Diabetes Educator

Carolinas Medical Center; Delavan (WI); On-site; USD 49,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Health benefits

Dental benefits

Total rewards program

Job summary

Carolinas Medical Center is seeking a Diabetes Educator/Nurse or Dietitian to provide DSMES per ADA/ADCES. The role includes assessing learning needs, leading individual and group education sessions, and delivering medical nutrition therapy when applicable.

You will collaborate with the care team and ensure documentation meets CMS requirements. Licensed RN or Registered Dietitian with a CDCES preference is required; CDces certification should be pursued within 2–3 years if not currently held.

Qualifications

• Current license or certification to practice as an RN or RD in the applicable state.
• CDCES certification preferred; obtain within 2–3 years if not certified.
• 2 years of patient-oriented educational experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide DSMES per ADA/ADCES standards in inpatient or outpatient settings.
• Assess learning needs, tailor education on diabetes management, nutrition, exercise, meds, glucose monitoring.
• Deliver individual and group diabetes education sessions.
• Offer medical nutrition therapy if a Registered Dietitian.
• Document services and bill CMS/payor requirements for DSMT and MNT.
• Collaborate with care team to implement comprehensive care plans.

Skills

Oral and written communication

Time management

Flexibility

Public speaking

Self-directed

Education

Nursing degree

Dietetics degree

BSN preferred

Master's if Dietitian later license

Job description

Department:

05580 AMG Delavan - Patient Education and Nutrition

Status:

Full time

Benefits Eligible:

Yes

Hou rs Per Week:

32

Schedule Details/Additional Information:

Scheduled hours of 8:00-4:30 Monday-Thursday. Mondays at the Paddock Lake Clinic and Tuesdays-Thursdays at the Delavan Clinic. Off Fridays. No weekends or holidays.

Pay Range:

$35.50 - $53.25

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).
• Assess patient learning needs, goals, and barriers to care, and tailor educational interventions accordingly. Lead individual and group education sessions on diabetes management, including medication, nutrition, exercise, and blood glucose monitoring. Provides 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 .
• The educator will 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.
• 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.

Licensure, Registration, and/or Certification Required:

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, you must obtain certification within two years preferred but not to exceed 3 years.

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 req uired if Dietician license obtained after 01/01/2024 .

Experience Required:

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.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required:

• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Organizational and effective time management skills
• Flexibility to adapt to changes in daily routine
• Skills in public speaking (or potential to develop) for group/education classes or professional speaking opportunities
• Self-directed

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• Clean, well-lit, comfortable environment
• Possible exposure to infections and contagious diseases
• Possible/occasional exposure to patient illnesses
• Occasionally subject to irregular hours

Preferred Education:

If nursing degree, BSN preferred.

DISCLAIMER

All responsibilities and requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only responsibilities to be performed by an employee occupying this job or position. Employees must follow any other job-related instructions and perform any other job-related duties requested by their leaders.

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Compensation

• Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
• Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
• Incentive pay for select positions
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance

Benefits and more

• Paid Time Off programs
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental