Dietitian (Certified Diabetic Educator) - Dodgeville Wisconsin

Company: Upland Hills Health
Location: Dodgeville, Wisconsin
Posted On: 01/23/2025

Position Title: Dietitian - Certified Diabetic Educator (CDCES)Location: Upland Hills Health - Dodgeville Hospital CampusRole & Department: Certified Diabetic Educator (CDCES) in the Clinical Nutrition DepartmentHours & Shift: Full-time (1.0 FTE) day shift position, Monday through Friday 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.Role Responsibilities:Will serve as the Diabetes Self Management Education (DSME) Program Coordinator for the facilityWill oversee the planning, implementation and evaluation of the Diabetes Self-Management ProgramIs responsible for assessing the needs of each patient with diabetes and planning the care needed to meet those needs, including the spiritual, emotional and physiological needsIs responsible to see that the plan of care is carried out and coordinates the care of the patient by communicating with other members of the care teamWill provide diabetic education and support to patients and families in both the inpatient and outpatient settingsWill complete nutritional assessments and provide nutritional counseling to all UHH patients as neededWill participate and attend UHH meetings as neededWill design and participate in community nutrition programs as neededWill work with physicians, nursing staff and other ancillary staff professionals to provide high quality care for patientsMust have a thorough knowledge of and utilize current clinical practices of medical nutrition therapy for diabetic patientsMust have clinical knowledge to develop appropriate educational materials for patients servedWill participate in menu planning for patientsMust function as part of the health care team using interdisciplinary approaches in delivering care to patients/residentsMust have good organizational & communication skillsMust participate in organizational and departmental CQI activitiesQualifications:Candidates must have a bachelor or advanced degree in Dietetics from an accredited schoolCompletion of ADA approved dietetics internship or equivalent education experienceBe licensed as a Registered Dietitian in the State of WisconsinBe a Registered Dietitian with the Academy of Nutrition and DieteticsCandidates must be licensed as a Certified Diabetes Educator (CDCES) or be CDCES eligibleKnowledgeable of patient care standards according to the State of Wisconsin and in accordance with the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics and American Association of Diabetes Educators (AADE)Must have academic preparation and/or experience in the care of persons with chronic diseasePrior experience using the EPIC medical record system is preferred but not requiredPrevious experience with the Microsoft Office Suite software programs is beneficialEmployee Benefits: Comprehensive benefits packages available for both part and full-time employees! Paid Time Off (PTO) benefits begin to accrue on day one! Retirement Plan with matching dollars available! Two wellness center facilities that employees are eligible to use free of charge & a minimal fee for spouses! Many Employer Sponsored Events held throughout the year to celebrate our employees!Employment Bonus: This position is eligible for 'up to a $5,000.00 Employment Bonus' which is prorated based on the FTE. Bonus payments will be made based on the FTE schedule below: 1.0 FTE $5,000.9 FTE $4,500.8 FTE $4,000.7 FTE $3,500.6 FTE $3,000.5 FTE $2,500The Employment Bonus will be paid out at set times during the first 3 years of employment in 6 separate equal installments. Those respective bonus payments will be made at the following periods: after completion of 6 months, 1 year, 18 months, 2 years, 30 months and a final payment at the 3 year anniversary. This Employment Bonus will be paid for Clinical Dietitian positions who are hired at a .5 FTE employment status or greater. Dietitian must continue to be employed at a .5 FTE status or greater at the time each of the bonus payment to be eligible to receive it.Why Upland Hills Health: Upland Hills Health (UHH) consistently ranks as a very high performing health care institution in Southwestern Wisconsin. Located just 40 minutes from Madison, WI and as well from Dubuque, IA, the area is surrounded by wonderful communities and beautiful scenery. For over 100 years, Upland Hills Health has been dedicated to the promise of offering the highest standard of healthcare. Our community-minded staff emphasizes providing quality, comprehensive healthcare while offering a comfortable, neighborly welcome to everyone who walks through our doors. Here, neighbors care for neighbors!Posting date: August 22, 2024by Jobble More...

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