Diabetes Educator I, II, III – Ambulatory

Sutter Health

. Provide diabetes self-management education/training and/or medical nutrition therapy to individuals, family members, and groups .

Posted 10/24/2026full-timeElk Grove • California • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $102,856 - $158,725 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in diabetes self-management education and medical nutrition therapy, with a strong focus on patient empowerment and individualized care plans. Proficient in electronic medical records management and collaboration with healthcare teams to enhance patient outcomes.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Registered Dietitian (RD)CDCES/CDE CertificationDiabetes Management Equipment KnowledgeMotivational Interviewing SkillsElectronic Medical Records (EPIC) Knowledge

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Hard Skills

Diabetes Self-Management EducationMedical Nutrition TherapyNutritional Guidelines DevelopmentPatient AssessmentBehavior Modification TechniquesIndividualized Care ProtocolsTreatment Decision MakingGroup Education FacilitationPatient Care CoordinationLifestyle Intervention Goals

Soft Skills

Written CommunicationVerbal CommunicationOrganizationDecision-MakingCollaboration

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft Office SuiteEPIC

Certifications & Qualifications

Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider (BLS)CDCES/CDE CertificationBoard CertificationCertified Pump Trainer Certification

Industry Keywords

Diabetes EducationChronic Condition ManagementPatient EmpowermentHealthcare CollaborationAdult Learning Theory

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide diabetes self-management education/training and/or medical nutrition therapy to individuals, family members, and groups
Manage a distinct patient population through assessment of educational needs, nutritional guidelines, lifestyle intervention goals, and counseling
Coordinate patient care with physicians, pharmacists, case managers, social workers, and other healthcare providers
Develop individualized protocols involving medication, therapy, nutrition, and devices
Empower patients with techniques and behavior modifications to control diabetes, avoid complications, and improve quality of life
Maintain an ongoing patient panel and provide care day to day and week to week
Collaborate within diabetes clinics/endocrinology and extend care beyond provider visits through follow-up
Enter and update electronic medical records
Make treatment decisions within scope of practice and recommend medication adjustments to physicians/APCs
Provide individual and group education on diabetes and other chronic conditions

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in dietetics, nutrition, or related field
Credentialing must be completed within 45 days of hire prior to billing
Registered Dietitian (RD)
Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider (BLS); not required for fully remote incumbents for Diabetes Educator II
CDCES/CDE certification for Diabetes Educator II and III; employees hired prior to 05/03/2024 may complete it within 2 years
Diabetes Educator III requires at least one additional listed certification, such as a board certification or certified pump trainer certification
Diabetes Educator II requires 2 years recent relevant experience
Diabetes Educator III requires 5 years recent relevant experience
Knowledge of diabetes monitoring and management equipment, including blood glucose monitors and insulin injection devices
Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and EPIC for electronic medical records
Knowledge of adult learning theory and ability to provide individual and group education
Motivational Interviewing and behavioral counseling skills
Strong group facilitation, written and verbal communication, organization, and decision-making skills
Ability to work autonomously and collaboratively with diverse teams
Ability to make treatment decisions within scope of practice and recommend medication adjustments
Ability to care for patients ranging from social age to geriatric

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive benefits package
Full-time schedule, 40 hours per week
Day shift
No weekend requirements
Regular employee status
Exempt position