Dietitian | Diabetes Educator | Iredell Wellness & Diabetes Center | Part-Time

About the role

This 20-hour per week position provides nutritional education for various programs including Diabetes and Wellness in a manner consistent with the health system’s mission, philosophy, standards and by-laws.

Location: Brawley School Road, Mooresville

Responsibilities

• Conduct individual and group diabetes education sessions
• Develop personalized care plans for patients with diabetes
• Provide instruction on self-monitoring of blood glucose levels
• Offer nutritional counseling and meal planning guidance
• Educate patients about the importance of physical activity and exercise
• Assess patients' knowledge and skills related to diabetes management
• Support patients in setting and achieving diabetes-related goals
• Monitor and document patients' progress over time
• Stay up-to-date with the latest diabetes management guidelines and research
• Provide resources and support for managing diabetes-related complications
• Conduct community outreach and education programs
• Advocate for patients' needs within the healthcare system
• Participate in professional development and continuing education activities

Requirements

• Minimum of one year experience in Diabetes Education
• Basic Cardiac Life Support (Health-Care provider) certification required
• CDE or working towards hours to achieve CDE certification preferred
• Good physical and mental fitness to meet the demands made by patients, families, physicians and co-workers
• Must possess full range of body motion to pass basic FIT test for position to include walking, kneeling, standing, pushing, pulling
• Demonstrates ability to use a computer and basic office equipment

Schedule

20 hours per week