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Entry Level Diabetes Coach Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Electrician-Newport, AR

Newport, AR · On-site

$34.27 - $37.87/hr

Company-paid disability and life insurance plus additional coverage options * 24/7 Teladoc Access for urgent care and mental-health visits plus free diabetes coaching, musculoskeletal advice, and ...

Electrician-Newport, AR

Newport, AR · On-site

$34.27 - $37.87/hr

Company-paid disability and life insurance plus additional coverage options * 24/7 Teladoc Access for urgent care and mental-health visits plus free diabetes coaching, musculoskeletal advice, and ...

Welder Entry Level

Valley, NE · On-site

$23.90/hr

As an Entry-Level Welder, you'll start a career that's hands-on, high-impact, and full of potential ... Voluntary programs like tobacco cessation, Type 2 diabetes reversal, one-on-one health coaching ...

... free diabetes coaching, musculoskeletal advice, and nutrition counseling * Employee assistance ... Purpose Entry level position performing inventory tracking duties and providing support for Senior ...

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In the entry-level role, we understand your desire to continue to grow in the role; we are known ... Offering free diabetic medication and supplies * 401(k) retirement savings program with Wells Fargo

In the entry-level role, we understand your desire to continue to grow in the role; we are known ... Offering free diabetic medication and supplies * 401(k) retirement savings program with Wells Fargo

In the entry-level role, we understand your desire to continue to grow in the role; we are known ... Offering free diabetic medication and supplies * 401(k) retirement savings program with Wells Fargo

In the entry-level role, we understand your desire to continue to grow in the role; we are known ... Offering free diabetic medication and supplies * 401(k) retirement savings program with Wells Fargo

In the entry-level role, we understand your desire to continue to grow in the role; we are known ... Offering free diabetic medication and supplies * 401(k) retirement savings program with Wells Fargo

In the entry-level role, we understand your desire to continue to grow in the role; we are known ... Offering free diabetic medication and supplies * 401(k) retirement savings program with Wells Fargo

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How much do entry level diabetes coach jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 22, 2026, the average hourly pay for entry level diabetes coach in the United States is $19.70, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.87 and $20.67 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an entry level diabetes coach?

An Entry Level Diabetes Coach is a professional who supports and educates individuals with diabetes, particularly those newly diagnosed or needing basic guidance. They help clients understand diabetes management, including blood sugar monitoring, medication adherence, healthy eating, and physical activity. While they may not provide clinical treatment, they collaborate with healthcare providers and empower individuals to make lifestyle changes for better health. Entry level coaches often have foundational training in health coaching or diabetes education.

What does a typical day look like for an entry level diabetes coach, and how do they collaborate with healthcare teams?

As an Entry Level Diabetes Coach, your day typically involves interacting with clients to provide education, motivation, and support for diabetes management. You'll often conduct one-on-one sessions, track client progress, and help set realistic health goals. Collaboration is key—expect to work closely with nurses, dietitians, and physicians to coordinate care plans and relay important client updates. This team-oriented environment allows you to learn from experienced professionals while directly contributing to clients' health outcomes.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an entry level diabetes coach, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Entry Level Diabetes Coach, you need a foundational understanding of diabetes management, nutrition, and basic health coaching principles, often supported by a relevant degree or certification such as Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (CDCES) or health coach training. Familiarity with digital health platforms, glucose monitoring devices, and patient education tools is typically required. Strong interpersonal skills, active listening, and motivational interviewing abilities help coaches connect with clients and support behavior change. These skills and qualities are essential for empowering individuals to effectively manage their diabetes and improve their long-term health outcomes.

What is the difference between Entry Level Diabetes Coach vs Entry Level Health Coach?

AspectEntry Level Diabetes CoachEntry Level Health Coach
CertificationsCertified Diabetes Educator (CDE) or similarHealth and Wellness certifications, such as ACE or NASM
Work EnvironmentClinics, hospitals, diabetes education programsGyms, wellness centers, private practice
Industry UsageHealthcare, chronic disease managementGeneral wellness, lifestyle coaching
Search IntentSpecific diabetes management rolesBroader health and lifestyle support

Entry Level Diabetes Coaches focus on diabetes-specific education and management, often requiring specialized certifications and working within healthcare settings. Entry Level Health Coaches have a broader scope, addressing overall wellness and lifestyle changes in various environments. Both roles support health improvement but differ in specialization and work context.

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Infographic showing various Entry Level Diabetes Coach job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 41% Full Time, 58% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $40,970 per year, or $19.7 per hour.

Registered Nurse - Diabetes Educator

US Department of Veterans Affairs

Little Rock, AR • On-site

Other

Posted 2 days ago

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U.S. Department Of Veterans Affairs rating

8.1

Company rating: 8.1 out of 10

Based on 672 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

51st of 295 rated public sector bodies


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Diabetes Educator

Assesses, plans, implements, and evaluates diabetes educational needs to facilitate learner development and skill training. Utilizes innovative teaching strategies, assessment skills, and evaluation of outcomes. Assumes responsibility for the coordination of diabetes education focused on patient education, self-management, and customer satisfaction throughout the healthcare continuum. Follows procedures per established policies and guidelines. Influences educational outcomes by collaborating with members of the interdisciplinary team. Core elements of performance include knowledge and active participation in the department level quality improvement process and initiatives as well as customer service programs. Responsible for providing expert, evidence-based diabetes education to staff and patients. Provides educational instruction and training for diabetic patients throughout the medical facility. The Diabetes Educator understands instructional design, implementation, and application related to education and training. Demonstrates knowledge and application of professional standards related to patient diabetes care. Performs learning needs assessments, develops educational trainings for patients and staff within organization. Provides guidance on home glucose monitoring, insulin injection techniques, use/management of insulin pumps, continuous glucose monitoring systems, and adjusting insulin regimes based on glycemic control goals. Develops entry level coaching and mentoring skills. Systematically evaluates current practice, formulate appropriate diabetic outcomes for groups of patients and/or organizational processes within area of expertise. Collaborates with other Clinical Nurse Educators and interprofessional healthcare teams in the ongoing clinical education activities including in-services, training, competency assessment, and evaluations of both current and new staff nursing skills. Acts as a consultant in patient diabetes care principles and performance measures. Reviews current nursing literature for new diabetic trends and changes based on evidence-based research with the ability to propose practice and documentation revisions based on evaluation of outcomes. Utilizes best practices and benchmarking to establish realistic goals for patient diabetes care initiatives. Collaborates with leadership and unit managers to identify diabetics educational training needs for staff, while supporting activities that foster competence, critical thinking skills, and decision making. Provides consultation and collaboration through the participation within organizational committees. Demonstrates expertise in professional practice using the nursing process (assessment, diagnosis, outcome identification, planning, implementation, and evaluation) with improved evidence-based and/or data-driven outcomes beyond the immediate practice setting. Leads and organizes delivery of care to ensure continuity of care and peer accountability for practice in alignment with the ANA Standards of Nursing Practice. Applies advanced clinical knowledge/judgment to lead staff involvement in planning, decision-making, and evaluating outcomes beyond the immediate practice setting. Applies nursing expertise to lead improvement, with demonstrated outcomes, beyond the immediate practice setting. Leads initiatives to improve Veteran/patient experience, satisfaction and/or safety beyond the immediate practice setting. Leads initiatives to improve the Veteran experience i.e., care coordination, timeliness to resolve issues, negative trends, or environment of care concerns, beyond the immediate practice setting. Demonstrates leadership in patient advocacy by protecting the health, safety, and rights of patient population groups beyond the immediate practice setting. Leads staff to identify, analyze and address ethical issues that impact patients, caregivers and staff beyond the immediate practice setting.


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