Diabetes Educator/Dietitian

MedStar Health seeks a Diabetes Educator/Dietitian to provide evidence-based nutrition counseling and diabetes self-management education to a diverse patient population. In this role, you will complete comprehensive assessments, develop individualized meal plans, and teach blood glucose monitoring, insulin use, and lifestyle modification in both one-on-one and group settings. You will collaborate closely with endocrinologists, nurses, and care teams, document progress, contribute to quality initiatives, and support community outreach. MedStar offers robust training, career growth, and a mission-driven, patient-first culture focused on clinical excellence. Key Responsibilities Provide individual and group diabetes self-management education and nutrition counseling Conduct comprehensive nutritional and diabetes-related assessments Develop and adjust individualized care plans and meal plans Educate patients on blood glucose monitoring, medications, and insulin management Collaborate with endocrinologists, nurses, and interdisciplinary care teams Document patient encounters and progress in the electronic health record Participate in quality improvement and outcomes tracking for diabetes programs Support community and patient education events focused on diabetes prevention and management Additional Responsibilities Diabetes self-management education Medical nutrition therapy (MNT) Insulin and medication education Blood glucose monitoring and data interpretation Care plan and meal plan development Electronic health record (EHR) documentation Motivational interviewing and patient counseling Group education and class facilitation Interdisciplinary care coordination Quality improvement and outcomes tracking Benefits Medical Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Life Insurance 401k Qualifications Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RD or RDN) Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (CDCES) preferred Current state licensure as required for dietitians/nutritionists BLS certification preferred Experience with electronic health records (EHRs) #J-18808-Ljbffr