TN Visa Certified Diabetes Educator Jobs
Certified Diabetes Educator jobs in the U.S. qualify under the TN visa's Medical/Allied Professional category, making sponsorship available to Canadian citizens at the border and to Mexican citizens through a U.S. consulate. Your employer provides a support letter documenting your CDCES credential and nursing or dietetics degree, which establish your eligibility for this specialty occupation classification.
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Job Summary
Delivers comprehensive and seamless services that bridges the gap to integrate clinical and self-management aspects of diabetes and cardiometabolic care in all settings (acute, ambulatory and community). Integral part of the interprofessional team and provides collaborative, comprehensive and person-centered care and education conducive to behavior change and improved quality of life across the lifespan. Supports and advocates for people affected by diabetes to optimize quality care. Promotes self-management to achieve individualized behavioral and treatment goals that reduce risks and optimize health outcomes. Team member of a recognized American Diabetes Association (ADA) Diabetes Self-Management Education and Support (DSMES) department and follows the ADA recognition requirements which are based on the National Standards of DSMES guidelines.
Essential Functions
- All team members are expected to be knowledgeable and compliant with Prisma Health's purpose: Inspire health. Serve with compassion. Be the difference.
- Integrates skills and knowledge of pathophysiology, epidemiology, clinical management, cardiometabolic conditions, and self-management of diabetes into clinical practice.
- Advocates for and communicates about improved quality of care and outcomes for those living with, at risk for, and affected by diabetes and cardiometabolic conditions.
- Partners with individuals to deliver care and education conducive to behavior change and improves quality of life by applying the Association of Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (ADCES) ADCES7 self-care behaviors for self-management of diabetes and cardiometabolic conditions across the lifespan.
- Applies business principles, systems practice, and population health management to support achievement of the Quintuple Aim (reduced costs, improved outcomes, improved experience, improved work life for healthcare providers, and equity in health and social services).
- Contributes to the achievement of established DSMES department goals and objectives and adheres to department policies, procedures, quality standards and safety standards. Complies with governmental and accreditation regulations.
- Provides quality diabetes self-management education in individual and group settings based on assessed needs. Utilizes appropriate teaching techniques that are sensitive to the learning preferences of the person with prediabetes or diabetes.
- Completes comprehensive assessments for each patient including emotional and behavioral health, interprets personal health data, develops an individualized care plan based on the patient's assessed needs and goals and promotes self-management.
- Collaborates, advocates, and confers with other members of the diabetes care team in developing person-centered diabetes plans. Engages in lifelong learning and serves as a role model of professionalism.
- Advocates for and supports technology-enabled diabetes education and care, in individual and population health diabetes services.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Supervisory/Management Responsibility
- This is a non-management job that will report to a supervisor, manager, director, or executive.
Minimum Requirements
- Education - Associate degree in Nursing. Bachelor's degree in Nursing preferred.
- Experience - One (1) year of clinical experience. Experience with diabetic patient population preferred.
In Lieu Of
In lieu of certification, will consider candidates that are certification eligible and willing to obtain required CDCES or BC-ADM certification within three (3) years of DCES hire date. Additionally, must complete 15 CEUs in diabetes-related education within 4 months of hire and each ADA anniversary year until certification is obtained.
Required Certifications, Registrations, Licenses
- Holds a current RN compact/multistate license recognized by the NCSBN Compact State or is licensed to practice as an RN in the state the team member is working.
- Job related certification from one of the following: Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (CDCES) or Board Certified-Advanced Diabetes Management (BC-ADM) from the Certification Board for Diabetes Care & Education (CBDCE).
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Knowledge of diabetes technology including insulin pumps and continuous glucose monitors preferred.
Work Shift
Day (United States of America)
Location
Life Center
Facility
1008 Greenville Memorial Hospital
Department
10087450 Diabetes Self Management Prog
Share your talent with us! Our vision is simple: to transform healthcare for the benefits of the communities we serve. The transformation of healthcare requires talented individuals in every role here at Prisma Health.
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Job Summary
Delivers comprehensive and seamless services that bridges the gap to integrate clinical and self-management aspects of diabetes and cardiometabolic care in all settings (acute, ambulatory and community). Integral part of the interprofessional team and provides collaborative, comprehensive and person-centered care and education conducive to behavior change and improved quality of life across the lifespan. Supports and advocates for people affected by diabetes to optimize quality care. Promotes self-management to achieve individualized behavioral and treatment goals that reduce risks and optimize health outcomes. Team member of a recognized American Diabetes Association (ADA) Diabetes Self-Management Education and Support (DSMES) department and follows the ADA recognition requirements which are based on the National Standards of DSMES guidelines.
Essential Functions
- All team members are expected to be knowledgeable and compliant with Prisma Health's purpose: Inspire health. Serve with compassion. Be the difference.
- Integrates skills and knowledge of pathophysiology, epidemiology, clinical management, cardiometabolic conditions, and self-management of diabetes into clinical practice.
- Advocates for and communicates about improved quality of care and outcomes for those living with, at risk for, and affected by diabetes and cardiometabolic conditions.
- Partners with individuals to deliver care and education conducive to behavior change and improves quality of life by applying the Association of Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (ADCES) ADCES7 self-care behaviors for self-management of diabetes and cardiometabolic conditions across the lifespan.
- Applies business principles, systems practice, and population health management to support achievement of the Quintuple Aim (reduced costs, improved outcomes, improved experience, improved work life for healthcare providers, and equity in health and social services).
- Contributes to the achievement of established DSMES department goals and objectives and adheres to department policies, procedures, quality standards and safety standards. Complies with governmental and accreditation regulations.
- Provides quality diabetes self-management education in individual and group settings based on assessed needs. Utilizes appropriate teaching techniques that are sensitive to the learning preferences of the person with prediabetes or diabetes.
- Completes comprehensive assessments for each patient including emotional and behavioral health, interprets personal health data, develops an individualized care plan based on the patient's assessed needs and goals and promotes self-management.
- Collaborates, advocates, and confers with other members of the diabetes care team in developing person-centered diabetes plans. Engages in lifelong learning and serves as a role model of professionalism.
- Advocates for and supports technology-enabled diabetes education and care, in individual and population health diabetes services.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Supervisory/Management Responsibility
- This is a non-management job that will report to a supervisor, manager, director, or executive.
Minimum Requirements
- Education - Associate degree in Nursing. Bachelor's degree in Nursing preferred.
- Experience - One (1) year of clinical experience. Experience with diabetic patient population preferred.
In Lieu Of
In lieu of certification, will consider candidates that are certification eligible and willing to obtain required CDCES or BC-ADM certification within three (3) years of DCES hire date. Additionally, must complete 15 CEUs in diabetes-related education within 4 months of hire and each ADA anniversary year until certification is obtained.
Required Certifications, Registrations, Licenses
- Holds a current RN compact/multistate license recognized by the NCSBN Compact State or is licensed to practice as an RN in the state the team member is working.
- Job related certification from one of the following: Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (CDCES) or Board Certified-Advanced Diabetes Management (BC-ADM) from the Certification Board for Diabetes Care & Education (CBDCE).
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Knowledge of diabetes technology including insulin pumps and continuous glucose monitors preferred.
Work Shift
Day (United States of America)
Location
Life Center
Facility
1008 Greenville Memorial Hospital
Department
10087450 Diabetes Self Management Prog
Share your talent with us! Our vision is simple: to transform healthcare for the benefits of the communities we serve. The transformation of healthcare requires talented individuals in every role here at Prisma Health.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding TN Visa Sponsorship in Certified Diabetes Educator
Verify your credential meets TN requirements
Your CDCES certification alone doesn't establish TN visa eligibility. You also need an underlying qualifying degree, typically in nursing, dietetics, or a related health science, that maps to the Medical/Allied Professional category the TN visa program recognizes.
Target health systems with visa sponsorship experience
Large hospital networks and integrated health systems have experience sponsoring work visas and maintain HR teams familiar with visa sponsorship processes. Smaller outpatient clinics often lack this experience and may be unfamiliar with the TN support letter requirements needed for Canadian applicants or consulate procedures for Mexican applicants.
Search TN-sponsored roles using Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to filter Certified Diabetes Educator openings by TN visa sponsorship availability. It surfaces employers with active sponsorship history so you're not cold-applying to organizations unfamiliar with the TN process.
Prepare a credential equivalency letter early
If your degree is from a Canadian or Mexican institution, get a formal U.S. credential evaluation before presenting your documentation at the U.S. port of entry or consulate. Immigration officers can question foreign degree equivalency, and having this documentation ready prevents delays during your TN visa application.
Clarify TN renewal expectations with your employer upfront
TN status is granted in three-year increments with no cap on renewals, but each renewal requires a new employer letter and active employment. Confirm your offer letter includes language covering renewals before you sign, so there's no ambiguity later.
Understand how Mexican TN consular processing differs
Mexican citizens must apply at a U.S. consulate rather than a port of entry. Factor in appointment wait times at the consulate and make sure your employer's support letter is complete and ready before you schedule your interview.
Certified Diabetes Educator TN Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does the Certified Diabetes Educator role qualify for TN visa sponsorship?
Yes, Certified Diabetes Educators qualify under the TN visa's Medical/Allied Professional category, provided you hold a relevant underlying degree in nursing, dietetics, or a related health science field. The CDCES credential strengthens your application by demonstrating specialty knowledge, but CBP or a consular officer will also assess your degree to confirm it aligns with the role you've been offered.
How does the TN visa compare to H-1B for Certified Diabetes Educator positions?
The TN visa has a clear advantage for this role: there's no annual lottery, no cap for Canadian citizens, and approval can happen at the port of entry the same day. H-1B visa requires employer sponsorship months in advance, a lottery selection, and USCIS adjudication that can take several months. For Canadian CDEs, TN is almost always the faster and more predictable path to U.S. employment.
How can I find employers who will sponsor a TN visa for a diabetes educator role?
Migrate Mate is the most direct way to find Certified Diabetes Educator jobs with TN visa sponsorship. It filters openings by employer experience with visa sponsorship, so you're targeting companies who have recent work visa filings and understand the sponsorship process, rather than spending time educating hiring managers who've never sponsored international professionals before.
What documents does my employer need to prepare for my TN application?
Your employer needs to provide a detailed support letter on company letterhead. That letter must describe your specific CDE duties, confirm your CDCES credential and degree, state your salary and employment start date, and affirm the position qualifies under TN professional requirements. At the port of entry (for Canadian citizens) or U.S. consulate (for Mexican citizens), you'll present this letter along with your credentials and job offer. The consular officer or CBP official will review whether your role and qualifications meet TN eligibility criteria before approval.
Can Mexican Certified Diabetes Educators apply for TN status at the border like Canadians can?
No. Mexican citizens must apply for TN status through a U.S. consulate, not at a port of entry. You'll need your employer's support letter before scheduling your consular interview. Appointment availability varies by consulate location, so build extra lead time into your start date planning and confirm with your employer that all documents are finalized before you book.