Reg Dietician Diabetes Educator

Overview

In collaboration with multidisciplinary diabetes management team provides diabetes/nutritional self-management education (DSMES) to patients/families living with diabetes.

• 80 Hours / 2 Weeks
• Alpine Clinic, Loves Park IL
• Day Shift, No Holidays
• Full-time benefits

• Screens and assess nutritional status of patients/clients seen for Diabetes Education and collaborate with patient to develop and implement a plan and document all pertinent information into the patient's electronic medical record requiring basic computer systems knowledge.
• Develops and implements care plans, coordinating services with diabetes management team and ancillary services.
• Train/educate patient[s] on blood glucose monitoring including/not limited to continuous glucose sensor (CGMS), insulin pumps and prescribed medication use including injectables.
• Represents the system and diabetes program as a diabetes education care resource person.
• Participates in ongoing clinic/program development to include policy/procedures and quality initiatives as they relate to diabetes care, clinical development and efficiency.
• Enters appropriate charges into EPIC with strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Provide information/education to staff members including patient diabetes education/medical nutrition therapy/program/materials development and on patient issues or needs identified.
• Maintains CEU/CME required for licensure/registration/certification. Attends mandatory in-service and completes online education as requested.
• Participate with program needs as assigned, peer review and be familiar with ADA program requirements.

Bachelor's degree from a four-year college/university in Dietetics/Food and Nutrition.

Completion of an accredited or approved supervised practice program.

• State certification/licensure as a Registered/Licensed Dietician in WI and IL.
• CDCES certification required. If not CDCES certification eligible or not CDCES certified at hire, 15 CME credit per year required.
• CDCES certification required within 2-years of becoming eligible or being hired.

The Special Physical Demands are considered Essential Job Functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.

Manual dexterity needed to operate computer/technology for diabetes. While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to talk and listen/hear. The employee is frequently required to walk/prolonged sitting. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.

Quality - Follows policies and procedures; adapts to and manages changes in the environment;
Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness giving attention to details;
Looks for ways to improve and promote quality;
Applies feedback to improve performance;
Manages time and prioritizes effectively to achieve organizational goals.

Service - Responds promptly to requests for service and assistance;
Follows the Mercyhealth Critical Moments of service;
Meets commitments;
Abides by MH confidentiality and security agreement;
Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; and effectively communicates information to partners;
Thinks system wide regarding processes and functions.

Partnering - Shows commitment to the Mission of Mercyhealth and Culture of Excellence through all words and actions;
Exhibits objectivity and openness to other's views;
Demonstrates a high level of participation and engagement in day-to-day work;
Gives and welcomes feedback;
Generates suggestions for improving work:
Embraces teamwork, supports and encourages positive change while giving value to individuals.

Cost - Conserves organization resources;
Understands fiscal responsibility;
Works within approved budget;
Develops and implements cost saving measures; contributes to profits and revenue.

• Comprehensive Benefits Package:
  Mercyhealth offers a retirement plan with competitive matching contribution, comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance options, life and disability coverage, access to flexible spending plans, and a variety…