Job description
Registered Nurse - Diabetes Educator
Location: Rockford, Illinois
Start Date: 05-06-2026
Contract Type: Travel Contract
Shift Type: Monday to Friday, Day Shift Hours
Hours per Week: 40
Candidate Pay Rate: $63 per hour
About United Health Care Staffing
At United Health Care Staffing (UHC Staffing), we believe healthcare staffing should be more than just finding a job. We are here to connect amazing professionals with opportunities that make their careers exciting, rewarding, and meaningful. With us, you're not just signing up for a contract you are joining a team that's got your back, answers your calls, and maybe even cracks a joke or two to brighten your day. Think of us as the travel buddy who handles the logistics while you focus on what you do best helping people heal.
Roles & Responsibilities
- Utilize the nursing process to provide high-quality patient care
- Administer medications and treatments in accordance with approved nursing techniques
- Develop and execute patient plans of care
- Participate in department performance improvement activities
- Provide diabetes education to patients and families
Qualifications
- Graduate of an accredited nursing program
- BSN preferred
- Licensed as an RN in IL and WI
- CDCES certification required
- Approved CPR certification required within 90 days
- 2 years of experience in nursing
Education
- Graduate of an accredited nursing program
- BSN preferred
Knowledge & Skills
- Nursing Process
- Medication Administration
- Patient Plan of Care
- Critical Thinking
- Patient Education
- Diabetes education and management
Benefits
- Competitive benefits package
- Opportunities for professional growth and development
- Collaborative and supportive team environment
- Chance to make a positive impact on patient care
Travel Perks: Explore Rockford, Illinois
Explore Rockford's scenic parks and hiking trails, visit the Burpee Museum of Natural History, or take a stroll along the Rock River. Enjoy the city's vibrant downtown area with shops, restaurants, and entertainment options.
Apply Now
Ready to start your next adventure as a Registered Nurse - Diabetes Educator? Let's get you moving forward!
Send your resume to [email protected] or call us at 408-441-9200 today.
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Why UHCS
Weekly or bi-weekly pay, medical/dental/vision, a SIMPLE IRA with employer contribution, tests paid on qualifying assignments with payroll deduction available, and one recruiter who stays with you for the whole assignment — reachable after hours. Every placement is credentialed to Joint Commission standards, so your packet is accepted the first time.