Required education
MSN
Average annual salary
$46k–$93k
Attributes
Patient-facing
Work hands-on, directly with patients.
Structured
Follow a routine that allows you to anticipate and prepare for every situation.
Varied
Take on different tasks, patients, and situations every day.
Your role will include sharing information between patients, families and doctors, so your ability to communicate effectively will be key.
What you’ll do
Education
You’ll teach patients and their families on how to best control symptoms through nutrition, exercise and lifestyle.
Treatment
You’ll help patients monitor their blood sugar and minimize nerve damage.
Where you’ll work
- Doctors’ offices
- Hospitals
- Outpatient clinics
- Patient’s homes
- Pharmacies
How to become a Diabetes Nurse
01
Get an Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).
02
Pass the NCLEX-RN.
03
Get your Master of Science in Nursing (MSN).
04
Work as a Registered Nurse, gaining at least 500 hours’ experience in Diabetes Nursing.
05
Get your Advanced Diabetes Management Certification from the American Association of Diabetes Educators.
06
You’re ready to work as a Diabetes Nurse.
Join an Organization
Become a member of a Diabetes Nurse organization to find career opportunities, learn from your colleagues, and support the profession.
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