Carole Jakucs, MSN, RN, CDCES, PHN, is a nationally recognized, board-certified diabetes nurse educator,  a health journalist, public speaker and National Diabetes Prevention Program Lifestyle Coach. Carole is also known on social media as Diabetes Nurse Carole.

 

She writes and speaks on diabetes self-management, diabetes care, chronic disease management, wellness, behavior change, safety, healthcare and the nursing profession. 

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Carole has been quoted in Medscape, Everyday Health, Nurse.com, Berxi.com, The Ruston Daily Leader, NCLEX Education, The International Wound Journal (IWJ), Roc Scholar at Rochester Regional Health, Torrance Memorial Medical Center, The Wound Care Education Institute, eightfold.ai and Working Nurse Magazine.

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As a Board Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist and Registered Nurse, Carole has educated diverse patient populations in outpatient, inpatient and community health settings, and has developed diabetes education programs, clinical guidelines, and training curricula.

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As a writer, Carole has authored hundreds of health articles and feature stories, translating complex medical information into clear, engaging content for both health professionals and the public. 

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Her dynamic speaking style blends scientific accuracy with storytelling and provides evidence-based, practical guidance with motivational strategies that leaves audiences informed and inspired. Carole has presented at healthcare organizations, corporate wellness programs, universities, community groups, and patient audiences, delivering sessions that are actionable, entertaining and easy to understand.

 

*This website is for informational purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for the medical advice, diagnosis or treatment provided by your physician or healthcare professional.