Diabetes Program Instructor – NHDC

Northside Hospital, Inc.; Gainesville (GA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Northside Hospital Inc. is seeking a Diabetes Educator to deliver dietary education and diabetes self-management education to individuals and groups in Georgia. The role requires knowledge of current diabetes treatment and strong communication with patients and families.

Applicants should hold an ADCES-certified credential or be eligible for certification and must be prepared to complete certification within six months. Licensure as an RN in Georgia or RD credential is required.

Qualifications

• One year experience providing diabetes education to individuals and/or groups.
• ADCES certification or eligible for certification and will complete within six months.
• Registered Nurse with current license in the State of Georgia as a Registered Nurse or Nursing Compact (NLC/eNLC) or Multistate License

Responsibilities

• Responsible for providing Dietary Education and Diabetes self-management education and training to individuals and groups according to the Scope of Practice, Standards of Practice, and Standards of Professional performance for Diabetes Educators (ADCES).

Skills

Diabetes education experience

Group classes leadership

Education

ADCES certification or eligible for certification (within six months)

Registered Dietitian OR GA RN license

Job description

Overview

Northside Hospital is award-winning, state-of-the-art, and continually growing. Constantly expanding the quality and reach of our care to our patients and communities creates even more opportunity for the best healthcare professionals in Atlanta and beyond. Discover all the possibilities of a career at Northside today.

Responsibilities

Responsible for providing Dietary Education and Diabetes self-management education and training to individuals and groups according to the Scope of Practice, Standards of Practice, and Standards of Professional performance for Diabetes Educators (ADCES).

Qualifications

1. One (1) year experience providing diabetes education to individuals and/or groups
2. ADCES certification or eligible for certification and will complete within six months
3. Registered Dietitian OR

Registered Nurse with current license in the State of Georgia as a Registered Nurse or Nursing Compact (NLC/eNLC) or Multistate License

PREFERRED:

1. Knowledgeable about current diabetes treatment management.
2. Lead and manage group classes.

Work Hours:

8-5

Weekend Requirements:

No

On-Call Requirements:

No