OPT Diabetes Educator Jobs
Diabetes Educator jobs on OPT typically fall under healthcare or education roles requiring a relevant degree in nursing, dietetics, or health sciences. Most positions are full-time clinical or community health settings that qualify for STEM OPT extension if your degree is STEM-designated. Employers often require or prefer Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist credentials.
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To improve the health of the communities we serve through contemporary, innovative, quality healthcare solutions.
Schedule: Part-Time | 32 hours per week
About Us - Diabetes Education
We are a team of Registered Dietitians and Registered Nurses that provide diabetes education, training, and support to clients with diabetes through an ADA recognized diabetes education program. We pride ourselves by following the most up to date standards of care for diabetes education. The clinic provides a wide range of services to clients with diabetes including training on insulin pumps and continuous glucose monitors.
Our Registered dietitians also provide a wide variety of Medical Nutrition Therapy to clients in the 4 states. We are part of the Ozark Center Reconnect team which relies on a multidisciplinary team to help clients who are recovering from eating disorders.
What You’ll Do
The Diabetes Nurse Educator (DNE) is responsible for diabetes care and education to patients through assessment of diabetes needs, development and implementation of educational care plans for patients. Education will be provided to patients within the diabetes education program as ordered by a healthcare provider (physician and nurse practitioner) in the outpatient setting. Inpatient education will be provided to patients by referrals, orders and criteria set to meet HFAP guidelines. The DNE must be able to provide accurate diabetes education to a wide population taking into consideration age, socioeconomic level, cultural background, literacy/education level. The DNE demonstrates knowledge by utilization of best practice guidelines using Standards of Care and Clinical Practice Guidelines. The DNE will be able to provide training to patients checking blood sugar and administering insulin with use of a variety of blood sugar monitoring systems and insulin delivery methods. The DNE may provide diabetes information to peers, healthcare workers, students, and the public in a variety of forums such as media interviews, lectures, seminars, social media, and written articles, as needed to promote diabetes education.
Requirements
- Certified Diabetes Educator and/or 15 hour CEU in diabetes annually
- Certified Diabetes Educator or 15 hours Diabetes related CEUs annually by transcript due date.
- Current Missouri Registered Nurse license or current Registered Nurse license from a compact state. If a compact license is held, it must be in the nurse’s state of residence.
Preferred Requirements
- BSN degree preferred
Freeman Perks and Programs
- For eligible full time and part time employees Freeman offers a wide variety of career opportunities, a great work culture and generous benefits, most starting day one!
- Health, vision, dental insurance
- Retirement with employer match
- Wellness program with discounts to Health Insurance or Cash Bonus with Participation
- Milestone payments with longevity of employment
- Paid Time Off (PTO) or Flex Time Off (FTO)
- Extended Sick pay
- Learning Center designated only for Freeman Family members
- Payroll deduction at different locations such as The Daily Grind, Freeman Gift Shop, Cafeteria, etc.
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Our Mission
To improve the health of the communities we serve through contemporary, innovative, quality healthcare solutions.
Schedule: Part-Time | 32 hours per week
About Us - Diabetes Education
We are a team of Registered Dietitians and Registered Nurses that provide diabetes education, training, and support to clients with diabetes through an ADA recognized diabetes education program. We pride ourselves by following the most up to date standards of care for diabetes education. The clinic provides a wide range of services to clients with diabetes including training on insulin pumps and continuous glucose monitors.
Our Registered dietitians also provide a wide variety of Medical Nutrition Therapy to clients in the 4 states. We are part of the Ozark Center Reconnect team which relies on a multidisciplinary team to help clients who are recovering from eating disorders.
What You’ll Do
The Diabetes Nurse Educator (DNE) is responsible for diabetes care and education to patients through assessment of diabetes needs, development and implementation of educational care plans for patients. Education will be provided to patients within the diabetes education program as ordered by a healthcare provider (physician and nurse practitioner) in the outpatient setting. Inpatient education will be provided to patients by referrals, orders and criteria set to meet HFAP guidelines. The DNE must be able to provide accurate diabetes education to a wide population taking into consideration age, socioeconomic level, cultural background, literacy/education level. The DNE demonstrates knowledge by utilization of best practice guidelines using Standards of Care and Clinical Practice Guidelines. The DNE will be able to provide training to patients checking blood sugar and administering insulin with use of a variety of blood sugar monitoring systems and insulin delivery methods. The DNE may provide diabetes information to peers, healthcare workers, students, and the public in a variety of forums such as media interviews, lectures, seminars, social media, and written articles, as needed to promote diabetes education.
Requirements
- Certified Diabetes Educator and/or 15 hour CEU in diabetes annually
- Certified Diabetes Educator or 15 hours Diabetes related CEUs annually by transcript due date.
- Current Missouri Registered Nurse license or current Registered Nurse license from a compact state. If a compact license is held, it must be in the nurse’s state of residence.
Preferred Requirements
- BSN degree preferred
Freeman Perks and Programs
- For eligible full time and part time employees Freeman offers a wide variety of career opportunities, a great work culture and generous benefits, most starting day one!
- Health, vision, dental insurance
- Retirement with employer match
- Wellness program with discounts to Health Insurance or Cash Bonus with Participation
- Milestone payments with longevity of employment
- Paid Time Off (PTO) or Flex Time Off (FTO)
- Extended Sick pay
- Learning Center designated only for Freeman Family members
- Payroll deduction at different locations such as The Daily Grind, Freeman Gift Shop, Cafeteria, etc.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship in Diabetes Educator
Verify your degree qualifies for STEM OPT
Diabetes Educator roles may qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension if your degree is in health informatics, nutritional science, or a STEM-designated field. Confirm your CIP code with your DSO before applying to maximize your authorized work period.
Target employers with established OPT hiring history
Large hospital systems, Federally Qualified Health Centers, and academic medical centers are more likely to have HR processes familiar with OPT work authorization. Smaller private practices may be unfamiliar with the requirements and need more education from you upfront.
Pursue CDCES certification early
The Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist credential signals clinical competency to employers and removes a major hiring hesitation. Many OPT applicants who hold or are eligible for CDCES see faster responses from healthcare employers reviewing their applications.
Frame your OPT timeline clearly in outreach
When contacting hiring managers, state your OPT end date and whether you qualify for STEM extension upfront. Employers need to plan around your authorization window, so clarity reduces friction and positions you as a straightforward candidate rather than a compliance risk.
Focus on interdisciplinary settings that value your background
Endocrinology clinics, diabetes management programs, and community health organizations frequently need educators fluent in multiple cultural contexts. Your international background can be a genuine differentiator in patient populations that are linguistically or culturally diverse.
Connect with professional diabetes education associations
The Association of Diabetes Care and Education Specialists offers networking events and job resources where OPT students can meet hiring managers directly. In-person or virtual engagement with this community builds referrals that bypass standard applicant tracking systems entirely.
Diabetes Educator OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can I work as a Diabetes Educator on OPT without employer sponsorship?
Yes. OPT work authorization is granted by USCIS through your school, not your employer, so employers don't sponsor your OPT. You simply need to work in a role directly related to your field of study. The employer does need to verify your EAD card and report your employment to your DSO within 10 days of starting.
Does a Diabetes Educator role qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
It depends on your degree's CIP code, not the job title itself. If you graduated with a STEM-designated degree, such as health informatics, nutritional science, or certain biological sciences programs, and the Diabetes Educator role is directly related, you may qualify for the 24-month STEM extension. Your DSO can confirm your eligibility based on your specific program.
How do I find Diabetes Educator jobs that are open to OPT candidates?
Many healthcare employers don't advertise OPT-friendly roles explicitly, which makes filtering difficult on general job boards. Migrate Mate is built specifically for F-1 OPT students and surfaces employers with a track record of hiring international candidates. Browsing Migrate Mate's listings by role and location is the most efficient way to identify Diabetes Educator openings where OPT is welcomed.
Do I need to be licensed or certified to work as a Diabetes Educator on OPT?
Most Diabetes Educator positions require a licensed clinical background, such as RN, RD, or pharmacist licensure, before you can sit for the CDCES exam. Licensure requirements are set by state boards and are separate from your OPT authorization. You'll need to ensure your professional license is active and valid in the state where you plan to work before your OPT period begins.
What happens to my OPT status if my Diabetes Educator contract ends before my EAD expires?
F-1 OPT students are permitted up to 90 days of unemployment during standard OPT and 150 days during the STEM extension. If your contract ends, that clock starts immediately. You can accept a new Diabetes Educator role or a closely related health education position without any additional paperwork, as long as the new role is still related to your field of study.