Registered Nurse – Diabetes Management / Diabetes Educator
- Regina, SK, Canada
Full-time
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- Full-time
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- Experience
- Minimum 2–3 years of clinical nursing experience, preferably in primary care or chronic disease management.
- Posting language
- English
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Original job description
Stapleford Medical Clinic is seeking a skilled and compassionate Full-Time (37.5 hrs. weekly) Registered Nurse – Diabetes Management / Diabetes Educator to provide high-quality, patient-centred care through comprehensive education, clinical management, and ongoing monitoring for patients with prediabetes, Type 1, and Type 2 diabetes. This role focuses on empowering patients to effectively manage their condition through evidence-based education, lifestyle counselling, medication support, and continuous follow-up. The position requires strong clinical expertise in diabetes care, excellent communication and coaching skills, and the ability to build trusting relationships that support long-term behaviour change and improved health outcomes.
This position is part of a newly developed Innovation Fund between the Saskatchewan Government and medical clinics across Saskatchewan with the aim of improving patient access and quality care through team-based support, that will deliver better access to primary care in the province of Saskatchewan. This position is temporary until March 31, 2028, with the possibility of an extension.
Responsibilities:
This position is part of a newly developed Innovation Fund between the Saskatchewan Government and medical clinics across Saskatchewan with the aim of improving patient access and quality care through team-based support, that will deliver better access to primary care in the province of Saskatchewan. This position is temporary until March 31, 2028, with the possibility of an extension.
Responsibilities:
- Develop, implement, and update diabetes care protocols and work standards in collaboration with Physician Lead(s) and the care team.
- Conduct comprehensive assessments for patients with diabetes or at risk of developing diabetes, including medical history, lifestyle factors, and risk stratification.
- Provide individualized diabetes education, including:
- Blood glucose monitoring and interpretation
- Insulin administration and medication management
- Nutrition counselling and carbohydrate counting
- Physical activity guidance
- Prevention and management of hypoglycemia and hyperglycemia
- Support initiation and titration of diabetes medications (including insulin) as per established clinical protocols and scope of practice.
- Monitor and manage chronic disease indicators (e.g., A1C, blood pressure, lipids) and adjust care plans accordingly in collaboration with providers.
- Provide ongoing follow-up and coaching to support patient adherence, self-management, and lifestyle modifications.
- Collaborate with physicians, dietitians, pharmacists, and other healthcare professionals for integrated care planning and case management.
- Identify and address barriers to care, including social determinants of health, and facilitate referrals to appropriate community resources.
- Deliver group education sessions or workshops on diabetes prevention and management (if applicable).
- Support screening and early intervention for prediabetes and metabolic syndrome.
- Maintain accurate, timely, and detailed documentation in the Electronic Medical Record (EMR) system.
- Apply infection prevention and control (IPAC) standards in all clinical and educational interactions.
- Participate in team huddles, case conferences, and quality improvement initiatives related to chronic disease management.
- Stay current with best practices, clinical guidelines, and advancements in diabetes care through ongoing professional development.
- Current registration and good standing with the College of Registered Nurses of Saskatchewan (CRNS).
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN) or equivalent nursing degree.
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (ACLS an asset).
- Minimum 2–3 years of clinical nursing experience, preferably in primary care or chronic disease management.
- Demonstrated experience in diabetes care and patient education.
- Certified Diabetes Educator (CDE) designation is strongly preferred.
- Strong knowledge of diabetes pathophysiology, pharmacological treatments, and lifestyle management strategies.
- Experience with insulin initiation and titration protocols (asset).
- Proficiency with EMR systems (e.g., Accuro or equivalent).
- Excellent communication, coaching, and motivational interviewing skills.
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within an interdisciplinary team.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage a caseload and prioritize effectively.
- Demonstrated commitment to patient-centered care and cultural sensitivity.
More about this job
Responsibilities
Assess patients with diabetes or at risk of diabetes, provide individualized education and medication support, and monitor chronic disease indicators while coordinating care with an interdisciplinary team. Maintain clinical documentation, support follow-up and referrals, and contribute to diabetes protocols, education sessions, and quality improvement.
Requirements
Requires current registration in good standing with the College of Registered Nurses of Saskatchewan, a BScN or equivalent, current BLS certification, and 2–3 years of clinical nursing experience. Candidates should have diabetes care and patient education experience, strong clinical and communication skills, and EMR proficiency; Certified Diabetes Educator designation is strongly preferred.
Skills
- Diabetes Management
- Diabetes Education
- Patient Assessment
- Blood Glucose Monitoring
- Insulin Administration
- Medication Management
- Nutrition Counselling
- Carbohydrate Counting
- Chronic Disease Monitoring
- Patient Coaching
- Motivational Interviewing
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Electronic Medical Records
- Infection Prevention and Control
- Patient-Centered Care
- Cultural Sensitivity
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Categories
- Healthcare
- Education
Keywords
- Registered Nurse
- Diabetes Management
- Diabetes Educator
- Prediabetes
- Type 1 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes
- College of Registered Nurses of Saskatchewan
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing
- Basic Life Support
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support
- Certified Diabetes Educator
- Insulin Initiation and Titration
- Blood Glucose Monitoring
- Medication Management
- Nutrition Counselling
- Carbohydrate Counting
- A1C
- Chronic Disease Management
- Motivational Interviewing
- Electronic Medical Record
- Accuro
- Infection Prevention and Control
- Interdisciplinary Care
- Social Determinants of Health
- Quality Improvement
- Patient-Centered Care