Diabetes Educator (RD/RN, CDCES)

Diabetes Educator (RD/RN, CDCES)

Vienna, VA

Ryse Health is on a mission to create a world that is free of the burden of chronic disease. In order to do that, we have designed an innovative health care model for families and individuals living with type 2 diabetes. This model combines best-in-class therapies and technology with day-to-day support, coaching, and analytics to help patients to achieve extraordinary outcomes.

What You'll Do

We're looking for an experienced RD/CDCES or RN/CDCES referred to as a Diabetes Care Specialist at Ryse to support patients virtually and in-person at our current and future clinics. You'll build deep relationships with our patients and support them on their journey to better health while working closely with a top-tier team. Day-to-day you will:

• Support patients in better health measured by blood sugar, blood pressure, and lipids at lower cost
• Develop and implement patient care plans across the domains of diet, exercise, sleep, and stress management
• Collaborate with prescribing providers on medication choices
• Empower patients to reach their health goals by using motivational interviewing techniques and continuous glucose monitor (CGM) data
• Coordinate care with Ryse prescribing providers, behavioral health specialists, exercise specialists, and health coaches
• Counsel patients and families through video calls, in person meetings, telephone and electronic messaging
• Other activities to support patients to better cardiometabolic health in the context of team-based care

About You

• Registered Dietitian (RD) or Registered Nurse (RN) and Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (CDCES) required
• Demonstrated track record of leveraging interpersonal skills and CGM data to help patients achieve better blood sugar control
• Self-motivated and adaptable to changing processes
• Ability to balance multiple competing priorities, and keeping track of the little details
• Passion for the impact of your work on the broader world, and excitement to help reduce the burden of chronic disease

Ryse Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to building an equitable and inclusive environment for all.

*Note: Full COVID-19 and flu vaccination is required.