Summary of the Job:
Provides administrative leadership for the Diabetes Services provided across the continuum of care from Inpatient to outpatient. The Director supports the daily operations of these services along with the management of a team clinicians and dieticians. The Director serves as a role model for customer service and quality, with a focus on best practice and innovation. He/she is accountable for the delivery of competent, compassionate, and efficient care.

STHS is accredited through The Joint Commission's Advanced Inpatient Diabetes Certification. 

Physical Demands:
Must possess good physical health.  Some requirements include but are not limited to standing, sitting or walking for long periods of time.  Lifting at least 20 pounds is required.  Must be able to work with a moderate level of noise.
Physical Effort required:        
Constant (67%-100%) – seeing
Frequently (34%-66%) - lifting, carrying, pushing/pulling, reaching, handling/feeling, talking, hearing
Occasionally (1%-33%) - climbing (stairs, ladders, etc.), stooping, crouching

Minimum (Required) Qualifications: 

Five years clinical experience in the field of diabetes education, plus two years of progressive management experience. Current LA RN Licensure and BLS certification required. BLS certification must be through any International Liaison committee on Resuscitation (ILCOR) provided courses such as but not limited to: Ochsner Health System, American Heart Association, and American Red Cross.  The ILCOR course must include a manikin check off. Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (CDCES) required.
 
Preferred Qualifications:

BSN, Nursing Masters, or related field preferred. RN-BC preferred. Certification as a Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (CDCES) highly recommended or eligible to take certification. Preferred experience for this position includes the 2 years of management experience in leading an American Diabetes Association (ADA) recognized/Association of Diabetes Care and Education Specialists (ADCES) approved diabetes education program.