Registered Dietitian - Diabetes Educator PRN

Trinity Health Mid-Atlantic; Boise (ID); On-site; USD 25,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

Trinity Health’s Saint Alphonsus Diabetes Care and Education Center in Meridian, Idaho seeks a part-time Registered Dietitian to educate patients on diabetes self-management across clinic locations in Boise, Nampa, Meridian, or Caldwell. The role emphasizes individualized education, collaborative care, and program development.

The educator will conduct assessments, develop self-management plans, and participate in quality improvement and outreach, with a focus on evidence-based, patient-centered

Qualifications

• Registered Dietitian (RD) credential through the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) — required
• State licensure in the primary work location — required
• Bachelor’s degree in Nutrition, Dietetics, or a related field — required
• Five years of clinical dietetics experience
• Certification as a Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (CDCES) or willingness to obtain within 2 years of hire
• Experience in inpatient and/or outpatient diabetes education — preferred

Responsibilities

• Provide individualized and group diabetes education to patients of all ages, incorporating cultural preferences and learning styles.
• Conduct comprehensive assessments and develop tailored self-management plans.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to support both inpatient and outpatient diabetes care programs.
• Identify barriers to effective self-care and help patients develop problem-solving and coping strategies.
• Monitor patient progress and adjust education plans as needed.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and community outreach events.
• Maintain accurate documentation and contribute to program evaluation and development.

Skills

Communication skills

Teaching abilities

Diabetes knowledge

Team collaboration

Professional development

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Nutrition or Dietetics

Job description

Employment Type: Part time Shift: Day Shift Description: We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Registered Dietitian to join our team as a Diabetes Educator where you'll play a key role in helping patients build the knowledge and confidence to manage their condition effectively. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in both clinical and community settings and is committed to improving health outcomes through compassionate, evidence-based care. Location: Saint Alphonsus Diabetes Care and Education Center, located in Meridian, Idaho Schedule: This position is PRN/As-Needed, offers 10-hour shifts, typically between 7a-5:30p. This person will work in all clinic locations as needed: Boise, Nampa, Meridian, or Caldwell

What You’ll Do:

• Provide individualized and group diabetes education to patients of all ages, incorporating cultural preferences and learning styles.
• Conduct comprehensive assessments and develop tailored self-management plans.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to support both inpatient and outpatient diabetes care programs.
• Identify barriers to effective self-care and help patients develop problem-solving and coping strategies.
• Monitor patient progress and adjust education plans as needed.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and community outreach events.
• Maintain accurate documentation and contribute to program evaluation and development.

What You Bring:

• Registered Dietitian (RD) credential through the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) — required
• State licensure in the primary work location — required
• Bachelor’s degree in Nutrition, Dietetics, or a related field — required
• Five years of clinical dietetics experience
• Certification as a Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (CDCES) or willingness to obtain within 2 years of hire
• Experience in inpatient and/or outpatient diabetes education — preferred

Key Skills:

• Strong communication and teaching abilities
• Ability to assess and adapt to individual learning needs
• Knowledge of diabetes management, nutrition therapy, and behavior change strategies
• Collaborative, team-oriented mindset
• Commitment to ongoing professional development (minimum 15 hours of diabetes-related continuing education annually)

Why Join Us?

You’ll be part of a mission-driven team that values innovation, education, and patient-centered care. Whether you're working one-on-one with patients or contributing to program development, your work will make a meaningful impact in the lives of those managing diabetes.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, faith-based health care systems in the nation. Together, we’re 121,000 colleagues and nearly 36,500 physicians and clinicians caring for diverse communities across 27 states. Nationally recognized for care and experience, our system includes 101 hospitals, 126 continuing care locations, the second largest PACE program in the country, 136 urgent care locations, and many other health and well-being services. Based in Livonia, Michigan, in fiscal year 2023, we invested $1.5 billion in our communities through charity care and other community benefit programs. For more information, visit http://www.trinity-health.org. You can also follow Trinity Health on LinkedIn.