Registered Nurse Care Manager - Clinical Diabetes Educator; $30,000 Sign On, $15,000 Relocation, and Retention Bonus eligible

Yukon-Kuskokwim Health Corporation Bethel, AK, US

Position Summary: This is a grant funded position. Registered Nurse Case Manager/Clinical Diabetes Educator is primarily responsible for providing comprehensive diabetes education and care for patients with Type 1 diabetes, Type 2 diabetes, gestational diabetes, and patients at high risk of developing diabetes in a clinic setting. Education is provided via telephonic communication, video teleconferencing, and in-person education sessions. This at times does require village travel. Educator will be responsible for ordering labs for patients according to hospital policies. Educator will be responsible for documenting education in electronic health record. This position will assist in the planning, coordinating and providing of diabetes-related health promotion activities in the YK Delta Region. Patients and activities are accessed via multiple village trips per month. Educator will work closely with village clinic and hospital staff to promote diabetes standards of care and inform of new advances in diabetes care. Educator assists Diabetes Coordinator with maintenance of the Diabetes Registry and grant requirements. Educator works closely with the Registered Dietitian Clinical Diabetes Educator and Diabetes Pharmacist to ensure comprehensive care of clients. Educator participates in all program outreach activities such as monthly Diabetes Support Groups and radio shows, media campaigns, and special events. Educator participates in department planning and goal setting to achieve excellence in patient care and partnership with our tribal leaders. Educator believes in and promotes Napartet and all corporate endeavors. Performs other duties as assigned or required.

Position Qualifications:

Must have completed a program of education in nursing from an NLN approved institution.
Minimum Associate's Degree in Nursing required.
BSN or MSN preferred.
New graduates (with relevant license-see below) may be considered.
Two (2) years experience in a clinical health setting preferred.
Demonstrated experience collaborating with a variety of disciplines for project completion.
Background in Diabetes Education preferred.
Valid license in good standing in the State of Alaska as a Registered Professional Nurse.
Must obtain valid CDCES (Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist) certification within 2 yrs.
Preferred Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Work in a typical office, hospital, and village clinic setting.
Comprehensive knowledge of PC computers.
Ability to operate diabetes care medical equipment such as glucometer, ht./weight scale, etc.
Requires travel to villages via small plane/sub-arctic conditions, moderate lifting of equipment, occasional long working hours.
Strong knowledge base in the field of diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and public health.
Cross cultural communication skills essential.
Bi-lingual (Yup’ik/English) preferred.

Benefits Include:

Generous PTO – starting at 4.5 weeks per year, accrued over time
Eleven paid holidays
Comprehensive healthcare coverage
Life and Disability Insurance
Flexible Spending Account
Retirement plans
Employee Wellness Center
Plus More!

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