For you, the passion and dedication with which you serve defines who you are, not just what you do. It is the force that drives you to provide care, and the same passion with which our people live their lives, and in turn, share their culture
Position Summary: Responsible for planning, coordinating and providing diabetes-related health promotion activities in the YK Delta Region. Provides comprehensive diabetes education and care for patients with Type 1 DM, Type 2 DM, Gestational DM, IFG, Pre-Diabetes, etc in a clinic setting. Patients and activities are accessed through multiple village trips per month. Work closely with village clinic and hospital staff to promote diabetes standards of care and inform of new advances in diabetes care. Assists Diabetes Coordinator with maintenance of the Diabetes Registry. Works closely with the Diabetes Case Manager to ensure comprehensive care of the patients. Participate in all program outreach activities such as the Diabetes Support Group, radio show, media campaigns, and special events. Participate in department planning and goal setting to achieve excellence in patient care and partnership with our tribal leaders. Believe in and promote Napartet and all corporate endeavors.
Minimum Education: A degree in nursing, pharmacy, or nutrition. Preferred Masters Degree in health or education related field.
Minimum Experience: Two (2) years experience in a clinical health setting. Demonstrate experience collaborating with a variety of disciplines for project completion.
License, Certification, Registration: Registered Nurse, Registered/Licensed Dietitian, or Registered Pharmacist. In addition to one of these registrations or licensures, preferred certification as a Certified Diabetes Educator (CDE) or eligibility to sit for CDE exam.
Equipment/Tools: Work in a typical office, hospital, and village clinic setting. Comprehensive knowledge of PC computers. Ability to operate technology such as digital projector and digital camera. 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.
Specialized Knowledge and Skills: Strong knowledge base in the field of diabetes and public health. Cross cultural communication skills essential. Bi-lingual (Yup’ik/English) preferred.
Benefits Include:
- Generous PTO – beginning at 4.5 weeks
- Ten paid holidays
- Comprehensive healthcare coverage
- Life and Disability Insurance
- Flexible Spending Account
- Retirement plans
- Torte Claim
- Loan Repayment
- Employee Wellness Center
YKHC exercises Federal Law (PL 93-638), which allows American Indian/Alaska Native preference in hiring for all positions. Working Together to Achieve Excellent Health
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Call us at 1-800-478-8905
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