Job Description

Position #: 9014223

Expected Start Date: October 19, 2026

Union: SUN

Facility: Regina General Hospital

City/Town: Regina

Department: Pediatric Outpatient Specialty Clinic

Type: Full-time regular

FTE: 1

Shift Information: Days

Number of Hours per Rotation: 28 shifts of 8 hours per 6 weeks

Relief: No

Float: No

Hours of Work: Standard Hours

Salary or Pay Band: Pay Band Nurse B $42.040 to $52.440

Travel Required: No

Job Description: The Diabetes Nurse Educator integrates knowledge, skills and the principles of teaching and learning, in the provision of diabetes education and quality care for clients, families, the general public and health professionals. Teaching can occur in inpatient, outpatient or community settings, with individuals or groups. The incumbent is responsible for assessing learning needs and planning, implementing, and evaluating educational activities for clients/families/health professionals. The Diabetes Nurse Educator will use a consultative approach, accepted standards and guidelines and current research findings to provide support to clients and health care professionals as appropriate. The position may have specific responsibilities requiring specialized clinical knowledge to meet the client's needs such as diabetes in pregnancy or children with diabetes.

Human Resources Exemption: No

Experience

• Three (3) years related clinical experience in the specialty area
• Experience in teaching adults, facilitation skills, and leading group activities
• One (1) year experience in adult education or a teaching role
• Experience in program/resource development

Education

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN)

Licenses

• Certified Diabetes Educator (CDE)
• Basic Life Support Instructor Certificate (BLS)
• Basic Life Support Certificate (BLS)

Memberships

• Diabetes Education Section (DES)

Other Education and Training

• Fully certified with insulin pumps is an asset.

Competencies

• Computer skills
• Demonstrates leadership skills

Knowledge and Abilities

• Demonstrates ability to work as a team member
• Knowledge in learning and teaching principles
• Ability to organize work load demands
• Ability to be self-directed
• Ability to empathize with clients while remaining objective
• Demonstrated commitment to continuing professional development
• Knowledge in scope of practice
• Ability to delegate appropriately.
• Demonstrates ability to plan & carry out responsibilities w/ minimal supervision
• Ability to work with minimal supervision
• Ability to competently use computers and software applications
• Ability to work independently
• Knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety Standards and application of such
• Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality of information
• Demonstrates effective verbal and written communication skills.

Other Information

• Registered/eligible with the College of Registered Nurses of Saskatchewan (CRNS)
• Must attain and maintain membership in the Diabetes Educator Sector of the CDA
• For more information on the city of Regina please visit https://www.regina.ca/
• Must possess a valid driver's license and have a vehicle available for work.
• Scheduled hours of work may be reduced when a statutory holiday is recognized

The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is the largest employer in Saskatchewan, employing more than 45,000 staff in a dynamic healthcare environment. The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is committed to providing coordinated quality services that are seamless, safe and patient-centred.