Job DescriptionPrincipal Accountabilities:1. Coordinates individualized patient and support system assessment, education, planning and implementation of care goals.
2. Collaborates with the referring providers and interdisciplinary team to work toward optimal patient education outcomes and glycemic control.
3. Maintains professional education standards required to be a CDE in a ADA approved Diabetes Self- Management Education program.
4. Plans and conducts nutritional programs, under supervision, to assist in the promotion of health and control of disease.
5. Assesses nutritional needs and considers patients' cultural, educational, and learning issues.
6. Provides individualized nutrition education to patients, their families, and/or significant others based on their needs assessment.
7. Serves as a resource on nutrition and dietetics to nurses, health educators or other health care providers in the facility.
8. Communicates patient information to referring providers and appropriate staff in a timely manner.
9. Documents nutrition information discussed, written materials provided, and evaluation of patient's receptiveness and comprehension of the education provided.
10. Performs other related duties as assigned.
QualificationsRequired:
1. Bachelor's Degree in Nursing, Food, Nutrition, Dietetics or related field.
2. License to practice as a Registered Professional Nurse.
3. Current Diabetes Educator Certification. Or obtain within 1 year of hire.
4. 3 years of experience as a Diabetes Educator or relevant.
Preferred:
1. CDE preferred.
2. Epic experience preferred.
Atlantic Health offers a competitive and comprehensive Total Rewards package that supports the health, financial security, and well-being of all team members. Offerings vary based on role level (Team Member, Director, Executive). Below is a general summary, with role-specific enhancements highlighted:
Team Member Benefits - Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Coverage (22.5 hours per week or above for full-time and part-time team members)
- Life & AD&D Insurance.
- Short-Term and Long-Term Disability (with options to supplement)
- 403(b) Retirement Plan: Employer match, additional non-elective contribution
- PTO & Paid Sick Leave
- Tuition Assistance, Advancement & Academic Advising
- Parental, Adoption, Surrogacy Leave
- Backup and On-Site Childcare
- Well-Being Rewards
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Fertility Benefits, Healthy Pregnancy Program
- Flexible Spending & Commuter Accounts
- Pet, Home & Auto, Identity Theft and Legal Insurance
Note: In Compliance with the NJ Pay Transparency Act (effective Sunday, June 1, 2025), all job postings will include the hourly wage or salary (or a range), as well as this summary of benefits. Final compensation and benefit eligibility may vary by role and employment status and will be confirmed at the time of offer.
About the TeamAtlantic Health System is at the forefront of medicine, setting standards for quality health care powered by a workforce of more than 18,000 team members and 4,800 affiliated physicians dedicated to building healthier communities, the system offers more than 400 sites of care, including eight award-winning medical centers. Specializing in cardiovascular care, cancer care, orthopedics, neuroscience, pediatrics, women's health and rehabilitation medicine. Atlantic Medical Group, comprised of 1,000 physicians and advanced practice providers, represents one of the largest multi-specialty practices in New Jersey and includes finance, legal, marketing, human resources, talent acquisition, ISS and more. Caring for our patients, our team members and the communities we serve is our central mission.
