Diabetes Educator I

Sutter Health • Modesto, CA

2d • $98,176 - $127,608

About The Position

Provides diabetes self-management education/training (DSMT) and/or medical nutrition therapy (MNT) to individuals, family members, and groups. Manages the care of a distinct patient population through assessment of educational needs, nutritional guidelines, lifestyle interventional goals, and counseling. Coordinates patient care in collaboration with other healthcare providers (physicians, pharmacists, case managers, social workers, etc.) to develop effective individualized protocols (medication, therapy, nutrition, devices, etc.) that empower patients with techniques and behavior modifications to help control their disease, avoid potential complications, and bring about lasting improvements in their quality of life.

Requirements

• Bachelor's: Dietetics, nutrition, or related field
• RD-Registered Dietitian
• CDCES/CDE-Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (for employees hired prior to 05/03/2024: within 2 years)
• BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider (not required for fully remote incumbents)
• 2 years recent relevant experience
• Proven competency in standard concepts, practices, and procedures within the diabetes education specialty field that demonstrates clinical judgment, technical skills, and knowledge base.
• Demonstrated expertise in the use of diabetes monitoring and managing equipment, including blood glucose monitors, insulin injection devices, and the computer software associated with these devices.
• Advance knowledge of adult learning theory and ability to provide individual and group education.
• Exceptional attention to detail with time management and organization skills, including being an effective decision maker and expert delegator.
• Solid knowledge of computer applications, such as Microsoft Office Suite and EPIC to enter/update electronic medical records (EMR).
• Prioritize activities and work within defined policies, procedures, and practices to achieve objectives and meet deadlines; help determine appropriate approach for new assignments.
• Use experience and existing precedents or procedures to resolve atypical or infrequent problems; provide informal guidance and support to junior team members.
• Work independently as well as be part of the team, including accomplishing multiple tasks in an environment with interruptions.
• Communicate technical or sensitive information clearly and professionally to diverse audiences (patients, patients’ family/support group, physicians, and staff).

Responsibilities

• Provides diabetes self-management education/training (DSMT) and/or medical nutrition therapy (MNT) to individuals, family members, and groups.
• Manages the care of a distinct patient population through assessment of educational needs, nutritional guidelines, lifestyle interventional goals, and counseling.
• Coordinates patient care in collaboration with other healthcare providers (physicians, pharmacists, case managers, social workers, etc.) to develop effective individualized protocols (medication, therapy, nutrition, devices, etc.) that empower patients with techniques and behavior modifications to help control their disease, avoid potential complications, and bring about lasting improvements in their quality of life.
• Often embedded into a diabetes clinic/endocrinology where they are responsible for collaborating and extending care beyond the provider visit, including follow up or between provider visits.
• Work autonomously and carry a panel per say of patients they regularly follow
• Is responsible for the patient care while working and maintaining that ongoing care day to day and week to week
• Make treatment decisions within their scope of practice and make recommendations to physicians/APCs for medication adjustments.
• Make independent judgements while caring for patients

Benefits

• Employees of Sutter Health and its entities may handle hazardous drugs in the course of their work, including patient care, which requires them to manage, store, prepare, receive, unpack, transport, dispose of, or administer drugs identified as hazardous or potentially hazardous by the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) and in accordance with the USP 800 guidelines.
• Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level