What are the responsibilities and job description for the Certified Diabetes Educator position at Gritman Medical Center?
Job Summary :
We are seeking a Certified Diabetes Educator to join our team. In this role, you will empower individuals with diabetes to manage their condition effectively through education and support. You will conduct individualized assessments, develop personalized plans, and provide comprehensive diabetes self-management education (DSME / T). This includes teaching healthy eating, active living, blood sugar monitoring, medication management, insulin administration, and the use of diabetes technology. Flexible part-time hours available, half-time availability preferred.
Job Duties and Responsibilities :
- Conduct thorough, individualized assessments for people with or at risk for diabetes.
- Collaborate with patients to set specific, measurable, and achievable goals.
- Develop and implement DSME / T plans aligned with patient goals.
- Evaluate outcomes using established standards, focusing on behavioral and clinical changes.
- Maintain accurate records of patient assessments, plans, and follow-ups.
- Integrate current technology into practice, including glucose monitors, insulin pumps, data-sharing platforms, and telehealth.
- Foster a positive, patient-centered environment and work collaboratively with healthcare team members and families.
Job Requirements :
Option 1 : Registered Nurse background
Education :
Associate degree or higher in Nursing
Licenses and Certifications :
Active [Idaho] Registered Nurse license.
Work Experience :
Preferably CDCES-certified or with 2 years of experience working with people with diabetes.
Option 2 : Registered Dietitian background
Education :
Bachelor degree with specialized training in Dietetics
Licenses and Certifications :
Active [Idaho] Dietitian and Nutritionist
Work Experience :
Previous experience in clinical dietetics
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