Diabetes Education Program Quality Coordinator
Boulder Community Health, Boulder, CO 80303
$34.78- $52.17an hour - Full-Time Days, 40 hours per week
Boulder Community Health is seeking a Diabetes Education Program Quality Coodinator who is responsible for operating and maintaining the Association of Diabetes Care and Education Specialists (ADCES) accredited program for Boulder Community Health (BCH). In collaboration with the Director of Integrated Clinical Services, the Coordinator oversees standards and quality guidelines of the program, supervises diabetes educators and staff, consults with BCH providers, and participates in quality improvement initiatives. The Program Quality Coordinator may also occupy the position of diabetes educator.
Benefits:
•Health insurance, including a FREE employee only option
•Dental and Vision insurance
•BCH paid Life Insurance; Spouse and Dependent Life Insurance plans
•Short-term and Long-term disability coverage
•Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
•Retirement plan with BCH matching contributions, and discretionary lump sum contribution
•Paid Time Off
•Education assistance program
•Voluntary Wellness programs, to include biometrics, wellness team challenges, and much more
•Staff Support Initiatives such as Sound Baths, Meditation, Massages, and Reiki
•Free one-on-one retirement planning sessions
•Employee Assistance Program offering 8 free, confidential counseling sessions for you and your family
Qualifications
•Master of Science in nursing or nutrition preferred.
•Colorado RN (Registered Nurse) license in good standing or RD (Registered Dietitian) under the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR)
•Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (CDCES) required for RDN or obtain within two years of hire for RN
•Active member of ADCES
•3+ years of clinical experience in ambulatory and/or inpatient care setting (i.e. primary care clinic, urgent care, case management, home health care, hospital, skilled nursing facility, or equivalent) required.
•3+ years of experience in an accredited diabetes education program required.
•1+ years of experience with diabetes-related medical devices preferred
•1+ years of supervisory experience preferred
Responsibilities
•Coordinates, supervises and is accountable for the daily activities of the ADCES accredited diabetes education program.
•Sets priorities for the team to ensure completion of tasks related to the diabetes education program.
•Impact of work is most often at team level.
•Owns output at task level: manages referrals, schedules and meets with patients, plans and leads group classes, documents in medical record, collects program data for required reporting and quality projects.
•Identifies and resolves operation problems using defined processes, expertise and judgment.
•Communicates clearly and effectively with physician, nursing staff, and patients regarding diabetes management.
•Organizes and prioritizes workload to most effectively accomplish goals.
•Facilitates behavior change by counseling patients / support person on informed lifestyle decisions and incorporating healthier choices in their diabetes self-management.
•Provides education and training on interventions that may prevent the development of diabetes.
•Motivates the patient to be more independent in decisions about treatment.
•Follows up with patients for ongoing behavior-change support.
•Consults with patients’ providers regarding medication and treatment changes
•Provides education to staff regarding diabetes disease process and treatments.
•Precepts dietetic interns, pharmacists, and nurses in their clinical experience
•Networks with colleagues and industry representatives
•Monitors program for compliance with ADCES accreditation. Maintains required records for program reporting: statistics, performance measures, program impact documentation and patient satisfaction.
•Submits re-accreditation application in a timely manner. Tracks submission through to final decision.
•Develops plans to meet short-term objectives
•Completes annual minimum of 15 hours of continuing education related to diabetes care and/or professional certification (program management, education, chronic disease care, and behavior changes).
•Decisions are guided by accrediting body, policies, procedures and business plan
•Product, service or process decisions are most likely to impact individual employees and/or customers (internal or external)
About Boulder Community Health
Boulder Community Health (BCH) is a not-for-profit healthcare organization based in Boulder, Colorado, serving the Boulder County community. Our flagship facility, Boulder Community Hospital, along with several other locations, provides comprehensive care, including acute care, emergency services, psychiatric care, and outpatient services. BCH offers a wide range of specialties, including cardiology, oncology, orthopedics, maternity, and mental health care, with a strong emphasis on patient-centered, high-quality care.
We are dedicated to improving community health through advanced medical technology, evidence-based practices, wellness programs, and community outreach initiatives. BCH maintains strong partnerships with local physicians and supports public health efforts to promote healthy lifestyles and address health disparities.
As a Certified Level II Trauma Center, Boulder Community Hospital provides expert emergency care for serious and complex injuries while delivering comprehensive services across the full continuum of care.
EOE/Affirmative Action/Drug-free workplace.
BCH will never conduct interviews or ask for employment documents via text.
This position is an internal opening and will close in 3days. Applications will be accepted until the closing date.