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Educates patients about diabetes self-management as well as evidence-based nutrition guidelines in individual or group settings, using approaches that are culturally relevant and age appropriate. Assesses the needs of patient and their family, formulates an educational plan, implements the plan, and evaluates and revises the plan as needed. Functions as a resource to the patient, the community, and other health care professionals both within and outside the Center. Coordinates ongoing patient care and support with appropriate members of the care team. Provides education, training, and support related to diabetes technologies. Plans and conducts continuing education programs in diabetes and general nutrition for allied professionals and the general public. Participates in the assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of the diabetes education program at the Center, including continuous quality improvement and other activities related to maintaining recognition with the American Diabetes Association. Demonstrates competence in written and oral communication skills.

Providence caregivers are not simply valued – they’re invaluable. Join our team at Swedish First Hill and thrive in our culture of patient-focused, whole-person care built on understanding, commitment, and mutual respect. Your voice matters here, because we know that to inspire and retain the best people, we must empower them.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree Nutrition Sciences or Dietetics.

• Upon hire: Washington Dietitian Certification Or

• Upon hire: Washington Nutritionist Certification

• Upon hire: National CDR Registered Dietitian - Commission on Dietetic Registration

• Within 1 year of hire Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (CDCES)

• 4 years Nutrition experience, preferably one year in ambulatory care setting or community health.

• One thousand hours of diabetes education experience in a variety of settings.

• Experience and comfort with teaching and public speaking.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's Degree Nutrition Sciences or Dietetics.

Why Join Providence?

Our best-in-class benefits are uniquely designed to support you and your family in staying well, growing professionally, and achieving financial security. We take care of you, so you can focus on delivering our mission of improving the health and wellbeing of each patient we serve.

About Providence

At Providence, our strength lies in Our Promise of “Know me, care for me, ease my way.” Working at our family of organizations means that regardless of your role, we’ll walk alongside you in your career, supporting you so you can support others. We provide best-in-class benefits and we foster an inclusive workplace where diversity is valued, and everyone is essential, heard and respected. Together, our 120,000 caregivers (all employees) serve in over 50 hospitals, over 1,000 clinics and a full range of health and social services across Alaska, California, Montana, New Mexico, Oregon, Texas and Washington. As a comprehensive health care organization, we are serving more people, advancing best practices and continuing our more than 100-year tradition of serving the poor and vulnerable.

The amounts listed are the base pay range; additional compensation may be available for this role, such as shift differentials, standby/on-call, overtime, premiums, extra shift incentives, or bonus opportunities.

Providence offers a comprehensive benefits package including a retirement 401(k) Savings Plan with employer matching, health care benefits (medical, dental, vision), life insurance, disability insurance, time off benefits (paid parental leave, vacations, holidays, health issues), voluntary benefits, well-being resources and much more. Learn more at providence.jobs/benefits.

About the Team

Providence has been serving the Pacific Northwest since 1856 when Mother Joseph and four other Sisters of Providence arrived in Vancouver, Washington Territory. Today, Providence is the largest health care provider in Washington located in communities large and small across the state. In western Washington, Providence provides care throughout the greater Puget Sound from Snohomish County to Lewis County.

Our award-winning and comprehensive medical centers are known for outstanding programs in cancer, cardiology, neurosciences, orthopedics, women's services, emergency and trauma care, pediatrics and neonatal intensive care. Our not-for-profit network also provides a full spectrum of care with leading-edge diagnostics and treatment, outpatient health centers, physician groups and clinics, numerous outreach programs, and hospice and home care.

Providence is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to the principle that every workforce member has the right to work in surroundings that are free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, gender, disability, veteran, military status, religion, age, creed, national origin, sexual identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by local, state, or federal law. We believe diversity makes us stronger, so we are dedicated to shaping an inclusive workforce, learning from each other, and creating equal opportunities for advancement.

Requsition ID: 302656
Company: Swedish Jobs
Job Category: Clinical Education
Job Function: Clinical Support
Job Schedule: Full time
Job Shift: Day
Career Track: Clinical Professional
Department: 3901 SFH DIABETES EDUC CTR
Address: WA Seattle 1124 Columbia St
Work Location: Swedish First Hill 1124 Columbia-Seattle
Pay Range: $40.98 - $64.88
The amounts listed are the base pay range; additional compensation may be available for this role, such as shift differentials, standby/on-call, overtime, premiums, extra shift incentives, or bonus opportunities.