Dietitian/Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist

Sun River Health • City of Peekskill, NY

30d

About The Position

Sun River Health provides the highest quality comprehensive primary, preventative and behavioral health services to all who see it, regardless of insurance status and ability to pay, especially for the underserved and vulnerable. Sun River Health is a Federally Qualified, Non-Profit Health Center serving communities in Suffolk, Rockland, Orange, Dutchess, Ulster, Sullivan, Columbia and Westchester County. Sun River Health is currently seeking a Full-time Registered Dietitian-Nutritionist (RDN)/ Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (CDCES) to join our team in Hudson Valley.
Summary:
We are seeking a knowledgeable and compassionate RDN who is also a CDCES to provide high-quality nutrition therapy and diabetes education. This role focuses on empowering individuals and families to manage diabetes and related chronic conditions through evidence based nutrition care, education, and behavior change strategies.

Requirements

• Minimum of 2 years clinical experience in diabetes care or chronic disease management
• Experience with diabetes technologies (CGMS, insulin pumps, glucose monitoring systems)
• Strong communication, counseling and motivational interviewing skills
• Experience providing group education and working with diverse populations
• Bachelor's degree or higher in Nutrition, Dietetics, or a related field from an ACEND-accredited program
• Completion of an ACEND- accredited supervised Dietetic Internship program
• Current Registered Dietitian- Nutritionist (RD/RDN) credential through the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR)
• Current Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (CDCES) credential through the Certification Board for Diabetes Care and Education
• Active NYS CDN (Certified Dietitian-Nutritionist)

Nice To Haves

• Master's Degree in Nutrition, Dietetics, or a related field preferred

Responsibilities

• Provide individualized Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) for patient with diabetes, prediabetes, and related chronic conditions
• Deliver comprehensive diabetes self-management education and support (DSMES) in individual and group settings
• Assess nutritional status, develop care plans, and monitor outcomes in accordance with evidence based guidelines
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and interdisciplinary healthcare teams to coordinate patient-centered care
• Educate patients on meal planning, carbohydrate counting, insulin management, glucose monitoring and lifestyle modification
• Document patient encounters, care plans, and outcomes accurately in the electronic health record
• Maintain compliance with ADA, ADCES, and organizational standards and protocols
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives, program development, and community education tasks as needed
• Stay current with advances in nutrition science, diabetes technology, and clinical guidelines

Benefits

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance: Comprehensive health coverage to ensure you and your family stay healthy.
• Life and Disability Coverage: Financial protection for you and your loved ones in case of unforeseen circumstances.
• Retirement Savings Plan: Plan for your future with our retirement savings options.
• Commuter and Transit Benefits: Assistance with your daily commute to make your journey to work easier.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Access to confidential support and resources for personal and work-related issues.
• Employee Discount Program: Enjoy discounts on various products and services as a valued member of our team.
• Provider Incentive Compensation Program: Quality & Productivity.
• Provider Professional License, Certification and DEA Fees Reimbursement.

What This Job Offers

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