Certified Diabetes Educator

ThedaCare • Neenah, WI

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Certified Diabetes Educator works with a diverse team to support patients with diabetes in managing their disease while incorporating each patient’s goals, lifestyle, and economic considerations. The role applies best-practice recommendations and provides standardized education and training on diabetes medications and devices. It involves assessing patients and developing, implementing, and evaluating holistic plans of care that account for cultural diversity and special needs.

Requirements

• Registered Nurse or Registered Dietitian with a Certified Diabetes Educator credential.
• Certified Diabetes Educator certification.
• Certified Dietitian, Registered Dietitian, or Registered Nurse.
• Ability to move freely, including standing, stooping, walking, bending, pushing, and pulling.
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds without assistance.

Responsibilities

• Seek, interpret, and implement best-practice literature recommendations.
• Complete competencies to provide standardized education and training on diabetes medications and devices.
• Assess patients and use critical thinking to plan, implement, and evaluate patient status and the effectiveness of a holistic plan of care, including cultural diversity and special needs.
• Identify patients’ current disease status, barriers, and realistic goals within a specified time frame using motivational interviewing.
• Support effective team interactions through open and honest communication, receptiveness to feedback, mentoring, and developing others.
• Develop and support relationships that foster professional learning and growth.
• Complete daily documentation and charges accurately for all patients.
• Take responsibility for personal professional growth, development, and wellness.
• Actively participate in and support a healthy work environment.

Benefits

• Continued opportunities for learning and development.
• Accessible and transparent leadership.
• Commitment to work/life balance.
• Lifestyle and wellness resources, including health coaches, relaxation rooms, health-focused apps, and mental health support.
• Access and affordability offerings, including minimal or zero copays, team member cost-sharing premiums, and daycare.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed