Registered Dietitian/Registered Dietitian Nutritionist/Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist

Department/Unit: Medicine – EndocrinologyWork Shift: Day (United States of America)Salary Range: $71,612.39 – $110,999.20Albany Medical Health System is seeking a Registered Dietitian/Registered Dietitian Nutritionist and Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (RD, CDCES) to join our academic Endocrinology practice at Albany Medical Center. This is an exciting opportunity to work within a multidisciplinary team in a dynamic, patient-centered environment.
The RD, CDCES plays a vital role in providing expert guidance, education, and support to individuals with diabetes and related conditions. This professional will assess patients, develop personalized care plans, deliver diabetes self-management education, and collaborate closely with the healthcare team to optimize outcomes.Key Responsibilities

• Comprehensive Assessment

Conduct thorough assessments of patients’ nutritional status, diabetes knowledge, self-care skills, and emotional well-being. * Individualized Care PlanningCreate and implement personalized diabetes management plans that reflect patient goals, preferences, and cultural considerations. * Diabetes Self-Management Education (DSME)Provide education on blood glucose monitoring, insulin pump therapy, medication adherence, healthy eating, physical activity, and coping strategies to empower patients in their self-care. * Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT)Offer evidence-based nutrition guidance to support blood glucose control, weight management, and the prevention or management of diabetes-related complications. * Collaborative CareWork closely with physicians, nurses, pharmacists, and other team members to deliver coordinated, high-quality care. * Quality ImprovementParticipate in quality initiatives aimed at enhancing diabetes education and care delivery within the practice. * Advocacy and SupportServe as a resource and advocate for individuals living with diabetes, offering ongoing support and encouragement. * Community OutreachEngage in community education and outreach activities to promote diabetes awareness and prevention. * DocumentationMaintain accurate and timely documentation of assessments, care plans, and interventions within the electronic health record (EHR).Qualifications

• Registered Dietitian (RD) or Registered Dietitian Nutritionist credential required.
• Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (CDCES) certification preferred; candidates must be willing to obtain certification within a specified timeframe if not already certified.
• Strong understanding of diabetes pathophysiology, treatment approaches, and current evidence-based guidelines.
• Excellent communication, teaching, and counseling skills with a focus on patient engagement and empowerment.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively as part of an interdisciplinary team.
• Compassionate, empathetic approach to care and a commitment to patient-centered practice.

Thank you for your interest in Albany Medical Center!Albany Medical is an equal opportunity employer.This role may require access to information considered sensitive to Albany Medical Center, its patients, affiliates, and partners, including but not limited to HIPAA Protected Health Information and other information regulated by Federal and New York State statutes. Workforce members are expected to ensure that:Access to information is based on a “need to know” and is the minimum necessary to properly perform assigned duties. Use or disclosure shall not exceed the minimum amount of information needed to accomplish an intended purpose. Reasonable efforts, consistent with Albany Med Center policies and standards, shall be made to ensure that information is adequately protected from unauthorized access and modification.

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