Diabetes Educator (0.6 FTE) - Richfield Clinic

JOB DETAILS: Department: Diabetes Dept at Richfield Clinic; FTE: 0.6 (48 hours per pay period); Workdays: Monday - Friday; Shift(s): Days; Shift Length: 8 hours; Location: In-Person Purpose of this position: The Diabetes Educator -Dietitian provides culturally sensitive education and consultation to patients, families and staff, as well as the professional and lay community. This includes information on nutrition, treatments, equipment operation, coping with a chronic illness and other related topics. The Diabetes Educator-Dietitian participates in team activities, staff education, professional organizations and other projects as assigned. Responsibilities Provide culturally sensitive diabetes self‑management training (DSMT), counseling and education to patients, both individually and in groups Coordinate assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of the education needs of the patient with diabetes Initiate and adjust diabetes medications per the Hennepin Healthcare Certified Diabetes Care & Education Specialists Protocol Order diabetes supplies and diabetes lab tests per Hennepin Healthcare Certified Diabetes Care & Education Specialists Protocol Develop and implement nutrition care plans for patients based on individualized needs Communicate with other members of the interdisciplinary health care team about the diabetes management and educational needs of patients Maintain documentation in the electronic medical record (Epic) pertaining to diabetes education and management Maintain Association of Diabetes Care & Education Specialists (ADCES) accreditation program records Develop educational materials pertaining to diabetes using current evidence‑based protocols Work with clinic management and staff to improve diabetes care and measures within the clinic Provide diabetes education to health care professionals and community groups Serve as a preceptor to health professional students Serve on committees or special projects related to the care of patients with diabetes Maintain knowledge of the latest techniques, equipment and products available for diabetes treatment, care and education Attain all agreed goals and objectives within specified time frames, as part of the organization’s overall mission Qualifications Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree in food/nutrition or dietetics and completion of a commission on Dietetics Registration (CDR) approved practice program Minimum of two years in a health care setting working with patients with diabetes, preferably community based Preferred Qualifications Certified Diabetes Care & Education Specialist (CDCES) Knowledge of Spanish language and culture Knowledge / Skills / Abilities Excellent verbal and written communication skills such as to communicate with a broad range of individuals License / Certifications Registered Dietitian (RD) Licensed in Minnesota (LD) #J-18808-Ljbffr Hennepin Healthcare