Clinical Educator-Diabetes Dietetic

Allina Health; Maple Grove (MN); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental

PTO/Time Away

Retirement Savings Plans

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement or CME

Student Loan Support

Job summary

Allina Health is seeking a Diabetes Dietitian to conduct nutritional assessments, develop nutrition plans, and educate patients, families, and staff on diabetes management. The role collaborates with physicians and multi-disciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive care and proper documentation of outcomes in the medical record.

The position requires a Dietetics degree with licensure, RD/CDR credentials, and experience in diabetes care, with potential for growth in our Minnesota network.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Dietetics or related field.
• 2–5 years diabetes patient care experience in hospital or nursing home.
• 2–5 years documenting in electronic medical records.

Responsibilities

• Assess and plan nutritional needs for diabetes patients.
• Conduct nutrition assessments and develop care plans.
• Collaborate with physicians to address diabetes management needs.
• Provide education to patients and families on nutrition and diabetes care.
• Document assessment, plan, interventions, and outcomes in the medical record.
• Discharge planning for patient and family.

Skills

Nutritional assessment

Diabetes education

Patient education

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Nutrition planning

Education

Bachelor's degree in Dietetics or related field

Licensed Dietitian - Minnesota

Registered Dietitian - CDR

Certified Diabetes Educator - NCBDE

Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics registration

Licensed Dietician - Wisconsin

Tools

EMR documentation

Job description

Location Address:

9055 Springbrook Dr NWCoon Rapids, MN 55433-5841

Date Posted:

October 02, 2026

Department:

62000612 Diabetes Education Administration

Shift:

Day/Evening (United States of America)

Shift Length:

8 hour shift

Hours Per Week:

40

Union Contract:

Non-Union-NCT

Weekend Rotation:

None

Job Summary:

Allina Health is a not-for-profit health system that cares for individuals, families and communities throughout Minnesota and western Wisconsin. If you value putting patients first, consider a career at Allina Health. Our mission is to provide exceptional care as we prevent illness, restore health and provide comfort to all who entrust us with their care. This includes you and your loved ones. We are committed to providing whole person care, investing in your well-being, and enriching your career.

Key Position Details:

• FTE 1.0 (80 hours per two week pay period)
• 8-hour day/evening shift
• No weekends

Job Description:

Conduct nutritional assessment of patients with diabetes, and develop nutrition plan. Educate patients, families, staff and other caregivers related to nutrition in diabetes management.

Principle Responsibilities

• Assesses and plans for nutritional needs of patients with diabetes.
  • Conducts nutrition assessment.
  • Develops nutrition plan.
  • Collaborates with physicians as needed to identify nutritional and / or diabetes management needs and plan of care.
  • Utilizes approved protocols for medication management to advance the plan of care when appropriate.
  • Provides consultation and mentoring related to diabetes care to staff in complex cases and new or unfamiliar clinical problems.
  • Partners and collaborates with multi-disciplinary team.
  • Plans and documents discharge needs for patient and family.
• Conducts patient and family education.
  • Provides nutrition education to patients and their family.
  • Evaluates patient and family response to education.
• Documents in medical record.
  • Documents assessment, plan, interventions, education and outcomes in medical record.
  • Documents nutritional goals and data in the medical record.
  • Documents to assure accurate coding and billing for services.
  • Maintains documentation tools, educational literature and resources.
• Other duties as assigned.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Dietetics or related field
• 2 to 5 years of experience in treatment of diabetes patients in hospital or nursing home setting
• 2 to 5 years in documentation in electronic medical record

Licenses/Certifications

• Licensed Dietitian - Minnesota Board of Dietetics and Nutrition Practice required Or Licensed in Wisconsin for WI practice settings upon hire
• Registered Dietitian - Commission on Dietetic Registration
• Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics preferred Or American Dietetic Association Registration upon hire
• Certified Diabetes Educator - National Certification Board for Diabetes Educators required within 4 years
• American Dietetic Association Registration upon hire preferred
• Licensed Dietician-Wisconsin for Dieticians in Wisconsin practice setting upon hire required

Physical Demands

• Sedentary:
• Lifting weight up to 10 lbs. occasionally, negligible weight frequently

Pay Range

Pay Range: $38.52 to $52.80 per hour The pay described reflects the base hiring pay range. Your starting rate would depend on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, your experience, education, and the union agreement (if applicable). Shift, weekend and/or other differentials may be available to increase your pay rate for certain shifts or work.

Allina Health is committed to adhering with all applicable local, state and federal minimum wage requirements.

Benefit Summary

Allina Health believes the best way to provide safe and compassionate care for our patients is by nurturing the passion of those who care for them. That's why we devote extraordinary resources to help you grow and thrive - not only as a professional but also as a whole person. When you join our team, you have access to a wealth of valuable employee benefits that support the total well-being - mind, body, spirit and community - of you and your family members.

Allina Health is all in on your well-being. Because well-being means something different to everyone, our award-winning program provides you with the resources you need to help you navigate your personal journey. This includes well-being dollars, dedicated well-being navigators, and many programs, activities, articles, videos, personal coaching and tools to support you on your journey.

We are focused on creating an inclusive workplace so everyone can see themselves as part of our care team. Our care teams are as diverse as the communities we serve and proud to be contributing to the mission of a leading health care organization. Our pioneering approach to well-being helps every member of our care team feel a deep sense of connection and joy in their work.

Benefits include:

• Medical/Dental
• PTO/Time Away
• Retirement Savings Plans
• Life Insurance
• Short-term/Long-term Disability
• Voluntary Benefits (vision, legal, critical illness)
• Tuition Reimbursement or Continuing Medical Education as applicable
• Student Loan Support Benefits to navigate the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
• Allina Health is a 501(c)(3) eligible employer

*Benefit eligibility/offerings are determined by FTE and if you are represented by a union.