Diabetes Educator

About the role

The position is part-time, working 24 hours per week on a Day Schedule. The diabetes educator provides education for clients with diabetes of all ages, focusing on individualized needs through assessments, plan development, implementation, and evaluation.

Responsibilities

• Conduct health and education assessments for clients with diabetes.
• Develop and implement education plans considering psychosocial, economic, and language barriers.
• Evaluate education plans to ensure effectiveness.
• Collaborate with a team of RNs and RDs in both classroom and individual outpatient settings.
• Engage in professional development and community outreach as part of professional practice.

Requirements

• Current Oregon Dietitian License and National CDR Registered Dietitian license upon hire.
• Three (3) years of experience in treating and educating clients with diabetes within the last two years.
• Experience with current adult learning theories in relation to diabetes education.
• Experience with the clinical management of diabetes.

Preferred Qualifications

• Formal coursework or credentials in principles of adult learning theory and patient-centered learning.
• Certification in Diabetes Education, or willingness to obtain CDE certification upon hire.
• Experience with diverse ethnic groups.

Benefits

Providence offers a comprehensive benefits package including a retirement 401(k) Savings Plan with employer matching, health care benefits, life insurance, disability insurance, time off benefits, voluntary benefits, well-being resources, and much more. Additional compensation may be available for this role, such as shift differentials, standby/on-call, overtime, premiums, extra shift incentives, or bonuses.