Diabetes Educator/Registered Dietitian

Riverside Health; Newport News (VA); On-site; USD 47,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus up to $5,000

Job summary

Riverside Health in Newport News, Virginia is seeking a Diabetes Educator to lead outpatient self-management education and nutrition counseling. Responsibilities include planning ADA-aligned programs, performing CGM insertions/downloads, and documenting in EMR within 24 hours.

The role requires a Bachelor's in nutrition/dietetics or nursing program graduate, active RD or RN license, and a CDE or eligibility within 3 years, plus 2 years of relevant experience and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's in nutrition/dietetics or nursing program graduate with required licensure.
• Registered Dietitian (RD) or RN license in Virginia required upon hire.
• Certified Diabetes Educator (CDE) or eligibility within 3 years.
• Minimum 2 years dietitian or nursing experience preferred.
• Excellent communication and patient education skills.

Responsibilities

• Teach outpatient diabetes self-management and nutrition education.
• Plan and implement ADA-aligned educational programs.
• Conduct CGM insertions/downloads and DPP related activities.
• Document in EMR within 24 hours.
• Participate in community programs and health fairs.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team to tailor patient education.

Skills

Diabetes education

Nutrition education

Interdisciplinary communication

Education

Bachelors in Nutrition or Dietetics

Nursing program graduate

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

EMR systems

Diabetes education materials

Job description

Newport News, VirginiaHiring Range$34.40 - $47.30/Hourly Actual pay is determined based on job-related factors such as relevant experience, education, credentials, skills, internal equity, and business needs.Up to 5,000 Sign-On Bonus Available!!!OverviewResponsible for teaching outpatient Diabetes Self-Management skills and nutritional education in class settings and/or one-to-one. In-patient basic diabetes self management and/or nutrition based on criteria established by the department.What you will doPlans, prioritizes and implements educational programs which are in compliance with American Diabetes Association objectives, RDS guidelines and other identified needs. Educational Offerings are presented clearly. Completes curriculum within designated time. Performs performance improvement activities related to diabetes (minimum of one). Effectively communicates with client/family and the interdisciplinary team. Incorporates client/family rights into nursing and dietitian practice. Participates in development of DSMT, DSME, Weight management, Ask the Educator, Prediabetes, Nutrition, CGM's and CDC DPP curriculum.Will perform and assess 2 or more CGM insertions/downloads. Will assist with prepump classes. Actively participates in DPP program at least once per year. Demonstrates the ability to assess, implement, and evaluate treatments and provide appropriate individualized recommendations on the needs of the patients while following departmental policy and guidelines. Consistently demonstrated evidence-based competency in the assessment of the patient and adapts care to meet the individual patient’s needs. Demonstrates professional competency. Documents in the EMR within 24 hours.Highly encouraged to actively participate in diabetic community programs/health fairs including The American Diabetes Tour de Cure. One of these activities is the American Diabetes Tour de Cure. Participates in one or more EVADE meetings per year. Participates in Ask the Educator Activities. Completes social accountability report monthly. Maintains professional standards by participating in continuing education at a minimum of 15 hours annually. Seeks to meet learning needs in order to maintain competency. Attends client case conferences/staff meetings. Attends a local Certified Educator Conference yearly. Submits monthly time, and travel records according to policy and procedure.Inpatient requirements for Diabetes basic self-management and nutrition basic education and documentation. Utilization of electronic records. Complete in-patient list and data search in 1 hour or less. Utilize in-patient sheets to compile notes and next day follow up's. Communication and support with nursing, providers, and team members in the provision of patient care to include collaboration about Diabetes for the specialized needs of the patient. Must understand the inpatient performance measures. Assist inpatient units, staff, and providers through teaching about hypoglycemia, hyperglycemia, A1c, and the importance of diabetes education documentation. In addition, responds to consults, High A1c’s, and newly diagnosed as priority. Demonstrates an understanding of Riverside approved educational material.Demonstrates excellent service to patients/families and other customers by providing assistance to their specific needs. This includes linking patients/families with appropriate resources in the community, providing services to other customers that may be assigned to another team member. Employee is aware of community and RHS resources.QualificationsEducationBachelors Degree, Nutrition, Dietetics or Related Field (Required) orProgram Graduate, Nursing (Required) andHigh School Diploma or GED, Only Required if Nursing Diploma Graduate (Required)Experience2 years Dietitian or Nursing Experience (Preferred)Licenses and CertificationsRegistered Dietician (RD) - Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) Upon Hire(Required) orRegistered Nurse (RN) - Virginia Department of Health Professions (VDHP) Licensed in State of Virginia or compact state Upon Hire(Required) andCertified Diabetes Educator (CDE) - National Certification Board for Diabetes Educators Certified Diabetes Care and Educational Specialist within 3 Years(Required)To learn more about being a team member with Riverside Health System visit us at https://www.riversideonline.com/careers.