Certified Diabetic Educator

Pay Range:

The base pay range for this position is

$39.55-$58.55 Hourly

however, base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

Job Title: Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (CDCES)

Work Schedule for this Position: Monday-Friday 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

Company Statement:

Pullman Regional is an innovative, patient-focused, multi-disciplinary based work environment where all members of the team contribute to the exceptional care of our patients and the community.

Position Overview:

The Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (CDCES) provides comprehensive diabetes self-management education and support (DSMES) across a network of outpatient clinics including Endocrinology. This role partners with interdisciplinary care teams to improve clinical outcomes, enhance patient self-management, and reduce complications associated with diabetes and related conditions. The CDCES delivers patient-centered care using evidence-based guidelines and behavior change strategies.

A Day in the Life:

• Provide individualized and group diabetes self-management education and support aligned with standards from the American Diabetes Association and Association of Diabetes Care & Education Specialists

• Assess patient needs, readiness to change, health literacy, and barriers to care

• Support newly diagnosed patients and those with uncontrolled diabetes or complex regimens in collaboration with primary care and endocrinology

• Develop and implement personalized care and education plans

• Educate patients on medication management (including insulin), blood glucose monitoring, nutrition, physical activity, and risk reduction

• Train patients on diabetes technology, including continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) and insulin delivery systems

• Collaborate with physicians, advanced practice providers, pharmacists, dietitians, and nurse care managers across clinic sites

• Monitor patient progress and outcomes; adjust care plans accordingly

• Document all patient interactions in the electronic health record (EHR) in compliance with regulatory and billing requirements

• Support population health initiatives within the clinic network

• Participate in quality improvement projects and help track program performance metrics (e.g., A1C reduction, adherence, hospitalization rates)

• Support transition from hospital to home: reinforce diabetes education as part of discharge planning and care transitions

About You!

This Job is For You if You Have:

• Current certification as a Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (CDCES)

• Active, unrestricted clinical license in a qualifying discipline (e.g., RN, RD/RDN, PharmD/RPh, NP, PA)

• Bachelor's degree

• Minimum of 2-3 years of experience in diabetes care, education, or chronic disease management

• Strong knowledge of current diabetes clinical guidelines and standards of care

• Experience with diabetes technologies (CGM, insulin pumps, smart pens)

• Proficiency in EHR systems and care documentation

A Wow if You Have:

• Master's degree

Company Perks:

Our employees are our most important asset and that's reflected in our benefits. Pullman Regional is proud to offer a variety of benefits to support employees and their families, including:

• Medical/Vision, Dental, Health Savings Account, and Paid Leave Time
• Employer Paid Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability
• Retirement with Employer Matching Contributions
• Voluntary Benefits that include: Life Insurance, Critical Illness, Accident Insurance, and Short-Term Disability
• Services Discount and EAP Resources

A Few More Important Points:

The job posting highlights the most critical responsibilities and requirements of the job. It is not all-inclusive. There may be additional duties, responsibilities, and qualifications for this job.

Disability Contacts:

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