Diabetes Education Registered Dietitian PRN

Baptist Health; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Diabetes Education Registered Dietitian to enhance patient care and education. In this role, you will collaborate with healthcare providers to develop and implement care plans for diabetes patients, while also serving as a resource for nursing staff. Your contributions will include delivering educational programs on diabetes management and prevention, ensuring that patients and their families receive the support they need. Join a family-oriented organization that values clinical excellence, teamwork, and innovation, and make a meaningful impact in the community.

Qualifications

• Licensed Dietitian in Kentucky required with evidence of continuing education.
• CDE preferred, must work towards it within 2 years if not certified.

Responsibilities

• Collaborates with providers to implement care plans for diabetes patients.
• Implements educational programs for patients and community.

Skills

Patient Education

Collaboration

Nutritional Assessment

Diabetes Management

Education

Licensed Dietitian in Kentucky

Registered Dietitian credential

Certified Diabetes Educator (CDE)

Tools

BCLS

Job description

Diabetes Education Registered Dietitian PRN

Job Summary:

The Diabetes Clinician assists in the coordination of care and education of the patient with diabetes. The diabetes clinician acts as a consultant for the nursing staff, using evidence-based practice when teaching staff and patients. The diabetes clinician may participate in staff development and continuing education in addition to patient education.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Collaborates with providers and clinical staff to define and implement the plan of care for the care of patients with diabetes and their families.
2. Serves as a resource to staff and management for patient care needs.
3. Implements educational programs for outpatients, family, and community for Diabetes Self-Management, Medical Nutrition Therapy and Diabetes Prevention.
4. Provides education for inpatients and families.
5. Collaborates and consults with other disciplines within the system and in the community.
6. Represents Baptist Health in the community.

Minimum Education, Training and Experience Required:

1. Licensed Dietitian in Kentucky.
2. Current registration with the Commission on Dietetic Registration or registry eligible (must achieve Registered Dietitian credential within 3 months of hire).
3. Evidence of continuing education with emphasis on area of practice.
4. Certified Diabetes Educator (CDE) preferred. If not currently a CDE, candidate must actively work toward obtaining CDE within 2 years of employment.
5. One year work experience as a registered dietitian preferred.
6. BCLS.
7. Membership in specialty organization (recommended but not required).

If you would like to be part of a growing family focused on supporting clinical excellence, teamwork and innovation, we urge you to apply now!

Baptist Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.