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Diabetes Educator - Mercy South

Mercy • Full-time • Concord, MO, US • 1d ago

Find your calling at Mercy!

The Patient Educator – Diabetes uses the nursing process to provide high‑quality, age‑appropriate patient education and care. This role ensures compliance with Mercy Hospital policies, supports the mission of the Nursing Department, and promotes safe, effective, and compassionate patient interactions.

Position Details:

Key Responsibilities:

Provide diabetes education following American Diabetes Association guidelines
Deliver compassionate, age‑appropriate teaching using the Nursing Process
Assist with discharge planning and case management
Maintain complete, accurate, and legible nursing documentation
Provide education to patients, families, students, and staff
Assess and document learning needs and comprehension levels
Participate in quality improvement activities to enhance patient care
Prioritize workload effectively and ensure proper charging of supplies
Communicate clearly and professionally; demonstrate adaptability and a positive attitude
Engage in ongoing professional development aligned with ADA requirements
Attend meetings and share relevant information with the care team
Perform additional duties as assigned

Requirements:

Education: Graduation from an approved school of nursing.
Licensure: Current licensure by the State Board of Nursing in the state of practice.
Experience: Must be a registered nurse with a minimum of 5-7 years clinical experience. Knowledge, skills and experience with adult learners is needed. Must be able to implement and revise teaching outline using objectives and activities that will enhance patient/family understanding of patients condition. Strong human relations skills.
Certifications: CPR
Other: To ensure patient safety, it is mandatory that all licensed personnel pass a medication and math competency test before assuming medication administration responsibilities. This exam will cover knowledge of the actions and side effects of commonly used drugs along with math regarding correct dosages and IV problems. The passing grade on this exam is 90% and it may be repeated one time. Failure to pass the retake may result in termination of employment.

Why Mercy?

From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period.

Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you'll grow with us.

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