Part-Time Diabetes Educator & Nutrition Counselor

Iredell Memorial Hospital Incorporated; Mooresville (NC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Part time

Job summary

Iredell Memorial Hospital Incorporated in Mooresville is seeking a diabetes education specialist for a 20-hour-per-week role to deliver education across Diabetes and Wellness programs aligned with the system's mission. You will conduct individual and group sessions, develop personalized plans, and teach self-monitoring of blood glucose.

Responsibilities include ongoing assessment, activity guidance, progress documentation, and staying current with guidelines and research, plus facilitating

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year experience in Diabetes Education.
• Basic Cardiac Life Support (Health-Care provider) certification required.
• CDE certification preferred or working towards hours to achieve CDE certification.
• Good physical and mental fitness to meet the demands made by patients, families, physicians and co-workers.
• Must possess full range of body motion to pass basic FIT test and ability to pass computer and basic office equipment use.

Responsibilities

• Conduct individual and group diabetes education sessions
• Develop personalized care plans for patients with diabetes
• Provide instruction on self-monitoring of blood glucose levels
• Offer nutritional counseling and meal planning guidance
• Educate patients about physical activity and exercise
• Assess patients' knowledge and skills related to diabetes management
• Support patients in setting and achieving diabetes-related goals
• Monitor and document patients' progress over time
• Stay up-to-date with the latest diabetes management guidelines and research
• Provide resources and support for managing diabetes-related complications
• Conduct community outreach and education programs
• Advocate for patients' needs within the healthcare system
• Participate in professional development and continuing education activities

Education

CDE certification (or working towards hours to achieve CDE)

Job description

Iredell Memorial Hospital Incorporated in Mooresville is seeking a diabetes education specialist for a 20-hour-per-week role to deliver education across Diabetes and Wellness programs aligned with the system's mission. You will conduct individual and group sessions, develop personalized plans, and teach self-monitoring of blood glucose.

Responsibilities include ongoing assessment, activity guidance, progress documentation, and staying current with guidelines and research, plus facilitating