Job Title: Registered Nurse - Diabetes Case Manager and Educator Location: Juneau, Alaska Pay Range - $87,000 to $100,000 Yearly Shift Details: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Job Summary: Maintains a comprehensive diabetes education program for patients and clinical staff. Supports patient self-management and chronic care goals to reduce long-term healthcare costs. Collaborates with providers, physical therapists, mental health practitioners, and health educators. Key Essential Functions & Accountabilities: Patient Education & Case Management: Provide education and case management to patients with: Diabetes (Type 1 and Type 2) Prediabetes Gestational diabetes Maintain diabetes registries for all patient categories. Ensure patients receive recommended annual exams, labs, immunizations, and education per IHS Standards of Care for Adults with Type 2 Diabetes. Facilitate implementation and training on IHS Standards of Care for medical providers, dietitians, nurses, and other staff. Program & Quality Oversight: Coordinate primary and secondary prevention goals with the SEARHC Consortium Diabetes team. Manage and track completion of the annual IHS Diabetes Audit. Use audit data and RPMS tools to monitor and improve patient care quality. Support and model the SEARHC Seven Standards of Excellence. Communication & Support: Respond to inquiries from nursing staff, providers, visitors, and patients. Relay messages and provide assistance in a professional and cooperative manner. Education, Certifications & Licenses: Current, valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in Alaska. Certified Diabetes Educator (CDE) or eligible to apply within 2 years. Clinical Competency required within 3 months of hire and every three years. Experience Required: 3 years of general nursing or dietetic experience preferred. 1 year of experience in diabetes care and management preferred. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Knowledge of: Diabetes case management principles and procedures. Health promotion and patient education techniques. Cultural customs of Alaska Native populations. Skills in: Performing responsible diabetic care procedures with professional knowledge. Tactful and sensitive patient interactions in stressful situations (catastrophic illness, dying, or death). Oral and written communication. Teaching and patient education. Organization and prioritization. Computer and EMR use. Ability to: Work independently and prioritize tasks effectively. Lead group education programs. Engage patients in self-management activities and provide positive feedback. Coordinate multiple tasks while handling frequent interruptions. Appreciate and respect cultural differences in healthcare delivery. Physical Demands: Frequent talking, hearing, standing, walking, sitting, and hand/arm use. Occasional climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling. Must lift and/or move up to 50 lbs. Required Certifications: Certified Diabetes Educator (CDE) - National Certification Board for Diabetes Educators Clinical Competency Assessment - SEARHC Registered Nurse License - State of Alaska For more details reach at About Navitas Healthcare, LLC: It is a certified WBENC and one of the fastest-growing healthcare staffing firms in the US providing Medical, Clinical and Non-Clinical services to numerous hospitals. We offer the most competitive pay for every position we cater. We understand this is a partnership. You will not be blindsided and your salary will be discussed upfront.
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Registered Nurse - Diabetes Case Manager and Educator