RN - Diabetes Educator

University of Colorado | CU Anschutz Medical Campus

Barbara Davis Center- Adult Clinic

Instructor (RN- Diabetes Educator)

Position 00729532 – Requisition #27711

* Applications are accepted electronically ONLY at www.cu.edu/cu-careers

The University of Colorado has a requirement for COVID-19 vaccinations and full completion thereof by 9/1/21 or upon start date.  Information regarding this requirement, and exemptions can be found at:

Anschutz: https://www.ucdenver.edu/docs/librariesprovider284/default-document-library/3000-general-admission/3012---covid-19-vaccination-requirement-and-compliance.pdf?sfvrsn=4e9df3ba_2

Exemptions vary by campus location/department.

Campus/Unit-Specific Exemptions:

• Anschutz Campus – Exemptions are allowed for medical or religious reasons.

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus seeks individuals with demonstrated commitment to creating an inclusive learning and working environment. We value the ability to engage effectively with students, faculty and staff of diverse backgrounds.

Barbara Davis Center for Diabetes, Adult Clinic has an opening for a full-time Instructor (RN- Diabetes Educator) position.

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is a world-class medical destination at the forefront of transformative science, medicine, education and patient care. The campus encompasses the University of Colorado health professional schools, more than 60 centers and institutes, and two nationally ranked independent hospitals - UCHealth University of Colorado Hospital  and Children's Hospital Colorado  - that treat more than two million adult and pediatric patients each year. Innovative, interconnected and highly collaborative, the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus delivers life-changing treatments, patient care and professional training and conducts world-renowned research fueled by over $650 million in research grants. For more information, visit www.cuanschutz.edu .

Nature Of Work

The Barbara Davis Center for Diabetes (BDC) Adult Clinic at the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is a multi-disciplinary diabetes center affiliated with the University of Colorado, School of Medicine. The patient population is primarily adults aged 18 and above with Type 1 Diabetes, but also includes occasional patients with Type 2 Diabetes. In addition to the clinical program, the BDC has a large research program allowing many ongoing educational opportunities. This Instructor position is an at-will faculty appointment. This position will provide diabetes care to newly diagnosed and established adults who have Type 1 or Type 2 Diabetes. This appointment will also require involvement in multiple research studies.

Professional Field

RN, Adult Endocrinology

Supervision Received

This position formally reports to the Director of the Adult Clinic 

Supervision Provided

This position will not provide supervision.  

Duties And Responsibilities

The position serves as an RN at the Instructor level. Duties include but are not limited to the following:

• Provide diabetes education and follow up to newly diagnosed and established adults with diabetes
• Education and follow up to new insulin pump patients
• Education and management of pregnant patients with Type I diabetes
• Education and case management for adults who have Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes
• Phone consultations with patients and other nurses, advanced practice nurses, physician assistants and physicians in the community
• Determine appropriate options in resolving complicated inquiries and/or issues related to diabetes management
• Coordinate research protocols involving insulins, glucose meters, insulin pumps and medications used to manage diabetes
• Contribute to new and ongoing diabetes clinical research protocols
• Charting/data entry in EMR
• Educate patient, families and extended families in diabetes management
• Maintain high standards of existing ADA accredited diabetes program

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

This position requires good interpersonal and communication skills, demonstrated ability to work under pressure, the ability to multitask and the willingness to learn and comply with relevant laws, rules, regulations and policies. 

Working Conditions

This position is 100% FTE involving clinical care and pharmaceutical research.  Schedule primarily Monday – Friday, but occasional weekend or extended hours required for research studies.

Salary and Benefits:

The salary range for this position has been established at $60,000 to $75,000

The salary of the finalist(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty and training.

The above salary range (or hiring range ) represents the University’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.

Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Colorado provides generous leave, health plans and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.

 Benefits: https://www.cu.edu/employee-services/benefits

Total Compensation Calculator: http://www.cu.edu/node/153125

Diversity and Equity:

The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at [email protected] ​.

The University of Colorado Denver | Anschutz Medical Campus is committed to recruiting and supporting a diverse student body, faculty and administrative staff. The university strives to promote a culture of inclusiveness, respect, communication and understanding. We encourage applications from women, ethnic minorities, persons with disabilities, persons within the LGBTQ+ community, and all veterans. The University of Colorado is committed to diversity and equality in education and employment.

The University of Colorado Denver | Anschutz Medical Campus is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty, staff, students and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct background investigations for all prospective employees.

Minimum Qualifications:

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

• Must be a Registered Nurse licensed to practice in Colorado
• Bachelors Degree

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous clinical and research experience
• Knowledge of and experience working with Type 1 Diabetes
• Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (CDCES)
• Phlebotomy and IV skills