Clinical Dietitian | Diabetes Education Program Insulin Dose Adjustment/Certified Diabetes Educator

Cns-Scn; Nelson; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 74,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee & Family Assistance Program

Employer paid training/education

Employer paid vacation - Medical Plans

Employer paid insurance premiums

Extended health & dental coverage

Municipal Pension Plan

Work-life balance

Job summary

Relief Part Time Clinical Dietitian in Nelson and Castlegar, BC, provides diabetes education and nutrition services across clinics. Shifts include 08:30–16:30 and 09:30–17:30 with coverage on Tuesdays to Fridays, including Nelson and Castlegar days.

Position runs until Jan 3, 2028 or until the incumbent returns. Salary ranges between $43.23 and $53.96 per hour, with excellent benefits such as health coverage, pension, and employee assistance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in nutrition and dietetics with accreditation.
• Completion of an accredited hospital-based dietetic internship or equivalent.
• Full license as a Registered Dietitian with CHCPBC.
• Two years clinical nutrition experience including diabetes care.
• IDA competency or CDE qualification or Diabetes Educator Certificate program.
• Valid BC Driver’s License as required.

Responsibilities

• Provide nutritional assessment, care planning and charting for patients with diabetes.
• Deliver counseling and education programs to patients/clients.
• Contribute to development of guidelines and participate in quality improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with the health care team to support insulin dose adjustments and diabetes education.

Skills

Diabetes education

Clinical dietetics

Nutritional assessment

Interprofessional collaboration

Patient counseling

Education

Baccalaureate degree in nutrition and dietetics

Accredited hospital internship in dietetics

Registered Dietitian license (CHCPBC)

IDA Competency or CDE qualification

BC Driver's License

Job description

and the Prevention and Treatment of Disease.

Position Summary

We are seeking a Relief Part Time Clinical Dietitian| Diabetes Education Program Insulin Dose Adjustment/Certified Diabetes Educator in Nelson and Castlegar, B.C. Diabetes dietitian position covering Nelson and Castlegar diabetes clinics. Nelson days: Wednesday, alternating Thursday and Friday. Thursday Nelson shifts are 09:30-17:30, other shifts are 08:30-16:30 Castlegar days: Tuesdays and alternating Thursdays 08:30-16:30. Days of work: Days, Tuesday to Friday. Shift times: 08:30 to 16:30, 09:30 to 17:30. This is a relief position until January 3, 2028 or the return of incumbent.

What we offer:

• Employee & Family Assistance Program
• Employer paid training/education opportunities
• Employer paid vacation-Medical Services Plan
• Employer paid insurance premiums
• Extended health & dental coverage
• Municipal Pension Plan
• Work-life balance

Hourly Wage:

$43.23 - $53.96

How will we help you grow?

Interior Health offers excellent benefits and many opportunities to maximize your skills. We are an organization where you have room to grow in a place where life outside of work is just as important to us as it is to you.

What will you work on?

Utilizing and applying advanced knowledge and experience in relevant clinical techniques (through Insulin Dose Adjustment (IDA) competency and/or Certified Diabetes Educator (CDE) qualifications) and in collaboration with the health care team, the Clinical Dietitian provides nutritional services through: nutritional assessment; care planning and charting; intervention, client goal setting and monitoring; counseling and education programs for patients/clients; orientation, guidance, and sharing of collegial information or demonstration of equipment or work processes to others including peers, new staff, and students in accordance with professional standards and program objectives. The Clinical Dietitian provides input on Regional, Provincial, and local diabetes services by participating in the development of nutritional practice guidelines and procedures and by participating in research and continuous quality improvement initiatives for the program.

Where are we located?

Nelson is a vibrant community offering a rare blend of outdoor adventure as well as arts, cultural and heritage experiences. Nestled amongst the Selkirk Mountains and on the shores of Kootenay Lake the area is a mecca for, hiking, mountain biking, golfing or boating. As the season's turn, the award winning terrain and abundant snow make for world class skiing and winter adventures. Recreation and culture Nelson's live entertainment venues host first-rate performances year round, which combined with the selection of more than 30 fine restaurants, and the many seasonal outdoor patios, you'll experience the advantages of big city cultural nightlife and dining. We love it here… “Come the warm days of spring, summer, or fall, I just enjoy hopping on my bike, riding to work, and arriving there invigorated to start the work day. On my way home – what should I do? Shall I go by the boathouse and put the kayak in the lake for a short paddle or ride along Baker Street to stock up on local delights or organic produce? Oh yeah, it's Friday afternoon, I could stop into the local wine store and taste a little red or white wine before deciding on a bottle. Then home to get ready for dinner out at one of the many fine dining establishments before heading to an art show, music event, or theatre production. And in winter, with its crisp cold snowy days that blanket the ground in white, I can head to the slopes to ski, snowshoe, or go to the recreation centre for a workout. Maybe I should stay home warm in front of a fire watching the snow fall on the cedars. So much to do. So many wonders that speak to my heart ... I love living here!” – Anne Marie Doig, RN, Kootenay Lake Hospital

Qualifications

• Baccalaureate degree in nutrition and dietetics.
• Successful completion of an accredited hospital based dietetic internship program (or equivalent acceptable to the facility).
• Full licensee as a Registered Dietitian with the College of Health and Care Professionals of BC (CHCPBC).
• Two (2) years of clinical nutrition experience including one (1) year working with Diabetes clients in a health care environment, or an equivalent combination of education, experience and/or training suitable to the facility or program is required.
• Insulin Dose Adjustment (IDA) Competency, or Certified Diabetes Educator (CDE) or completion of the Diabetes Educator Certificate Program from Michener Institute.
• Valid BC Driver's License as required.