Payroll Title:
CLIN NURSE 2 Department:
FAC PRAC MEDICINE SPECIALTIES Hiring Pay Scale
$66.25 - $92.86 / Hour Worksite:
La Jolla Appointment Type:
Career Appointment Percent:
100% Union:
NX Contract Total Openings:
1 Work Schedule:
Days, 8-Hour Shifts, Monday-Friday
#141086 (RN) Registered Nurse - Diabetes CareFiling Deadline: Mon 8/31/2026 Apply Now
UCSD Layoff from Career Appointment : Apply by 08/26/2026 for consideration with preference for rehire. All layoff applicants should contact their Employment Advisor.
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Current UC San Diego Health CNA (NX) represented RN/NP applicants will be considered after the first 7 days of job posting. All additional applicants will be considered after 14 days of job posting, pending the status of the initial internal CNA (NX) represented applicant pool.
DESCRIPTIONThe Registered Nurse, Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (RN CDCES), provides comprehensive ambulatory nursing care and specialized diabetes education services within the Endocrinology clinic. This role integrates direct patient care, care coordination, and evidence-based diabetes self-management education (DSME), while supporting program growth through accurate documentation and compliant billing practices. The RN CDCES practices at the top of license, partnering with providers across Endocrinology, Diabetes, and Metabolism services to improve patient outcomes, increase access, and enhance clinic efficiency.
Key responsibilities include conducting phone triage, managing patient communication through inbox workflows, and providing longitudinal case management. The RN utilizes nursing-sensitive indicators to evaluate and improve quality of care. Clinical duties include point-of-care testing, specimen collection, medication administration (including injections), and delivery of patient and staff education. The role requires familiarity with diabetes technologies and therapies, including insulin pumps, insulin delivery methods (vials, pens, syringes), glucose meters, and continuous glucose monitors.
The RN CDCES demonstrates a strong commitment to patient-centered care and service excellence in all interactions with patients, families, and team members. Ongoing professional development is expected to remain current with advances in diabetes and endocrinology care.The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced ambulatory environment and exercises sound clinical judgment with a high degree of autonomy. Practice is consistent with ANA Standards of Practice and Professional Performance, with independent decision-making conducted within a multidisciplinary care model. Success in this role requires initiative, strong prioritization skills, attention to detail, and the ability to collaborate effectively while maintaining positive, professional relationships with patients, families, and colleagues. Additional duties may be assigned as needed.
While not required, a cover letter is highly recommended when applying to this position.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS- Must be a graduate from an accredited school of Nursing.
- RN License issued by the State of California.
- BLS/CPR certification at time of hire with commitment to get BART within six (6) months of hire date.
- Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (CDCES) certification (or ability to obtain within defined timeframe).
- Minimum two (2) years of recent ambulatory RN experience in a high-volume clinical setting.
- Demonstrated experience with phone triage, in-basket management, and patient case management.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Nursing (BSN or MSN).
- Experience in ambulatory or outpatient clinic settings.
- Clinical experience in Endocrinology, including diabetes, osteoporosis, and thyroid disorders.
- Experience providing patient education, particularly in chronic disease management.
- Demonstrated experience with diabetes therapies and technologies, including insulin delivery methods (vials, pens, syringes), insulin pumps, glucose meters, and continuous glucose monitors.
- Experience managing patients with Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes.
- Prior RN case management experience.
- Bilingual English/Spanish.
SPECIAL CONDITIONS- Must be able to work various hours and locations based on business needs.
- Employment is subject to a criminal background check and pre-employment physical.
- Selected candidate may be hired at the CNIII level pending review and approval by the Nurse Executive Council.
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Annual Full Pay Range: $138,330 - $193,892 (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%)
Hourly Equivalent: $66.25 - $92.86
Factors in determining the appropriate compensation for a role include experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The Hiring Pay Scale referenced in the job posting is the budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position. The Annual Full Pay Range may be broader than what the University anticipates to pay for this position, based on internal equity, budget, and collective bargaining agreements (when applicable).
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