NETWORK DIABETES PROGRAM MANAGER
cook county healthChicago, IL
NETWORK DIABETES PROGRAM MANAGER
cook county healthChicago, IL
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Network Diabetes Program Manager
Job Number: 00139313
Organization: Health and Hospital Systems
Location: John Stroger Hospital
Shift:
8AM - 4PMThis position is exempt from Career Service under the CCH Personnel Rules.
Job Summary:
- Under the direction of the Division Chair, the Network Diabetes Program Manager plans and directs the operational, financial and personnel activities of the Network Diabetes Program.
- Duties include but are not limited to patient assessment, patient and clinical staff training, development of educational materials and department budget preparation assistance. Supervises staff of certified diabetes educators including nurses and dietitians. General Administrative Responsibilities
- Collective Bargaining
- DisciplineSupervisionManagementTypical Duties
- Supervises staff of certified diabetes educators including nurses, and dietitians.
Clinically assesses patients with diabetes including diet impact; identifies care plans taking into consideration age specific needs of patients. Assists in the development of the fiscal budget. Coordinates the planning of all County-wide Network Diabetes Program activities. Plans and develops nutrition education materials for patients. Trains and supervises staff including nurse, pharmacist, and other health promoters regarding nutrition management of patients.
Provides in-service training and orientation and participates in activities in conjunction with the ADA recognition programs
Adheres to American Diabetes Associate (ADA) standards of care in daily disposition of diabetes care, diabetes self-management and food and nutrition. Travels to CCH work sites throughout Cook County in the course of duties. Actively participates in the American Diabetes Association (ADA) programs. Performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree from an accredited College or University in Food and Nutrition, Public Health or related field from an accredited college or university is required. Two (2) years of management/organizational experience in a health care setting is required. Must be a Certified Diabetes Educator (CDE) is required. Must be a Registered Dietitian (LDN) in the State of Illinois is required. Must be a Registered Dietician by the Commission on Dietetic Registration is required.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Master's degree in Food and Nutrition, Public Health or Business from an accredited college or university
- Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other Characteristics
- Knowledge of diabetes care, diabetes self-management and food and nutrition
- Ability to teach and conduct in-service trainings
- Ability to assess impact of diet on diabetic patientsAbility to prepare education plans for diabetics
- Skill in applying current ADA standards in patient management
- Skilled in delivering information to patients and clinical staff
- Ability to plan and develop nutritional education materials for patientsAbility to travel to work sites throughout the CCHPhysical and Environmental Demands
This position is functioning within a healthcare environment. The incumbent is responsible for adherence to all hospital and department specific safety requirements.
Veteran Preference
When applying for employment with the Cook County Health & Hospitals System, preference is given to honorably discharged Veterans who have served in the Armed Forces of the United States for not less than 6 months of continuous service.
Benefits Package:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
- Basic Term Life Insurance
- Pension Plan
- Deferred Compensation Program
- Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick TimeYou may also qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF)100% Tuition Reimbursement for nursing-related programs
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Experience level
Senior
Location
Chicago, IL
Occupation
Dietitians and Nutritionists
Industry
Voluntary Health Organizations
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