Local Contract Nurse RN - Educator
Rockford, IL
A-Line Staffing Solutions
5x8 hrs, Days

169814 – Registered Nurse Diabetes Educator (Candidates must hold active RN licensure in both Illinois and Wisconsin.)

Location: Rockford, IL 61114
Pay Rate: $53.00 - $58.00/hour
Assignment Start Date: May 2026
Assignment End Date: August 2026
Employment Type: Temporary to Permanent (opportunity to extend or go permanent based on business needs)
Schedule: Days, 40 hours per week
Weekly Pay: Yes

Job Summary:
The Registered Nurse Diabetes Educator provides compassionate, culturally sensitive, and holistic nursing care to patients in a clinical setting while supporting diabetes education and disease management initiatives. In collaboration with a multidisciplinary diabetes management team, this role provides education and support to patients and families living with diabetes mellitus while promoting positive patient outcomes and continuity of care.

Key Responsibilities:

• Utilize the nursing process and collaborate with interdisciplinary team members in patient care.
• Administer prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with approved nursing techniques, policies, procedures, standards of care, and state practice regulations.
• Document patient care according to established standards of care.
• Develop, initiate, and execute individualized patient care plans as prescribed by physicians and clinic policies.
• Provide patient and family education related to diabetes management and treatment plans.
• Participate in department and unit performance improvement initiatives and shared governance activities.
• Utilize clinical expertise to support patient longitudinal care planning across departments and units.
• Apply critical thinking skills related to patient safety and patient experience while escalating concerns appropriately.
• Participate in professional nursing development and continuing education activities.
• Serve as a resource to staff regarding patient education programs, educational materials, and patient education concerns.
• Advocate for patients regarding clinical, psychosocial, and financial needs.
• Float to various units based on operational needs and clinical competency.
• Work variable shifts, weekends, holidays, and/or on-call hours if required.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
• Education verification is required.
• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in both Illinois and Wisconsin.
• Approved CPR certification required within 90 days of hire.
• Current CDCES (Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist) certification required.
• Strong clinical assessment and patient education skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively within a multidisciplinary healthcare team.
• Excellent communication, documentation, and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to adapt to changing patient care needs and float between units as needed.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred.

What Candidates Should Know Before Applying:

• This position focuses heavily on diabetes education and patient counseling.
• Candidates must hold active RN licensure in both Illinois and Wisconsin.
• CDCES certification is required for consideration.
• The role may require floating between departments and working variable schedules based on business needs.
• Strong patient advocacy and communication skills are essential for success in this role.
• Candidates should be comfortable supporting patients with clinical, emotional, and educational needs related to chronic disease management.

Benefits:
⦁ Benefits are available to full-time employees after 90 days of employment.
⦁ A 401(k) with company match is available after 1 year of service.