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Summary:

This position is an RN responsible for providing direct care to patients living with diabetes and their caregivers seen in the hospital and any out-patient clinic where these patients are seen under the care of a Cook clinical provider. This person enhances the quality of patient care by providing specialized diabetic education, in-service, and continuing education programs for patients/families and the nursing staff.

Education:

• BSN preferred Three years clinical experience; pediatric preferred Organizational and interpersonal skills. Knowledge of the principles of endocrine nursing.

Certification/Licensure:

• Current license to practice professional nursing in the state of Texas.
• Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (CDCES; formerly Certified Diabetes Educator CDE) eligible preferred, with certification expected after 3 years in role.

About Us:

Cook Children's Medical Center is the cornerstone of Cook Children's, and offers advanced technologies, research and treatments, surgery, rehabilitation and ancillary services all designed to meet children's needs.

Cook Children's is an EOE/AA, Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran employer.