Diabetes Educator II, Acute

Sutter Health•Burlingame, CA

14d•$53 - $75

About The Position

Provides diabetes self-management education and training (DSMT) and/or medical nutrition therapy (MNT) to individuals, family members, and groups. Manages the care of a distinct patient population by assessing educational needs, nutritional guidelines, lifestyle intervention goals, and counseling needs. Coordinates care with physicians, pharmacists, case managers, social workers, and other healthcare providers to develop individualized protocols involving medication, therapy, nutrition, and devices. Helps empower patients with techniques and behavior modifications to control their disease, avoid potential complications, and improve their quality of life. The position is based at Sutter Mills Peninsula Medical Center. It is a regular, full-time, non-exempt role with a day shift, Monday through Friday, 8-hour shifts and 40 weekly hours. Weekend requirements are listed as “None, Occasionally.” The pay range is $53.25 to $74.55 per hour, with starting pay dependent on factors including experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, departmental equity, training, and organizational needs. Eligible positions include a comprehensive benefits package.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in dietetics, nutrition, or a related field.
Registered Dietitian (RD) credential.
Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (CDCES/CDE); employees hired before 05/03/2024 must obtain it within two years.
Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider (BLS) certification.
Two years of recent relevant experience.
Credentialing must be completed within 45 days of hire and before billing.
Competency in standard concepts, practices, and procedures in diabetes education, demonstrating clinical judgment, technical skills, and a relevant knowledge base.
Expertise using diabetes monitoring and management equipment, including blood glucose monitors, insulin injection devices, insulin pumps, continuous glucose monitors (CGMs), and associated software.
Advanced knowledge of adult learning theory and ability to provide individual and group education.
Strong attention to detail, time management, organization, decision-making, and delegation skills.
Knowledge of computer applications such as Microsoft Office Suite and EPIC for electronic medical record entry and updates.
Ability to prioritize activities, work within defined policies and procedures, meet deadlines, and determine appropriate approaches to new assignments.
Ability to use experience and established procedures to resolve atypical or infrequent problems and provide informal guidance and support to junior team members.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively, manage multiple tasks, and work in an environment with interruptions.
Ability to communicate technical or sensitive information clearly and professionally to patients, families and support groups, physicians, and staff.

Responsibilities

Provide diabetes self-management education and training (DSMT) and/or medical nutrition therapy (MNT) to individuals, family members, and groups.
Manage care for a distinct patient population by assessing educational needs, nutritional guidelines, lifestyle intervention goals, and counseling needs.
Coordinate patient care with physicians, pharmacists, case managers, social workers, and other healthcare providers.
Develop effective individualized protocols involving medication, therapy, nutrition, and devices.
Help patients adopt techniques and behavior modifications to control disease, avoid potential complications, and improve quality of life.
Enter and update electronic medical records using computer applications such as EPIC.