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Certified Diabetes Educator Jobs in Rio Rancho, NM

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Clinical Dietitian

Albuquerque, NM · On-site

Certifications in CDE (Certified Diabetes Educator), CNSC (Certified Nutrition Support Clinician)or CSP (Certified Specialist in Pediatrics). OR Successful completion of PHS competency in adult ...

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Certified Nurse Practitioner

Albuquerque, NM · On-site

Certified Nurse Practitioner (CNP) - State of New Mexico Reports To: Medical Director Employment ... diabetes, and thyroid disorders. * Provide patient education on blue light exposure, digital eye ...

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How much do certified diabetes educator jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 29, 2026, the average hourly pay for certified diabetes educator in Rio Rancho, NM is $39.65, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $35.72 and $43.41 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a certified diabetes educator?

A Certified Diabetes Educator (CDE) is a healthcare professional who specializes in educating and supporting people living with diabetes. They help patients understand their condition, manage blood sugar levels, and adopt healthy lifestyle habits such as proper nutrition and physical activity. CDEs work with individuals and groups to create personalized management plans and often collaborate with physicians, nurses, and dietitians. Their goal is to empower patients to effectively manage diabetes and prevent complications.

What does a certified diabetes educator do?

The job duties of a certified diabetes educator (CDE) involve educating patients who have prediabetes or have received a diabetes diagnosis regarding lifestyle changes, prevention strategies, and disease management practices. Responsibilities include working with a diabetic patient to help them understand dietary needs, medication dosages, and diabetes monitoring practices such as testing blood sugar levels. A CDE follows up with patients to assess their ability to manage their diabetes. They may also collect patient data and share progress reports with other medical professionals. The qualifications you need to become a certified diabetes educator vary but include certification through the National Certification Board for Diabetes Educators.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a certified diabetes educator?

To thrive as a Certified Diabetes Educator, you need a solid background in diabetes management, nutrition, and patient education, generally supported by a health professional license and CDE certification. Familiarity with blood glucose monitoring systems, insulin delivery devices, and electronic health records is often required. Outstanding communication, motivational interviewing, and cultural sensitivity set top educators apart. These skills empower patients to manage their condition effectively, leading to better health outcomes and improved quality of life.

How does a certified diabetes educator typically collaborate with other healthcare professionals to support patient care?

Certified Diabetes Educators (CDEs) frequently work as part of a multidisciplinary healthcare team, collaborating closely with physicians, nurses, dietitians, and pharmacists. They often participate in case conferences, share patient progress updates, and help develop individualized care plans. This collaboration ensures that patients receive comprehensive diabetes management, including education on medication, nutrition, lifestyle changes, and self-monitoring. Effective teamwork is essential for addressing the complex needs of patients and improving health outcomes.

What is the difference between Certified Diabetes Educator vs Diabetes Nurse Educator?

CriteriaCertified Diabetes EducatorDiabetes Nurse Educator
CertificationsCertified Diabetes Educator (CDE) credential requiredRegistered Nurse (RN) license; may pursue additional diabetes education certifications
Work EnvironmentClinics, hospitals, community health centers, private practiceHospitals, clinics, outpatient settings, sometimes community health
Employer & IndustryHealthcare organizations, diabetes education programsHospitals, clinics, healthcare facilities
Common Search/ComparisonYesYes

The main difference is that a Certified Diabetes Educator (CDE) has specialized certification in diabetes education, whereas a Diabetes Nurse Educator is a registered nurse who may or may not have additional diabetes-specific credentials. Both roles work in similar healthcare settings, providing patient education and support for diabetes management. However, the CDE credential signifies advanced expertise in diabetes care, often leading to more specialized responsibilities.

Are diabetes educators in demand?

Diabetes educators are in high demand due to the increasing prevalence of diabetes and the need for specialized patient education. They often work in healthcare settings, requiring certification such as Certified Diabetes Educator (CDE), and their skills are valued for improving patient outcomes and managing chronic conditions.
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Infographic showing various Certified Diabetes Educator job openings in Rio Rancho, NM as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 75% Full Time, 16% Part Time, and 7% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $82,464 per year, or $39.6 per hour.

HEALTH EDUCATOR (DIABETES)

Bernalillo, NM • On-site

Sandia Resort and Casino
Amusement, Gambling, and Recreation • 501 - 1,000 employees

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$54.29 - $65.14/hr

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Posted 10 days ago

Job description

Position Summary
Coordinates the Diabetes Education Program to serve population needs in accordance with goals outlined in the Diabetes Grant (SPDI). Provides leadership, assistance, support and coordination of services for community members of the Pueblo of Sandia in all areas of diabetes health education, wellness and prevention activities.
Our philosophy is built on the principles of integrity, fairness, collaboration, communication, and recognition for performance excellence. Meeting all performance standards leads to attracting and retaining a qualified workforce, provides opportunities for qualified team members, and contributes towards the ongoing success of the Pueblo of Sandia today and in the future.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
  1. Plans, designs, implements and assesses a systematic comprehensive diabetes program in collaboration with Health/Wellness Center staff. Serves as the Diabetes Team Leader.
  2. Writes, manages, and reports on State/Federal grants as appropriate.
  3. Develops and manages annual budget.
  4. Establishes strategic preventative health goals for all ages of community members.
  5. Creates marketing and outreach plans for the diabetes program.
  6. Develops Key Performance Indicators to track program goals.
  7. Provides individual and group education as necessary and or requested by team members on diabetes care (provider-oriented), self-care and management (client-oriented) and diabetes prevention (community-oriented).
  8. Works with the Clinic/Wellness staff on an on-going basis in developing and implementing diabetes prevention programs including health fairs, diabetes screening, education activities and exercise programs.
  9. Coordinates diabetes care and patient visits with Clinic/Wellness departments for the prevention of diabetes related complications; departments include Optometry, Dental, Physical Therapy, Nutrition, Podiatry, Senior and Recreation programs.
  10. In coordination with the Medical Director, assesses, plans, develops, implements and evaluates quality diabetes care for the community through annual in-depth diabetes program assessments.
  11. Case management and scheduling of appointments according to GPRA indicators for Diabetic patients.
  12. Works with IHS DM staff and becomes familiar with IHS audit tools and webpage and DM Registry.
  13. Performs additional duties and responsibilities as necessary or assigned.
  14. Punctual and regular attendance is an essential responsibility for all team members and are expected to report to work based upon the assigned schedule each day in accordance with the Attendance Policy for Pueblo of Sandia.

Additional Responsibilities
  1. May cross trained clinic nurse and RPMs' package owner if appropriate.
  2. Demonstrates strong interpersonal skills in building a cohesive working relationship with co-workers and internal/external contact.
  3. Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Key Performance Indicators
This position has Key Performance Indicators (KPI's) identified as a measurement of success. KPI's will be shared with all team members who work in this job title and feedback will be provided regarding the successful completion of the KPI's as part of the performance review process.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
  1. Knowledge of diabetes and healthcare prevention programs including physical activity, nutrition and diabetes management.
  2. Ability to work with a multi-disciplinary team of health care providers.
  3. Knowledge of community and community resources.
  4. Ability to give oral presentations and prepare written reports.
  5. Ability to collect, analyze and report data.
  6. Knowledge of Indian Health Service and other health services.
  7. Ability to travel and attend training seminars, continuing education programs, meetings and conferences.
  8. Basic computer knowledge using Windows based computer and Microsoft Office software.
  9. Experience working with children and seniors.
  10. Ability to create an effective marketing campaign.
  11. Ability to foster a positive relationship with community members.
  12. Ability to role model healthy behavior.
  13. Able to comprehend and abide by complex policies and procedures. Employees will adhere to the Pueblo of Sandia Human Resources Team Member Handbook and other PSHC Administrative policies, procedures and SOPs.

Education and Experience
Required:
  1. Associates degree in nursing from an accredited college or university.
  2. Five (5) years' experience in health education, outpatient nursing and diabetic population management.

Preferred:
  1. Bachelor's degree (BSN) in nursing from an accredited college or university.

License/Certifications/Registrations
  1. Current New Mexico RN Licensure with the NM Board of Nursing.
  2. Current CPR and First Aid certifications
  3. The following immunizations and titers are required prior to employment start date:
    • Hepatitis B series or immune by titer
    • Tdap
    • MMR or immune by titer
    • Annual TB test
    • Annual Flu vaccination (seasonal)
    • COVID booster (optional but encouraged)
  4. Must be able to successfully pass a stringent background investigation and character investigation in compliance with PL 101.630.
  5. Will require a pre-employment and random drug screening.

Physical Requirements/Working Conditions
The following selected physical activities are required to perform the essential functions of this position
Physical Requirement
Description
Balancing
Maintaining body equilibrium to prevent falling and walking, standing, or crouching on narrow, slippery, or erratically moving surfaces. This factor is important if the amount of balancing exceeds that needed for ordinary locomotion and maintenance of body equilibrium.
Crouching
Bending the body downward and forward by bending leg and spine.
Feeling
Perceiving attributes of objects, such as size, shape, temperature, or texture by touching with skin, particularly that of fingertips.
Finger Dexterity
Picking, pinching, typing or otherwise working, primarily with fingers rather than with the whole hand as in handling.
Grasping
Applying pressure to an object with the fingers and palm.
Hearing
Perceiving the nature of sounds at normal speaking levels with or without correction. Ability to receive detailed information through oral communication, and to make the discriminations in sound.
Kneeling
Bending legs at knee to come to a rest on knee or knees.
Lifting
Raising objects from a lower to a higher position or moving objects horizontally from position-to-position. This factor is important if it occurs to a considerable degree and requires substantial use of upper extremities and back muscles. (Up to 25 lbs.)
Pulling
Using upper extremities to exert force to draw, haul, or tug objects in a sustained motion. (Up to 25 lbs.)
Pushing
Using upper extremities to press against something with steady force to thrust forward, downward, or outward. (Up to 25 lbs.)
Reaching
Extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction.
Seeing
The ability to perceive the nature of objects by the eye.
Walking
Job requirements include, in the performance of duties, walking throughout the work area, on various work surfaces throughout internal or external locations.
Sitting
Particularly for sustained periods of time.
Standing
Particularly for sustained periods of time.
Stooping
Bending body downward and forward by bending spine at the waist. This factor is important if it occurs to a considerable degree and requires full motion of the lower extremities and back muscles.
Talking
Expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word. Those activities in which they must convey detailed or important spoken instructions to other workers accurately, loudly, or quickly.
List Working Conditions Required:
  1. Work is performed indoors and outdoors. Outside work is subject to temperature extremes and inclement weather conditions.
  2. Work hours subject to change with overtime work required.
  3. Subject to hazards which may cause personal bodily harm; smoke; diseases; cuts bruises, burns, common cold, influenza, dust, odors and elevated noise levels.
  4. The environment involves some exposure to physical risks which require following basic safety procedures.
  5. Work environment involves some exposure to contagious diseases and or blood borne pathogens and may require use of personal protective equipment.
  6. Subject to hazards which may cause personal bodily harm; smoke; diseases; cuts bruises, burns, common cold, influenza, dust, odors and elevated noise levels.
  7. Tasks may be performed on uneven, inclined, hard and soft carpeted floors, cement structures and surfaces.

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