Summary: Responsible for DM instruction, documentation and follow-up on patients identified through physician referral. Conducts quality and effective diabetes self-management education program classes. Accountable for ongoing evaluation of program, performance improvements, physician and patient phone calls/correspondence. Primarily responsible for out-patient appointments. Develops, implements, and evaluates community educational events. Participates in community diabetes screenings. Maintains ADA Diabetes Recognition Program status. Responsibilities: • Provides outpatient diabetes self-management & nutritional instruction consistent with program content and ADA guidelines. • Conducts self-management classes conducive to learning with satisfactory or better evaluations. • Performs patient DM instruction per physician orders. • Instructs according to age-specific guidelines & medical conditions. • Provides family support & education PRN. • Refers to self-management classes when appropriate. • Documents and evaluates the teaching and learning process on the patient’s chart. • Provides professional and timely info to MD regarding patient progress/status. • Maintains/supports ADA Diabetes Recognition Program status. • Develops, implements and participates in community diabetes and educational programs. • Evaluates the effectiveness of community outreach events. • Assists with diabetes education in-service for nursing staff/physicians. • Participates in multidisciplinary meetings with the Diabetes Advisory Board committee and other healthcare professionals involved in the care of diabetes patients. • Represents and promotes CHRISTUS Health. • Provides input and assist with the planning of the Diabetes Center’s services. • Facilitates participant access to services. • Strives for highest standards of productivity and quality instruction. Requirements: Education/Skills • Bachelor's Degree in a related field is required. Experience • 0 - 2 years of related experience. Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications • BLS (Basic Life Support) required. • RD (Registered Dietician) preferred. • CDCES (Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist preferred. Work Schedule: 5 Days - 8 Hours Work Type: Full Time