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Diabetes Educator roles qualify for EB-2 and EB-3 green card sponsorship through PERM labor certification, which requires employers to document recruitment efforts before filing. Advanced-degree registered dietitians and certified diabetes care specialists often qualify at the EB-2 level, while bachelor's-prepared educators typically file under EB-3.
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Hours: 40 hours weekly, Monday-Friday 7am-330pm with flexibility during office hours.
Location: Lawrence Memorial Hospital – Endocrine Clinic, 170 Governors Ave Suite 200 2nd Floor, Medford MA 02155.
Job Profile Summary
This role focuses on providing professional and nonprofessional nursing care services in accordance with physician orders. In addition, this role focuses on performing the following Clinical Nurse duties: Assesses, plans, implements, and evaluates the care needs of a designated group of patients or provides nursing care and identified clinical support tasks within the scope of practice for achievement of the patient’s plan of care as directed. Provides professional nursing care to patients. Requires a nursing license. A professional individual contributor role that may direct the work of other lower level professionals or manage processes and programs. The majority of time is spent overseeing the design, implementation or delivery of processes, programs and policies using specialized knowledge and skills typically acquired through advanced education. A senior level role that requires advanced knowledge of job area typically obtained through advanced education and work experience. Typically responsible for: managing projects/processes, working independently with limited supervision, coaching and reviewing the work of lower level professionals, resolving difficult and sometimes complex problems.
Job Overview
The position is responsible for providing diabetes self-management education to patients and their families in preparation for discharge home. Patients with complex illness and learning needs will be referred for health teaching and counseling in order to promote wellness and to avoid acute and long-term complications.
Job Description
Minimum Qualifications:
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Massachusetts RN Licensure.
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Three (3) Years of RN Experience.
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Current Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification.
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Certification in Diabetes Education (CDE) or must obtain within 1 year of hire.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).
Duties and Responsibilities: The duties and responsibilities listed below are intended to describe the general nature of work and are not intended to be an all-inclusive list. Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned.
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Coordinates patient self-management initiatives in a family centric program using a multi-disciplinary approach in the management of patients with diabetes (Type 1, Type 2, steroid induced and cystic fibrosis related) and their families.
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Works with patients diagnosed with diabetes and their families, to facilitate improving self-management age specific goals for all patients; providing lifestyle coaching and conducting one-on-one patient visits in a hospital clinic setting as well as group visits.
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Provides patient education; collaborating with outside community resources.
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Provides case management including oversight and interpretation of laboratory results for patients with diabetes; ordering of therapeutics, durable medical supplies and refills for prescription medications; as well as coordination of referrals and diagnostic studies as needed.
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Functions in the role of expert clinician and diabetes educator to improve patient care and clinical outcomes in the hospital setting.
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Participates in and maintains awareness of performance improvement initiatives.
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Conscientiously evaluates and integrates evidence-based practice and research into clinical practice.
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Conducts and documents accurate clinical assessments.
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Develops, implements, and evaluates the patient’s individualized plan of care.
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Uses professional nursing judgment to individualize the plan of care based on assessment of the patient's needs.
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Manages own patient assignment by delegating and effectively based on patient needs and skills of team members.
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Develops a comprehensive educational plan for the patient and family, utilizing appropriate resources, and documents according to department standards.
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Recognizes patient/family rights through support of their informed decisions and advanced directives.
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Continually evaluates and revises the care plan according to changes in the patient’s health status.
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Develops a comprehensive discharge plan utilizing appropriate resources and referrals including community resources.
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Supports the development of new staff members and helps facilitate their transition into unit.
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Guides the professional growth of department staff through precepting.
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Participates in professional development by identifying learning needs and seeking appropriate education.
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Participates in departmental committees as needed.
Physical Requirements:
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Occasional lifting of 30-35 lbs and turning patients.
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Prolonged standing and walking.
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Occasional twisting, bending, reaching, pushing/pulling, sitting, kneeling, and squatting.
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Exposure to infectious disease and possible carcinogenic chemicals.
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Exposure of blood-borne pathogens.
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Requires fine manual dexterity to lift and maneuver patients.
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Requires visual and aural acuity necessary to monitor patient care.
Skills & Abilities:
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Ability to effectively communicate with patients, families, physicians, and healthcare team.
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Knowledge of and application of the nursing process.
At Tufts Medicine, we want every individual to feel valued for the skills and experience they bring. Our compensation philosophy is designed to offer fair, competitive pay that attracts, retains, and motivates highly talented individuals, while rewarding the important work you do every day.
The base pay ranges reflect the minimum qualifications for the role. Individual offers are determined using a comprehensive approach that considers relevant experience, certifications, education, skills, and internal equity to ensure compensation is fair, consistent, and aligned with our business goals.
Beyond base pay, Tufts Medicine provides a comprehensive Total Rewards package that supports your health, financial security, and career growth—one of the many ways we invest in you so you can thrive both at work and outside of it.
Pay Range:
$40.53 - $51.67based on full-time equivalent
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship in Diabetes Educator
Verify your credentials meet PERM requirements
PERM labor certification ties the sponsored role to a specific minimum education level. Confirm whether your degree and CDCES certification align with the EB-2 or EB-3 classification your employer intends to file, since mismatches delay certification.
Target hospital systems with PERM filing history
Large hospital networks and federally qualified health centers file PERM applications more routinely than private practices. Prioritize outpatient diabetes programs at academic medical centers, which have dedicated immigration counsel and established sponsorship workflows.
Search green card sponsors using Migrate Mate
Filter by Diabetes Educator roles and green card sponsorship status on Migrate Mate to find employers with active EB-2 and EB-3 filing history, so you're applying to organizations that already know the PERM process.
Confirm prevailing wage before accepting an offer
Your employer must pay at least the DOL prevailing wage for your geographic area and experience level. Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the wage level for your SOC code before negotiating, so your offer meets PERM requirements from day one.
Negotiate a signed job offer before PERM is filed
USCIS requires a bona fide, permanent full-time job offer at the time of I-140 filing. Get written confirmation that the position is permanent and full-time, not contract or per-diem, since temporary arrangements disqualify a PERM application.
Understand the EB-3 recruitment audit window
DOL can audit a PERM application for up to five years after certification. Your employer must retain all recruitment documentation through that window. Ask HR whether they use immigration counsel to manage PERM record-keeping before committing to their sponsorship timeline.
Green Card Diabetes Educator: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Diabetes Educator roles qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Both categories apply, depending on the position requirements and your credentials. Roles that formally require a master's degree or higher can support EB-2 filing. Positions requiring a bachelor's degree in nutrition, nursing, or a related field typically qualify under EB-3. The employer defines the minimum requirements in the PERM job description, so the classification depends on how the role is written, not just your personal degree level.
How does PERM green card sponsorship differ from H-1B sponsorship for this role?
H-1B visa is a temporary nonimmigrant visa with an annual cap and lottery for most employers. PERM-based green card sponsorship has no annual cap at the EB-3 level for most nationalities, and it leads to permanent residency rather than a renewable temporary status. The trade-off is timeline: PERM labor certification, I-140 approval, and adjustment of status or consular processing can take two to four years or longer for some countries, compared to a few months for H-1B.
Which employers are most likely to sponsor Diabetes Educators for a green card?
Hospital systems, academic medical centers, and federally qualified health centers are the most consistent sponsors because they have immigration infrastructure in place. Outpatient endocrinology clinics affiliated with large health networks also file regularly. Private solo practices and small community clinics rarely sponsor PERM applications because of the legal costs and recruitment documentation requirements involved.
How can I find Diabetes Educator jobs with green card sponsorship?
Use Migrate Mate to search specifically for Diabetes Educator roles where employers have a green card sponsorship history. Generic job boards don't filter by PERM filing status, so you end up applying to employers who have never sponsored and aren't set up to start. Migrate Mate surfaces roles tied to employers with documented EB-2 and EB-3 activity.
Can I switch employers after my PERM is filed but before my green card is approved?
You can change employers under certain conditions once your I-140 has been approved and your priority date is current or you've been waiting more than 180 days. This portability protection applies to same or similar occupations under the same broad SOC category. Diabetes education roles generally qualify for portability to comparable clinical education or patient counseling positions, but confirm the new role's SOC alignment with an immigration attorney before switching.