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Registered Dietitian - Diabetes Care Specialist

Bellin Gundersen · Onalaska, WI · Full time

Posted Sep 15, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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Written from this job description, not a generic list. Each one notes what the interviewer is really checking.

About your past

You'd join our Endocrinology Department and travel to outreach clinics. How do you stay organized working across multiple locations?

What they are checking: Whether they can manage schedules and follow-up across sites without dropping patients.

The posting asks for someone who can make sound decisions within their scope. Tell me where your scope ends.

What they are checking: Whether they know when to bring a provider in, which matters with insulin adjustments.

Tell me about a time you supported a coworker or helped the team.

What they are checking: Whether they actively support colleagues, which the posting calls out.

What are you hoping to grow in your diabetes care skills?

What they are checking: Whether they are eager to learn, possibly toward a diabetes educator credential.

What would you do

A patient's A1C keeps rising even though they say they're following the plan. How do you approach it?

What they are checking: Whether they dig into barriers gently instead of assuming the patient is lying.

How do you teach carbohydrate counting to someone with low literacy or numeracy?

What they are checking: Whether they can simplify teaching with visual tools and plate methods.

A patient with type 2 diabetes is discouraged about their weight. How do you support them?

What they are checking: Whether they handle weight conversations with respect and focus on realistic goals.

About the work

Walk me through how you'd educate a patient starting insulin.

What they are checking: Whether they cover dosing, hypoglycemia, timing and food in a way the patient can actually follow.

What experience do you have with continuous glucose monitors or insulin pumps?

What they are checking: Whether they can help patients use diabetes technology and read the data.

How do you recognize and teach patients to treat hypoglycemia?

What they are checking: Whether they teach the rule of 15 and warning signs clearly.

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The full job description

As published by Bellin Gundersen.

Love + medicine is who we are, it's what we do, it's why people want to work here. If you’re looking for a job to love, apply today. Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 We’re not just filling positions, we’re building careers. At Emplify Health, we care for our teams, while they care for their communities. Whether you are just starting out or looking for a change, Emplify Health supports you now and into the future. Join us and find out how a little empathy changes everything. Emplify Health by Gundersen Health System is seeking an RD, Diabetes Care Specialist to join our Endocrinology Department! The ideal candidate is someone who demonstrates strong critical thinking and can work autonomously while still thriving in a collaborative, team‑focused environment. They should be adaptable, comfortable flexing between multiple locations and responsibilities, and eager to grow their skills in diabetes care. A willingness to learn, make sound decisions within their scope, and actively support colleagues will make them an excellent fit for this role. What's Available: • Full Time, 40-hours a week • Monday - Friday, days • Primary Location: La Crosse + travel to support our Outreach Clinics • Starting salary of $64,292.80 + more for experience What You'll Need: • Bachelor's degree in Dietetics • 2-4 years of experience as a dietitian or related healthcare field • Registered as a Dietitian - Academy of Nutrition & Dietetics • Registered Dietitian in State of Wisconsin • Current Infant-Adult Basic Life Support for Health Care Providers • Certified Diabetes Care & Education Specialist (CDCES) within 5 years of hire date What You'll Get: • A highly adaptable and mission-driven organization with a work environment that supports you personally and professionally and a work culture where you are valued and appreciated • Competitive Compensation: Enjoy an attractive hourly rate, based on your years of experience, as well as generous shift differentials, ensuring your skills and dedication are valued and rewarded • A comprehensive and generous benefits package (Medical, Dental, Life Ins, HSA/FSA) ensuring your comfort and well-being as a valuable team member • Substantial retirement contribution including a 401k match & annual discretionary base contribution • Paid Time Off (PTO) combines vacation, sick, and personal days into one balance to allow you the flexibility to use your time off as you need • Support for your career growth through Professional Development Opportunities, Tuition Investment Program, and Career Development Center • Other benefits include a Wellness program with incentives, employer-paid life insurance and AD&D, optional short-term and long-term disability coverage, an employee assistance program, identity theft protection, pet insurance, Inspire & Celebrate colleague recognition and rewards program, a discount program, and more! • Unlimited potential at one of the leading health systems in the midwestern United States About Emplify Health by Gundersen: Emplify Health is comprised of two of the Midwest’s most respected healthcare systems, Bellin Health and Gundersen Health System. Once neighbors, we are now partners, united in our mission to provide exceptional care to our communities. As a not-for-profit, patient-centered healthcare network, we have headquarters in Green Bay and La Crosse, Wisconsin. Our extensive network includes 11 hospitals and more than 100 clinics, serving 67 cities and rural communities across Wisconsin, Iowa, Minnesota and Michigan’s Upper Peninsula. With over 4,500 dedicated nurses and providers, we are committed to delivering primary, specialty and emergency care, along with innovative medical education programs. Join us in making a meaningful difference in the lives of our patients and communities. I f you need assistance with any portion of the application or have questions about the position, please contact HR-Recruitment@gundersenhealth.org or call 608-775-0267. We inspire your best life by relentlessly caring, learning and innovating. This is our purpose. Together with our values — belonging, respect, excellence, accountability, teamwork and humility — our pillars set our foundation and our future. Equal Opportunity Employer

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