Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) - Diabetes Care & Education Specialist
$60,000–$75,000 year
On-siteRock Hill, South Carolina, United States
Job Summary
Provide individualized Medical Nutrition Therapy and Diabetes Self-Management Education for patients with type 2 diabetes and prediabetes, including culturally responsive meal planning and continuous glucose monitoring support. Deliver group and individual sessions covering ADCES7 Self-Care Behaviors while collaborating with community health workers and primary care providers on an interdisciplinary team. Contribute to the design and continuous improvement of the Chronic Disease Management Program by developing curricula, patient education materials, and outcome tracking systems. Work within a Federally Qualified Health Center in Rock Hill, SC, reporting to the Director of Nursing. A Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist credential or active pursuit within 12 months is preferred, along with bilingual English/Spanish proficiency.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree (minimum) in Dietetics, Nutrition, or related field from an ACEND-accredited program
- Current Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) credential through the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR)
- Active state licensure/certification as required by South Carolina LLR
- Minimum of 2 years of clinical experience, preferably in diabetes care, community health, or outpatient settings
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
Desired Qualifications
- Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (CDCES) credential — or actively pursuing certification within 12 months of hire
- Bilingual in English and Spanish (spoken and written)
- Experience with continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) technology and insulin therapy education
- Experience working in an FQHC, community health center, or safety-net setting
- Familiarity with ADA Standards of Care, ADCES accreditation/recognition processes, and MNT/DSMT billing
- Experience developing or facilitating group education classes
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