About the role

Registered Dietitian/Diabetes Educator providing diabetes care management and group education at WELL Health Diagnostic Centres. Supporting insulin therapy, glucose monitoring, and individualized chronic disease plans.

Responsibilities

Provide individual and group diabetes education sessions to patients
Assess patients’ diabetes knowledge and readiness, adapting education and care plans to individual needs
Teach insulin administration, titration, management, and self-monitoring of blood glucose according to medical directives
Collaborate with healthcare teams and patients to develop and implement comprehensive diabetes management plans
Incorporate nutrition, activity, and medication into individualized care plans
Use blood glucose meters, continuous glucose meters, and insulin pump therapy technologies
Monitor glucose records and treatment effectiveness, adjusting plans to support optimal blood glucose control
Apply behaviour change counselling techniques and support patients with diabetes-related challenges
Assess readiness for and manage patients on insulin pump therapy
Maintain current knowledge of diabetes research, treatments, and developments, including CDE qualifications
Complete clear chart notes in the Accuro clinic EMR
Develop patient handouts and provide consultations to community groups, partners, and team members
Mentor nutrition volunteers, dietetic interns, and community CDEs
Present at professional seminars, conferences, and lectures
Maintain clinic medication samples and non-medicinal supplies
Foster relationships with external contacts and perform other assigned duties

Bachelor of Human Ecology, Foods, and Nutrition Major (or equivalent) and completed an accredited Dietetic Internship, or Bachelor of Nursing
Valid RD license in good standing with the College of Dietitians of Alberta, or valid RN license in good standing with CARNA
Clinical competence in an expanded dietetic or nursing role
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
Integrity, professionalism, and sincerity in interactions
Commitment to outstanding patient care and service excellence
Leadership and organizational ability
Strong multitasking skills
Ability to take initiative and work independently
Effective communication and teaching skills
Ability to participate in and contribute to the healthcare team
Critical analysis and ability to prioritize
Commitment to continuous learning and professional development
Empathy and ability to support patients