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Diabetes Educator *CDCES Required*

Vancouver, WA · On-site

$42 - $52/hr

In this role , you will work in conjunction with diabetes program coordinator to perform DSME program education, integrate nutrition plans into treatment plans, and perform individualized follow-up ...

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How much do diabetes program jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 20, 2026, the average yearly pay for diabetes program in the United States is $45,721.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $37,500.00 and $47,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a diabetes program?

A Diabetes Program is a structured initiative or set of services designed to help individuals prevent, manage, and live well with diabetes. These programs typically offer education on blood sugar monitoring, nutrition, exercise, medication management, and lifestyle changes. They may be provided by hospitals, clinics, community organizations, or public health departments and are often led by diabetes educators, nurses, or dietitians. The goal is to improve health outcomes and quality of life for people with diabetes.

What are the typical responsibilities of a professional working in a diabetes program team?

Professionals in a Diabetes Program typically engage in coordinating patient education, developing individualized care plans, and monitoring patient progress in collaboration with endocrinologists, nurses, and dietitians. Their work often involves organizing community outreach initiatives, tracking health outcomes, and providing ongoing support to help patients manage their condition. The role requires strong communication skills, as team members regularly interact with both patients and multidisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure comprehensive care.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a diabetes program coordinator, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Diabetes Program Coordinator, you need a solid background in healthcare, diabetes education, and program management, often supported by a degree in nursing, public health, or a related field and Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (CDCES) certification. Familiarity with electronic medical records, data tracking systems, and patient education platforms is essential. Strong interpersonal skills, cultural competence, and the ability to motivate and educate both patients and staff set top performers apart. These skills ensure effective patient support, program success, and improved health outcomes for individuals managing diabetes.

What is the difference between Diabetes Program vs Diabetes Educator?

AspectDiabetes ProgramDiabetes Educator
CredentialsVaries; may include healthcare administration or program management certificationsCertified Diabetes Educator (CDE), RN, RD, or other healthcare credentials
Work EnvironmentHealthcare facilities, community health programs, clinicsHospitals, clinics, community health centers, patient homes
Employer & Industry UsageHealthcare organizations, public health agenciesHospitals, clinics, private practices
Primary FocusManaging and coordinating diabetes-related programs and servicesProviding patient education and self-management support for diabetes

The main difference is that a Diabetes Program oversees the planning and management of diabetes-related initiatives, while a Diabetes Educator directly educates and supports patients in managing their condition. Both roles are essential in diabetes care but focus on different aspects of service delivery.

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Infographic showing various Diabetes Program job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 78% Full Time, 17% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $45,721 per year, or $22 per hour.

Diabetes Dietitian - Clinic - Coweta

Muscogee Nation Department of Health

Coweta, OK • On-site

$23 - $30.75/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 12 days ago

Job description

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education - Completion of a Program accredited by the Accreditation Council for Nutrition and Dietetics.
Experience - One (1) year related experience. Three (3) years' relevant experience is preferred.
Licenses & Certification - Incumbent must be registered (RD) with the Commission on Dietetic Registration and licensed by the State of Oklahoma as a Dietitian (RD/LD). If incumbent has current provisional licensure, the licensure will be required within 6 months of employment. Certification as a Certified Diabetes Care & Education Specialist (CDCES) preferred or must obtain certification within 3 years to maintain job position.
Knowledge & Skills -
  1. Knowledge of diabetes and its impact upon the Native American population.
  2. Knowledge of nutrition as it relates to diabetes, diabetes awareness and prevention in communities.
  3. Knowledge and skill in nutrition counseling and education in a clinical setting.
  4. High degree of knowledge in health care delivery and quality improvement.
  5. High degree of knowledge and skills in providing preventive and treatment interventions to persons with diabetes in outpatient settings including initial, routine, urgent, annual, follow-up, and complication care.
  6. Knowledge of ADCES, ADA, IHS, MCNDH and Diabetes Program guidelines, regulations, policies and procedures.
  7. Ability to provide case management to patients with diabetes using current diabetes care standards and team-derived clinical and educational guidelines.
  8. Ability to assess patients' nutritional needs and prepare nutritional care plan.
  9. Ability to effectively plan, coordinate diabetes activities and nutrition-related education to groups and individuals within the clinic and community setting.
  10. High degree of knowledge in diabetes self-management education and standards required by the American Diabetes Association's Recognition program.
  11. Knowledge of cultural competencies in the Native American Indians relevant to diabetes and its prevention and care.
  12. Ability to communicate courteously and effectively with patients and their families, medical and administrative staff, health care professionals and the public, both orally and in writing.
  13. Ability to utilize a personal computer in a Windows environment.
  14. Ability to maintain a confident professional demeanor.
JOB SUMMARY
The purpose of this position is to provide nutrition counseling, diabetes self-management education and supplemental diabetes care that supports the Local Clinic staff in providing initial, routine, urgent, annual, follow-up, and specialty care to persons with diabetes or at risk for diabetes. The incumbent will work with both the staff of the Diabetes Prevention and Management Program and the Local Clinic staff to accomplish job tasks.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Work is performed in an office and clinical environment with normal risk of exposure to the hazards associated with each setting. To a lesser extent, work may be performed in community settings, like schools, churches, and camps. There is regular and recurring risk of exposure to infectious communicable diseases, potentially hazardous chemicals and bio-hazardous materials. Incumbent must be aware of all risks involved and be willing to take necessary precautions. Some travel may be required.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, bend, stoop, stretch and lift equipment or teaching aides while performing duties. Driving a GSA vehicle may be required to travel to other MCNDH facilities. Must have a valid driver's license and be insurable.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Satisfactory job performance will be determined by successful execution of the following:
  1. Provides comprehensive Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) for persons at risk for or with newly diagnosed diabetes, persons with established disease to improve control and reduce risk factors and persons who are progressing through various stages of diabetes complications.
  2. Provides quality care related to nutrition services using evidence-based guidelines for nutrition.
  3. Helps in planning, developing, implementing curricula to meet the needs of the patient population, conducting evaluating nutrition and diabetes self-management services at local clinic.
  4. Coordinates & participates in provision of diabetes education in outpatient & telehealth settings within the Local Clinic, Diabetes Program, & various community settings according to guidelines and resources provided via the Local Indian Health Clinic and the MCNDH Diabetes Program.
  5. Participates in identifying local clinic program resources and activities including those in the clinic and area communities to meet patient's health needs.
  6. Coordinates the local clinics evaluation of the objectives of nutrition services stated in the annual program plan, IHS Diabetes Audit, Patient satisfaction surveys, Community diabetes awareness surveys, diabetes self-management program and Community prevention program.
  7. Provides self-management instruction for diabetes medications including insulin administration and adjustment per provider orders and guidelines.
  8. Monitors and facilitates each patient's progress & completion of program requirements, conducts follow-ups as needed to ensure completion of routine care, annual care, specialty care and program requirements.
  9. Documents assessment data, education provided, clinical interventions and plans including recommendations and goals for each participant in the electronic medical record.
  10. Utilizes a team approach to provide services, collaborates and communicates with team. Serves as a resource to other team members, assists with education events/focus sessions.
  11. Interacts with interdisciplinary team of health professionals.
  12. Contributes to and participates in a continuous quality improvement process.
  13. Participates in formal cultural training and events initially and annually thereafter.
  14. Maintains professional licensure/certifications.
  15. Regular attendance is required.
  16. Performs other duties as required.

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