabetes Nurse Educator - DSME Program **Full-time | Outpatient | Hagerstown, MD** Are you passionate about empowering patients to take control of their health? Join our team as a **Diabetes Nurse Educator** and play a vital role in guiding individuals through the **Diabetes Self-Management Education (DSME) program**. You'll combine clinical expertise with compassionate teaching to help patients live healthier, more confident lives. ### What You'll Do * **Educate & Empower:** Teach patients insulin self-administration, glucose monitoring, and use of glucose pumps. * **Support Lifestyle Change:** Provide guidance on medications, nutrition, and lifestyle adjustments to improve outcomes. * **Lead Programs:** Deliver DSME curriculum aligned with **American Diabetes Association (ADA)** standards and current best practices. * **Collaborate:** Work closely with multidisciplinary providers to ensure coordinated, patient-centered care. * **Improve Outcomes:** Collect and validate DSME program data to enhance effectiveness and patient success. * **Stay Current:** Act as a resource for updated diabetes education and continuously refine program content. ### Education & Experience * Graduate of an accredited school of nursing (BSN preferred). * Minimum of 5 years of clinical experience, including teaching in a specialty area. * Experience in outpatient care and working with multidisciplinary teams. * Strong critical thinking and clinical competence. ### Licensure & Certification * Current RN license in Maryland **OR** Nurse Multi-State Compact license with "Compact" or "Multi-State Privilege" designation. * Certification in area of specialty required. * **Certified Diabetes Educator (CDE)** credential preferred, or eligibility to obtain certification. ### Knowledge & Skills * Familiarity with CPT/ICD coding and ADA guidelines for outpatient diabetes education. * Strong documentation and continuing education record. * Excellent communication skills with the ability to teach, motivate, and inspire patients. * Commitment to excellence in practice and patient-centered care. ### Why Join Us * Make a direct impact on patient health and quality of life. * Work in a collaborative, supportive environment with dedicated professionals. * Opportunity to grow professionally through continuing education and specialty certification. * Be part of a program recognized for excellence in diabetes education. **Caring for Our Team**** **We offer a comprehensive benefits package to support our employees' well-being and professional growth. Benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance available starting the 1st of the month following date of hire, along with life insurance, & short and long-term disability coverage. Paid Time Off begins accruing from day one, and we also provide a 401k plan, an education assistance program, and an employee assistance program. Additionally, employees working evening, night, or weekend shifts may be eligible for a shift differential, adding even more value to your role. **Happy to Help** At Meritus, we believe in a collaborative and caring work environment. Interactions are an opportunity to learn, listen and to be there for one another. Therefore, we provide warm welcomes, hospitality-driven closures, and are always Happy to Help.