Diabetes Educator & Dietitian — DSMES Specialist

American Geriatrics Society; Marietta (GA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Wellstar is seeking a Diabetes Educator/Dietitian to coordinate DSMES and nutrition care across inpatient and outpatient settings in the Marietta area.

You will educate patients and families, collaborate with the diabetes self-management team, and document care in the health record, aligning with ADA standards and Joint Commission expectations.

Independence in performing job functions and engagement in community education events may be included as part of duties.

Qualifications

• Experience providing diabetes self-management education and nutrition counseling.
• Ability to assess patient and family learning needs and tailor education accordingly.
• Familiarity with the Nutrition Care Process and diabetes care standards.

Responsibilities

• Develops, implements, and promotes quality diabetes education services.
• Collaborates with the care team to assess DSMES needs.
• Provides education to patients and families across care settings.

Skills

Diabetes education

Nutrition education

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Documentation and record-keeping

Patient education

Job description

Wellstar is seeking a Diabetes Educator/Dietitian to coordinate DSMES and nutrition care across inpatient and outpatient settings in the Marietta area.

You will educate patients and families, collaborate with the diabetes self-management team, and document care in the health record, aligning with ADA standards and Joint Commission expectations.

Independence in performing job functions and engagement in community education events may be included as part of duties.