Beister is Diabetes Educator and Certified Foot Care Specialist

By: Aprill Murphy

Albion, NE – January 15, 2025 – Boone County Health Center (BCHC) is proud to celebrate Registered Nurse Jaimie Beister’s recent appointment as a Diabetes Educator and her achievement of certification as a Certified Foot Care Specialist (CFCS). A valued team member of BCHC for over 15 years, Beister’s expanded roles reflect her dedication to providing comprehensive and specialized care for our patients and communities.

In her new role as Diabetes Educator, Beister has completed 15 hours of diabetes-specific continuing education (CEUs), a requirement that enables BCHC to continue to offer the Diabetes Self-Management Educational Services (DSMES) program in partnership with Bryan Health. The DSMES program empowers patients with diabetes to better understand and manage their condition, improving their quality of life and long-term health outcomes.

Additionally, Beister’s achievement of CFCS certification highlights her specialized expertise in nursing foot care. This credential validates her qualification, competence, and commitment to staying current with best practices and guidelines. Preparing for and passing the certification exam has ensured her knowledge and skills are both comprehensive and up-to-date, allowing her to provide exceptional care for patients with foot care needs.

Beister, along with Janet Feik and Annette Horan, offer foot care services at the Rudman Rehabilitation Center, located inside the south entrance of Boone County Health Center. For more information on the diabetes or foot care program contact Beister at 402-395-3156 or visit with your Primary Care Provider.