PRH is looking for a team member to join our Nutrition and Diabetes Services Department in the role of Outpatient Diabetes Educator. This position is a 0.9-1.0 FTE (36-40 hours per week) with hours of 8:00am-4:30pm, Monday-Friday. This position is responsible for providing consultation, screening assessment, reassessment, and education for patients with a variety of medical conditions.
Summary:
An Outpatient Diabetes Educator is responsible for providing Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) and/or Diabetes Self-Management Education & Training (DSME/T) in the context of the recognized program, including nutrition and diabetes screening, assessments and reassessments of adult and geriatric patients with a variety of medical conditions as a member of the interdisciplinary care team. Initiates and completes MNT and/or DSME for Outpatient services, using facility approved Standing Orders. Counsels and educates patients, family members, employees, medical staff and community members on nutrition, diabetes and wellness topics. Develops, conducts and evaluates educational classes and materials. Participates in developing and updating procedures, protocols and departmental policies. Facilitates compliance with The Joint Commission, diabetes program recognizing body, state and other regulatory agencies related to nutrition and/or diabetes care. Participates in the development, implementation and monitoring of quality initiatives. Floats to provide coverage in all areas within professional scope of practice, including weekend and holiday call rotations (as appropriate).
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS/LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION/REGISTRATION
- Registered Dietitian Nutritionist
- Three years of experience with diabetes management strongly preferred, but newly graduated candidates are encouraged to apply!
- Fifteen credit hours of diabetes-related continuing education required within 90 days of employment; Certified Diabetes Care & Education Specialist (CDCES) strongly preferred
- Certification in CPR
FTE: 0.9 (36-40 hours per week)
Shift: 8:00am-4:30pm Monday-Friday
Location: Flexible between 2 of 3 clinics (Sun Prairie, Beaver Dam & Columbus).
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