Certified Diabetic Educator

Overview

• Full Time, 80 Hours / PP
• $5,000 Sign On Bonus
• Location; Rockford, IL
• Javon Bea Hospital

In collaboration with multidisciplinary diabetes management team provides diabetes / nutritional self-management education (DSMES) to patients / families living with diabetes.

Responsibilities

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Education and Experience

Bachelor's degree from a four-year college / university in Dietetics / Food and Nutrition.

Completion of an accredited or approved supervised practice program.

Certification / Licensure

State certification / licensure as a Registered / Licensed Dietician in WI and IL.

CDCES certification required. If not CDCES certification eligible or not CDCES certified at hire, 15 CME credit per year required.

CDCES certification required within 2-years of becoming eligible or being hired.

Prior ADA program experience preferred.

Special Physical Demands

The Special Physical Demands are considered Essential Job Functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.

Manual dexterity needed to operate computer / technology for diabetes. While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to talk and listen / hear. The employee is frequently required to walk / prolonged sitting. The employee must occasionally lift and / or move up to 10 pounds.

Culture of Excellence Behavior Expectations

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following behavior expectations :

Quality - Follows policies and procedures; adapts to and manages changes in the environment; Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness giving attention to details; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Manages time and prioritizes effectively to achieve organizational goals.

Service - Responds promptly to requests for service and assistance; Follows the Mercyhealth Critical Moments of service; Meets commitments; Abides by MH confidentiality and security agreement; Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; and effectively communicates information to partners; Thinks system wide regarding processes and functions.

Partnering - Shows commitment to the Mission of Mercyhealth and Culture of Excellence through all words and actions; Exhibits objectivity and openness to other's views; Demonstrates a high level of participation and engagement in day-to-day work; Gives and welcomes feedback; Generates suggestions for improving work : Embraces teamwork, supports and encourages positive change while giving value to individuals.

Cost - Conserves organization resources; Understands fiscal responsibility; Works within approved budget; Develops and implements cost saving measures; contributes to profits and revenue.

Benefits

Mercyhealth offers a generous total rewards package to eligible employees including, but not limited to :

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