Diabetes Educator - Maternal Fetal Medicine

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.

Please note that travel to various locations within the Seattle Metro are will be required.

Providence Swedish 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 in Nutrition Sciences or Dietetics
• Upon hire: 
  • Washington Dietitian Certification --or--
  • 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 of 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 in Nutrition Sciences or Dietetics

Why Join Providence Swedish?

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.