Master's Degree in Food & Nutrition from an accredited institution
Registered Dietitian (RD) certification required
Certified Diabetes Educator (CDE) preferred or to be obtained within one year
Minimum of 1 year of relevant experience
Eligibility for Medicare/Medicaid Plan Enrollment
Certification as a Certified Dietitian/Nutritionist (CDN) in New York State
Registration with the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) required
Preferred board certification in specialty areas such as Nutrition Support or Pediatrics.
Responsibilities
Conduct individual nutrition counseling and teach diabetes group classes
Support patients in making necessary lifestyle changes for diabetes management
Provide continuous quality improvement reports for ADA Education Recognition Program
Develop and manage the Diabetes program
Engage with patients through the Healthy Interactions digital platform for ongoing support
Train nursing staff on diabetes education and management
Participate in quality assurance and improvement initiatives.
Benefits
Comprehensive medical coverage
401(k) plan with profit sharing
Long-term disability insurance
Transportation plan
Generous paid vacation and holidays
Full Job Description
We are looking for a Full-time Certified Diabetes Educator/RD to promote healthy eating habits through individual nutritional assessment, diagnostic therapy, and counseling services, to educate patients and their families with or at risk for diabetes on self-management. Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, you will perform in-depth motivational interviews to identify prospective and fully-fledge diabetes; develop a treatment program based on evidence-based procedures and regulatory requirements and monitor adherence. You will also train and educate nursing staff; attend meetings, in-service training, and outreach activities; and participate in quality assurance/improvement monitoring and reporting initiatives.
Responsibilities include but not limited to:
Perform individual nutrition counseling, teaching diabetes group classes, assisting with maintaining American Diabetes Association program recognition and participating in continuous quality improvement projects, among other duties.
Educate patients on the necessary lifestyle changes involved in diabetic diagnoses including nutrition. Provides patient support between sessions and on an ongoing basis via the Healthy Interactions digital engagement and coaching platform (i.e., map4health®)
Provide ADA Education Recognition Program continuous quality improvement reports as needed and determined by Program Coordinator
Master's Degree in Food & Nutrition from an accredited institution
Register Dietician, RD.
Certified Diabetes Educator, CDE preferred or within one year of employment
1+ Years of experience.
Must be Eligible for Medicare/Medicaid Plan Enrollment
Certification with New York State as a Certified Dietitian/Nutritionist (CDN)
Registration with the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR)
The Nutrition Educator should ideally be a Registered Nurse - or - Registered Dietitian Completion of an ACEND accredited/approved Supervised Practice Program in Dietetics preferred
Board certification for assignments in specialty areas including Nutrition Support, Renal, Pediatrics, Geriatrics, Oncology - preferred.
General knowledge of nutrient analysis, word processing and spreadsheet software
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
Able to lead and effectively facilitate groups
Strong interpersonal, organizational, verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to develop a collaborative, therapeutic alliance with individuals
Proficient use of EMR, MS Tools including Outlook, Excel, Word and PowerPoint, use of Internet and e-mail, web conferencing.
Salary: Starting $85,000 - and based on experience
Benefits Overview:We offer attractive compensation with comprehensive benefits for part-time 3 days a week status, including Profit Sharing Plan, Medical, 401(k), and Long-Term Disability, Transportation Plan, Generous Paid Vacations and Holidays.
