Diabetes Educator- Registered Dietitian - Clinton, United States - MEDSTAR HEALTH

Description

General Summary of Position
Delivers comprehensive and seamless services that bridge the gap between the clinical and self-management aspects of diabetes and cardiometabolic care. Is an integral part of the health care team provides collaborative, comprehensive and person-centered care and education conducive to behavior change and improved quality of life across the lifespan. Supports and advocates for people affected by diabetes to optimize quality care. Promotes self-management to achieve individualized behavioral and treatment goals that reduce risks and optimize health outcomes.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities
Contributes to the achievement of established department goals and objectives and adheres to department policies, procedures, quality standards, and safety standards. Complies with governmental and accreditation regulations.Provides quality diabetes self-management education and medical nutrition therapy based on assessed needs in individual and group classes which are in-person or via telehealthUtilizes appropriate teaching techniques that are sensitive to the learning needs/preferences of the patient.Follows the American Diabetes Association (ADA) Education Recognition Program requirements which are based on the National Standard of Diabetes Self-Management and Support Guidelines.Completes comprehensive assessments for each patient including emotional and behavioral health, interprets personal health data, develops an individualized care plan based on the patient' assessed needs and goals and promotes successful self-management.Documents all patient contacts/visits in the Electronic Health Record and outcomes data base according to the MedStar Diabetes Institute's guidelines in a timely manner.Conducts MedStar Diabetes Boot Camp visit one and visit two, follows the patient until s/he is transferred to the Virtual Clinic, uses MedStar Diabetes Medication Algorithm to perform shared decision making and to collaborate with Boot Camp NPs in the development of a diabetes medication plan that is patient centric.Collaborates, advocates and confers with nurse practitioners, primary care providers, endocrinologists and other diabetes stakeholders in developing patient centered diabetes plan.Communicates/meets with the MDI leader and team regarding program updates.Advocates for and supports technology-enabled diabetes education and care, in individual and population health diabetes services.Cross covers with the inpatient diabetes education team as needed and based on availability.Actively participates in the quality improvement (QI) process and adapts practice/process based on QI findings.Provides non-diabetes medical nutrition therapy to referred patients if there if schedule allows.Participates in meetings and on committees and represents the department and hospital in community outreach efforts.Participates in multi-disciplinary quality and service improvement teams.Performs other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications
Education

• Bachelor's degree in Nutrition/Dietetics required

Experience

• 1-2 years Related experience as a registered dietitian. required and
• Diabetes self-management education and support experience preferred

Licenses and Certifications

• REG DIET - Dietitian - Registered Valid license based on location of practice as a Registered Dietitian (must be registered by the Commission on Dietetic Registration).
  required
• Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist - CDCES or BC-ADM credential preferred
• If not already DCES or BC-ADM will sit for the certification examination within 1-1/2 Yrs

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Basic computer skills including use of Microsoft Office.
• Has working knowledge of diabetes technology.
• Highly organized and strong attention to detail.
• Strong problem solving and critical thinking skills.
• Must be able to work with a diverse patient population and have exceptional customer service skills as defined in the SPIRIT values.
• Embodies the MedStar Health SPIRIT Values.

Why MedStar Health?
At MedStar Health, we understand that our ability to treat others well begins with how we treat each other. We work hard to foster an inclusive and positive environment where our associates feel valued, connected, and empowered. We live up to this promise through:

• Strong emphasis on teamwork - our associates feel connected to each other and our mission as an organization. In return, our effective team environment generates positive patient outcomes and high associate satisfaction ratings that exceed the national benchmark.
• Strategic focus on equity, inclusion, & diversity - we are committed to equity for all people and communities. We continue to build a diverse and inclusive workplace where people feel a sense of belonging and the ability to contribute to equitable care delivery and improved community health outcomes at all levels of the organization.
• Comprehensive total rewards package - including competitive pay, generous paid time off, great health and wellness benefits, retirement savings, education assistance, and so much more.
• More career opportunities closer to home - as the largest healthcare provider in the Baltimore-Washington, D.C. region, there are countless opportunities to grow your career and fulfill your aspirations.

About MedStar Health
MedStar Health is dedicated to providing the highest quality care for people in Maryland and the Washington, D.C., region, while advancing the practice of medicine through education, innovation, and research. Our team of 32,000 includes physicians, nurses, residents, fellows, and many other clinical and non-clinical associates working in a variety of settings across our health system, including 10 hospitals and more than 300 community-based locations, the largest home health provider in the region, and highly respected institutes dedicated to research and innovation. As the medical education and clinical partner of Georgetown University for more than 20 years, MedStar Health is dedicated not only to teaching the next generation of doctors, but also to the continuing education, professional development, and personal fulfillment of our whole team. Together, we use the best of our minds and the best of our hearts to serve our patients, those who care for them, and our communities. It's how we treat people.

MedStar Health is an Equal Opportunity (EO) Employer and assures equal opportunity for all applicants and employees. We hire people to work in different locations, and we comply with the federal, state and local laws governing each of those locations. MedStar Health makes all decisions regarding employment, including for example, hiring, transfer, promotion, compensation, benefit eligibility, discipline, and discharge without regard to any protected status, including race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, sex, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, political affiliations, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local EO laws. If you receive an offer of employment, it is MedStar Health's policy to hire its employees on an at-will basis, which means you or MedStar Health may terminate this relationship at any time, for any reason.