Diabetes Prevention Navigator & Nutrition Educator

Nisqually Indian Tribe; Olympia (WA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Nisqually Indian Tribe is seeking a Diabetes Program Educator to lead diabetes prevention activities, coordinate nutrition services, and support grant deliverables under the Diabetes Coordinator. You will provide Medical Nutrition Therapy, outreach, and events, collaborating with tribal programs to promote healthy eating and diabetes prevention for community members.

This role requires HIPAA knowledge, EHR familiarity, and tribal, federal, and IHS resource awareness; RD or CN credentials and 2

Qualifications

• Knowledge of Tribal, Local, State and Federal resources available to program clients and their families.
• Knowledge of Indian Health Service programs.
• HIPAA and data confidentiality compliance.
• Knowledge of electronic health records and related applications.
• Knowledge of budgeting principles.

Responsibilities

• Participate as a team member to support the Diabetes Program.
• Perform work to achieve grant and program deliverables such as chart reviews and data collection.
• Attend meetings and trainings to facilitate grant activities and SDPI tasks.
• Provide one-on-one and small group Medical Nutrition Therapy and document visits.
• Provide outreach and education on diabetes prevention and treatment.
• Coordinate diabetes events within budget guidelines.
• Collaborate with other programs to promote diabetes prevention.
• Draft monthly reports and newsletters related to diabetes.
• Provide nutrition counseling, weekly menu planning, and shopping assistance as needed.
• Assist with EHR data retention and program services coordination.

Skills

Data analysis

Organizational skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Customer service

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Multitasking

Cultural competency

Education

Registered Dietitian

Certified Nutritionist

Tools

EHR systems

Job description

Nisqually Indian Tribe is seeking a Diabetes Program Educator to lead diabetes prevention activities, coordinate nutrition services, and support grant deliverables under the Diabetes Coordinator. You will provide Medical Nutrition Therapy, outreach, and events, collaborating with tribal programs to promote healthy eating and diabetes prevention for community members.

This role requires HIPAA knowledge, EHR familiarity, and tribal, federal, and IHS resource awareness; RD or CN credentials and 2