The purpose of this position is to provide nutrition counselling, therapy and education for patients with diabetes As part of the diabetes team the position is responsible for educating referred clients (encompassing the individual, family, and community) about the physiology and treatment of diabetes, enabling clients to make informed decisions about their health.
The Registered Dietitian will work closely with other members of the diabetes team to provide diabetes care and education to clients and families ensuring consistency within the provincial program. This is performed through nutrition counselling, assessment of individuals, development and ongoing monitoring of care plans for self-management. This position is located within the Primary Care Networks and will support patients provincially as needed. This position may work occasional evenings and weekends as required. Travel to other network locations may be required.
Duties will include but are not limited to:
- Responsible for conducting nutritional and overall health assessments with patients and providing nutritional therapy, counselling and education to individuals, groups, and surrounding communities;
- Responsible for developing a nutritional care plan and education messaging considering the clients’ individual needs;
- In collaboration with team members, primary care and specialist physicians and other health care professionals, reviews, recommends and monitors diabetes management protocols;
- Works in collaboration with the team members responsible for the management of high-risk clients with complex treatment modalities;
- Provides individual education on diabetes to clients in accordance with national standards, such as Clinical Practice Guidelines (CPGs) for the Management of Diabetes in Canada. This includes both knowledge and skills to allow clients to interpret information, determine self-care preferences and acquire skills such as carbohydrate counting
- Other related duties as required.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree majoring in Food and Nutrition with post -graduate internship in Dietetics or a Masters Degree in Community or Human Nutrition.
- Certified Diabetes Educator (CDE) or requirement to obtain within two years of hire.
- Registration with or eligible for registration with the College of Dietitians of PEI.
- Needs to hold the AP special authorization through PEICNM.
- Oral and Non-Insulin Injectables Diabetes Medications and Basic Insulin Adjustment Certifications or requirement to obtain within one year of hire.
- Considerable nutrition experience in a medical based setting and two years recent experience in a diabetes program or five years recent experience in a related clinical setting (ie Community pediatrics, obstetrics, home care) with proven nutrition assessment skills.
- Member or eligible for membership with Dietitians of Canada.
- Requirement for continuing education, training and/or certification as per best-practice and to meet new developments in equipment/technology, medications, etc. as required by the employer is an ongoing requirement
- Excellent communication skills and interpersonal ability to operate in a collegial environment with a wide range of health professionals, institutions, agencies, and the public.
- Ability to identify and analyze issues and make connections between issues. Able to independently take initiative to solve problems and make clinical decisions.
- Ability to multi-task and prioritize competing demands.
- Ability to effectively communicate verbally, in writing and electronically including the use of email, Microsoft Office, electronic medical record, and other related software.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team, while respecting flexible professional boundaries and team decisions
- Must have demonstrated excellent organizational, written and verbal communication.
- Knowledge of adult education principles and group dynamics.
- Proficient in use of email, Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and other related software systems.
- Commitment to work as a member of a multi-disciplinary team.
- Good previous attendance and work record.
- Travel will be required between worksites. Must have access to reliable transportation.
- The successful applicant must provide a satisfactory criminal record check prior to beginning employment.
Other Qualifications:
- Previous experience in diabetes education and adult education would be considered an asset.
- Previous experience counselling individuals and groups would be considered an asset.
Successful applicants are expected to complete the term of temporary assignment unless appointed to a permanent position.
Please ensure the application clearly demonstrates how you meet the noted qualifications as applicants will be screened based on the information provided. We would like to thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those who are selected for an interview will be contacted.
Salary Range: $37.34 - $46.70 per hour (Level 18 – UPSE Health)
Bi-Weekly Hours: 75 Hours Bi-Weekly / Days, Evenings and Weekends as Required
Posting ID: 173112
Closing Date: Friday May 29, 2026 at 4:00 pm
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Pay: $37.34-$46.70 per hour
Work Location: In person
