Dietitian/Diabetes Educator

The Nuu-chah-nulth Tribal Council (NTC) Nursing Services program is seeking either a Registered Dietician or a Registered Nurse (RN) who is certified as a diabetes educator (CDE) to serve as a Dietitian/Diabetes Educator.  Based out of Port Alberni, this is full-time, 1-year term position that will support existing diabetes programming including both group teaching sessions and individual client counselling for Nuu-chah-nulth members on Vancouver Island.

Responsibilities Include

• Provides diabetes education individually and/or in group settings utilizing a range of learning approaches and modalities (Q & A sessions, care circles, guest speakers, etc.)
• Advocates for Nuu-chah-nulth community members affected by diabetes-related health conditions
• Coordinate activities and liaise with a variety of community partners, nurses, dietitians, physicians, and other allied health care providers
• Plans and implements diabetes care goals across the lifespan (high risk individuals, Pre-Diabetes, Gestational Diabetes, Type 2 Diabetes, etc.)
• Conducts home, telephone consults, and follow-up visits to support diabetes care
• Evaluates client results and provides culturally appropriate teaching, knowledge sharing and recommendations to clients, families, and caregivers

Preferred Qualifications

• Registered Dietician or Bachelor of Nursing, plus formal education in nutrition and dietetics plus several years of practitioner experience.
• Current registration with the College of Dietitians of BC or the College of Nursing.
• Current Certified Diabetes Educator (CDE) certification would be considered an asset.
• Experience in cross-cultural education considered and knowledge of colonial history and its effects on the Indigenous population would be considered and asset.
• Strong personal boundaries and familiarity with ethical issues that arise from working with high-risk populations.
• Possess a valid BC Driver’s License and have daily access to reliable vehicle.
• Provide references and an acceptable criminal record check.
• Demonstrate compliance with the NTC Vaccination Policy (COVID-19 double vaccination).

Competitive salary based on qualifications and experience: Salary range $76,000 - $97,000 annually.