Registered Dietician or RN - Diabetes Educator - Clinic

Major Responsibilities

Provides care following the National Standard for Diabetes Self-Management Education and Support (DSMES) as defined by the American Diabetes Association (ADA) or Association of Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (ADCES).

Assesses patient learning needs, goals, and barriers to care, and tailors educational interventions accordingly.

• Lead individual and group education sessions on diabetes management, including medication, nutrition, exercise, and blood glucose monitoring.
• Provide formal instruction on diabetes management to the patient (inpatient and/or outpatient).
• If a Registered Dietitian, provide medical nutrition therapy services for patients with diabetes or other referring diagnosis.
• Provide ongoing support and follow-up to ensure successful management of diabetes or other referring diagnosis.
• Maintain knowledge of diabetes management technology and manufacturer protocols.
• Collaborate with the healthcare team to develop and implement comprehensive care plans.
• Under Provider order with proven competencies and within departmental policy, may adjust diabetes medications per protocol.
• Stay current on developments in diabetes care and education, ensuring compliance with ADA standards.
• Document and charge for services provided consistent with CMS and payor requirements and guidelines for DSMT and MNT services.

Qualifications

Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served.

Must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span.

Serves as a health resource to the community by participating in community events and coordinating support meetings.

Participates in the development and evaluation of patient education program and materials.

Acts as a resource for health care providers, patients and the community.

If a teammate does not yet have CDCES, must complete the required hours of diabetes-related continuing education annually, per ADA /ADCES requirements.

Education

• Required: Degree in Nursing, Dietetics, or other related disciplines that meet the certification eligibility requirements for CDCES.
• If nursing degree, BSN preferred.
• Master's degree in Dietetics required if Dietician license obtained after 01/01/2024.

Experience

2 years of patient-oriented educational experience preferred with a broad range of knowledge on diabetes for age-appropriate population and its interrelation to co-existing health conditions.

Preferred Education

• If nursing degree, BSN preferred.

Licenses, Registrations, and Certifications

• Current license or certification to practice as a Registered Nurse (RN) or Registered Dietitian, in the State of applicable state.
• Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (CDCES) preferred.
• If not certified, must obtain certification within two years preferred but not to exceed 3 years.