Diabetes Educator II

Sutter Health; Castro Valley (CA); On-site; USD 73,000 - 103,000; Full time

Job summary

Sutter Health's SEBMF-East Bay Medical Foundation seeks a Registered Dietitian to provide diabetes self-management education and medical nutrition therapy to individuals and groups. You will assess educational needs, set goals, and collaborate with physicians, pharmacists, and social workers to create effective, individualized care plans that improve quality of life.

Responsibilities include educating patients, coordinating with a care team, and documenting in EPIC EMR.

Qualifications

• BS in Dietetics or related field required.
• RD licensure in California is required.
• Two years of relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop personalized DSMT/MNT plans for patients and groups.
• Coordinate care with physicians, pharmacists, and case managers.
• Educate individuals and groups on diabetes management and nutrition.
• Maintain EMR documentation and use EPIC effectively.

Skills

Diabetes education

Clinical judgment

Time management

Adult learning theory

Education

Bachelor's in Dietetics

Tools

EPIC

Microsoft Office

EMR

Job description

We are so glad you are interested in joining Sutter Health!

Organization:

SEBMF-East Bay Medical Foundation

Position Overview:

Provides diabetes self-management education/training (DSMT) and/or medical nutrition therapy (MNT) to individuals, family members, and groups. Manages the care of a distinct patient population through assessment of educational needs, nutritional guidelines, lifestyle interventional goals, and counseling. Coordinates patient care in collaboration with other healthcare providers (physicians, pharmacists, case managers, social workers, etc.) to develop effective individualized protocols (medication, therapy, nutrition, devices, etc.) that empower patients with techniques and behavior modifications to help control their disease, avoid potential complications, and bring about lasting improvements in their quality of life.

Job Description

These Principal Accountabilities, Requirements and Qualifications are not exhaustive, but are merely the most descriptive of the current job. Management reserves the right to revise the job description or require that other tasks be performed when the circumstances of the job change (for example, emergencies, staff changes, workload, or technical development).

EDUCATION:

• Bachelor’s: Dietetics, nutrition, or related field

CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE:

• RD-Registered Dietitian
• CDCES/CDE-Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (for employees hired prior to 05/03/2024: within 2 years)
• BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider (not required for fully remote incumbents)

TYPICAL EXPERIENCE:

• 2 years recent relevant experience

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:

• Proven competency in standard concepts, practices, and procedures within the diabetes education specialty field that demonstrates clinical judgment, technical skills, and knowledge base.
• Demonstrated expertise in the use of diabetes monitoring and managing equipment, including blood glucose monitors, insulin injection devices, and the computer software associated with these devices.
• Advance knowledge of adult learning theory and ability to provide individual and group education.
• Exceptional attention to detail with time management and organization skills, including being an effective decision maker and expert delegator.
• Solid knowledge of computer applications, such as Microsoft Office Suite and EPIC to enter/update electronic medical records (EMR). Prioritize activities and work within defined policies, procedures, and practices to achieve objectives and meet deadlines; help determine appropriate approach for new assignments.
• Use experience and existing precedents or procedures to resolve atypical or infrequent problems; provide informal guidance and support to junior team members.
• Work independently as well as be part of the team, including accomplishing multiple tasks in an environment with interruptions. Communicate technical or sensitive information clearly and professionally to diverse audiences (patients, patients’ family/support group, physicians, and staff).
• Make independent judgements while caring for patients
• Make treatment decisions within their scope of practice and make recommendations to physicians/APCs for medication adjustments.
• Work autonomously and carry a panel per say of patients they regularly follow
• Is responsible for the patient care while working and maintaining that ongoing care day to day and week to week
• Often embedded into a diabetes clinic/endocrinology where they are responsible for collaborating and extending care beyond the provider visit, including follow up or between provider visits.

Job Shift:

Day/Evening

Schedule:

Full Time

Shift Hours:

8

Days of the Week:

Monday - Friday

Weekend Requirements:

None

Benefits:

Yes

Unions:

No

Position Status:

Non-Exempt

Weekly Hours:

40

Employee Status:

Regular

Employees of Sutter Health and its entities may handle hazardous drugs in the course of their work, including patient care, which requires them to manage, store, prepare, receive, unpack, transport, dispose of, or administer drugs identified as hazardous or potentially hazardous by the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) and in accordance with the USP 800 guidelines.

Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.

Pay Range is $53.25 to $74.55 / hour

The posted pay range is based on the position’s primary work location. Candidates who reside and work outside of that location may be subject to a different pay range based on their work location. Candidate starting salaries consider multiple factors, including, but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, departmental equity, training, and organizational needs. Base pay is only one component of Sutter Health’s comprehensive total rewards program. Eligible positions also include a comprehensive benefits package.