Clinical Dietitian | Diabetes Education Program Insulin Dose Adjustment/Certified Diabetes Educator

Position Summary
We are seeking a Permanent Part Time Clinical Dietitian| Diabetes Education Program Insulin Dose Adjustment/Certified Diabetes Educator in Nelson, B.C.

This position includes two worksites. Primary home work site: Kootenay Lake Hospital Diabetes Center in Nelson. Second home work site: Castlegar District Hospital Diabetes Center in Castlegar.

Days of work: Days, Castlegar: Tuesdays, alternating Thursdays 08:30-16:30; Nelson: Wednesdays, Fridays 08:30-16:30, alternating Thursdays 09:30-17:30

What we offer:

• Employee & Family Assistance Program
• Employer paid training/education opportunities
• Employer paid vacation-Medical Services Plan
• Employer paid insurance premiums
• Extended health & dental coverage
• Municipal Pension Plan
• Work-life balance

What will you work on?

The Clinical Dietitian | Diabetes Education Program Insulin Dose Adjustment/Certified Diabetes Educator is a member of a multidisciplinary health care team and provides nutritional care and support to clients living with all types of diabetes in accordance with established policies, standards, and procedures.

Utilizing and applying advanced knowledge and experience in relevant clinical techniques (through Insulin Dose Adjustment (IDA) competency and/or Certified Diabetes Educator (CDE) qualifications) and in collaboration with the health care team, the Clinical Dietitian provides nutritional services through: nutritional assessment; care planning and charting; intervention, client goal setting and monitoring; counseling and education programs for patients/clients; orientation, guidance, and sharing of collegial information or demonstration of equipment or work processes to others including peers, new staff, and students in accordance with professional standards and program objectives.

The Clinical Dietitian provides input on Regional, Provincial, and local diabetes services by participating in the development of nutritional practice guidelines and procedures and by participating in research and continuous quality improvement initiatives for the program.

Where are we located?

Nelson is a vibrant community offering a rare blend of outdoor adventure as well as arts, cultural and heritage experiences. Nestled amongst the Selkirk Mountains and on the shores of Kootenay Lake the area is a mecca for, hiking, mountain biking, golfing or boating. As the season's turn, the award winning terrain and abundant snow make for world class skiing and winter adventures.

Recreation and culture

Nelson's live entertainment venues host first-rate performances year round, which combined with the selection of more than 30 fine restaurants, and the many seasonal outdoor patios, you'll experience the advantages of big city cultural nightlife and dining.

We love it here…

“Come the warm days of spring, summer, or fall, I just enjoy hopping on my bike, riding to work, and arriving there invigorated to start the work day. On my way home - what should I do? Shall I go by the boathouse and put the kayak in the lake for a short paddle or ride along Baker Street to stock up on local delights or organic produce? Oh yeah, it's Friday afternoon, I could stop into the local wine store and taste a little red or white wine before deciding on a bottle. Then home to get ready for dinner out at one of the many fine dining establishments before heading to an art show, music event, or theatre production. And in winter, with its crisp cold snowy days that blanket the ground in white, I can head to the slopes to ski, snowshoe, or go to the recreation centre for a workout. Maybe I should stay home warm in front of a fire watching the snow fall on the cedars. So much to do. So many wonders that speak to my heart ... I love living here!” - Anne Marie Doig, RN, Kootenay Lake Hospital

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Qualfications
• Baccalaureate degree in nutrition and dietetics.
• Successful completion of an accredited hospital based dietetic internship program (or equivalent acceptable to the facility).
• Current registration with the College of Health and Care Professionals of British Columbia (CHCPBC) [formerly College of Dietitian of British Columbia (CDBC)].
• Two (2) years of clinical nutrition experience including one (1) year working with Diabetes clients in a health care environment, or an equivalent combination of education, experience and/or training suitable to the facility or program is required.
• Insulin Dose Adjustment (IDA) Competency, or Certified Diabetes Educator (CDE) or completion of the Diabetes Educator Certificate Program from Michener Institute.
• Valid BC Driver’s License as required.