Diabetes Health Educator

Job Title

Diabetes Health Educator - RD

Agency

Texas A&M University Health Science Center

Department

Coastal Bend Health Education Center

Proposed Minimum Salary

$5,000.00 monthly

Job Location

Corpus Christi, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

Our Commitment

Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & lived experiences. Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our core values which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service.

Who we are

As one of the fastest-growing academic health centers in the nation, Texas A&M Health encompasses five colleges and numerous centers and institutes working together to improve health through transformative education, innovative research and team-based health care delivery.

What we want

The Diabetes Health Educator I, under general supervision, plans, implements, and evaluates theory and evidence-based health promotion strategies, policies, programs, and services for individuals. Provides health training, guidance, and outreach both on and off campus. Supervises student staff, interns, and/or peer educators, as assigned.

What you need to know

Schedule: This position may require work beyond regular office hours and/or on weekends.

Travel: This position may require up to 20% or more of travel.

Responsibilities:

Diabetes Health Education           

• Deliver group and individual diabetes education focused on prevention and self-management, covering nutrition, medication adherence, physical activity, stress management, and blood glucose monitoring.
• Provide House Bill 984 compliant training for non-healthcare school personnel responsible for managing students with diabetes.
• Coordinate and facilitate monthly outreach and educational activities, including family nights, cooking demonstrations, and other educational workshops.
• Participate in community outreach activities, such as health fairs and public speaking engagements.
• Collaborate with healthcare providers and community partners to improve health outcomes in both urban and rural communities.
• Manage assigned education locations, including up to 20% travel to support off-site activities.

Patient Assessments

• Operate and maintain biometric equipment at program locations.
• Conduct initial and follow-up assessments by collecting biometric data (e.g., BP, glucose, A1c, BMI).
• Develop and update individualized diabetes self-management education and support plans.
• Support patient goal setting, monitor progress at follow-up visits, and encourage sustained behavior change.
• Coordinate care and make referrals to address social determinants of health.
• Document patient progress using electronic health record (EHR) systems.

Continuing Education/ Administrative

• Engage in ongoing professional development to maintain certifications and stay current on best practices in diabetes care standards.
• Participate in internal and external advisory, planning, and quality improvement committees as assigned.
• Serve as a mentor or preceptor for students and interns from affiliated academic institutions.
• Assist with administrative duties related to American Diabetes Association recognition, program evaluation, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Qualifications:

Required Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in applicable field or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Required Licenses and Certifications

• State License and American Dietetic Association Registration and License (RD/LDN) or ability to obtain within 90 calendar days from date of hire. Certification must be maintained as a condition of employment.
• Association of Diabetes Care & Education Specialists (ADCES) Diabetes Care and Education Specialist Certificate, or able to successfully complete the Diabetes Care and Education Specialist Certificate within six months of employment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's Degree; Registered Dietitian
• One year of experience with diabetes-related education
• Bilingual in English and Spanish

 

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications.
• Knowledge of responsibilities and competencies of health education.
• Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to analyze emerging health promotion needs of adults and college students.
• Ability to do presentations, workshop trainings, individual behavior change sessions, and small group discussions and facilitations.
• Ability to critically review health-related professional literature relevant to college students and assess its applicability and utility for effectiveness on the college campus.
• Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Why Texas A&M University? 

We are a prestigious university with strong traditions, Core Values, and a community of caring and collaboration.  Amenities associated with a major university, such as sporting and cultural events, state-of-the-art recreation facilities, the Bush Library and Museum, and much more await you.  Experience all that a big city has to offer but with a reasonable cost-of-living and no long commutes.   

• Medical,prescription drug,dental,vision,life and AD&D,flexible spending accounts, and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums  

• 12-15 days of annual paid holidays   

• Up to eight hours of paid sick leave and at least eight hours of paid vacation each month  

• Automatic enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas

• Health and Wellness: Free exercise programs and release time

• Professional Development: All employees have access to free LinkedIn Learning training, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more   

• Educational release time and tuition assistance for completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee  

• Living Well, a program at Texas A&M that has been built by employees, for employees 

Instructions to Applicants: Applications received by Texas A&M University must either have all job application data entered, or a resume attached. Failure to provide all job application data or a complete resume could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. We encourage all applicants to upload a resume or use a LinkedIn profile to pre-populate the online application.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.