Endocrinology, Diabetes APP | Rural Alaska Outreach + 4.5 Weeks PTO

Position Summary

This is a grant funded position. The Diabetes Program APP is primarily responsible for:

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• Providing medical management, care, and education for persons diagnosed with diabetes and related chronic conditions, as well as prevention and wellness
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• Assisting with ongoing program planning, development, and implementation of diabetes-related chronic disease prevention and treatment projects
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• Conducting regular trips to village clinics to provide patient care
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• Collaborating with YKDRH and Sub-regional clinic providers to ensure patients are receiving care according to American Diabetes Associations Standards of Care
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• Providing technical assistance and training to medical staff on diabetes issues and current standards of care
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• Assisting with diabetes-related health promotion projects
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• Visiting tribal councils and functioning as a Diabetes Team Member
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• Believing in and promoting Napartet and all corporate endeavors
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Position Qualifications

Education

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• Masters Degree in the Science of Nursing
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• Preferred Masters Degree in Public Health (MPH)
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Experience

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• Two (2) years experience in family practice, chronic disease management, or related clinical setting
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• Preferred experience working in public health programming
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• Experience providing patient care and/or teaching in a cross-cultural setting
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• Experience working with database and case management
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• Experience collaborating with a variety of disciplines for project completion
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Licensure / Certification

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• National certification, licensed and in good standing or eligible for licensure in the State of Alaska
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• Must be eligible for a DEA number and eligible for credentialing at YK Delta Regional Hospital in Bethel
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• Preferred Certified Diabetes Educator (CDE) or Board Certified in Advanced Diabetes Management (BC-ADM)
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Skills / Knowledge

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• Strong knowledge base in the field of diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and public health
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• Computer skills and organizational skills
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• Preferred bi-lingual (Yupik / English)
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Work Style / Abilities

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• Ability to work in a group setting
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• Ability to work in remote villages
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• Ability to work with people of different cultures/backgrounds
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• Ability to be flexible and handle stress
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Work Environment & Travel Requirements

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• Work in typical office, hospital, and field clinic settings
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• Travel to villages via small plane/sub-arctic conditions
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• Moderate lifting of equipment
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• Occasional long working hours and overnight stays in village clinics up to a few days are required
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Benefits

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