Registered Dietitian - Clinical Health Educator Diabetes

About this Job:
General Summary of Position
Works in partnership with local communities to design implement and evaluate health promotion prevention and education programs. Requires Registered Dietitian licensure and bachelor‘s degree in nutrition/dietetics or other relevant degree and certification/licensure.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Contributes to the achievement of established department goals and objectives and adheres to department policies procedures quality standards and safety standards. Complies with governmental and accreditation regulations.

• Facilitate/teach (CDE) Diabetes Education and Self-Management Courses.

• Provide individual or group counseling within licensed scope of practice.

• Coordinate/facilitates bi-annual Diabetes Fairs.

• With hospital Case Management services establishes transition plans for patients who are being discharged from the hospital.

• Participates and demonstrates competency in Electronic Medical Record (EMR) initiatives.

• Demonstrates knowledge of and participate in the development and promotion of clinical practices following Med Star St. Mary‘s Hospital observed Standards of Care.

• Actively participates in Quality Improvement Processes as a basis for assisting with the implementation of changes in practice.

• Performs various health screenings and supports general health education programs. Minimal Qualifications
Education

• Bachelor‘s degree in Nutrition/Dietetics required or

• other relevant degree required
Experience

• 1-2 years Experience in adult learning required
Licenses and Certifications

• REG DIET - Dietitian - Registered Possesses and maintains valid license as a Registered Dietitian. required

This position has a hiring range of : USD $35.68 - USD $64.71 /Hr.