This position is responsible for leading the diabetes education program within the Division of Endocrinology and Diabetes. This position oversees the building, implementation and maintenance of a self-sustaining diabetes education program both internally and externally, within PCMG and throughout the community This position receives supervision of work activities from a Manager or Director. This position supervises nursing and other professional support staff.

1. Diabetes Program Management
   • Collaborates with the Diabetes personnel and participates in Diabetes events for the community and the medical center.
   • Coordinates ancillary services to ensure a comprehensive multidisciplinary approach to Diabetes care.
   • Coordinates and/or participates in multidisciplinary patient/family conferences and discharge planning with the case manager, physician staff and care team.
   • Develops and assists in the instruction of Diabetes educational programs for nurses, physicians.
   • Develops and recommends to division management ideas and information which will enhance, improve and update the Diabetes program.
   • Maintains ADA accreditation on a yearly basis to maintain ADA status. Keeps quality informed of all quality activities related to the Diabetes program.
2. Diabetes Education Supervision
   • Oversees scheduling and staffing responsibilities for a team of diabetes educators.
   • Coordinates training and education sessions for patients/families, staff and industry professionals.
   • Acts as a liaison between the diabetes education team and various departments within the hospital, to increase exposure and advancement for the program.
   • Oversees and supports Endocrine volunteers to assist with special projects.
   • Provides administrative support for the diabetes education program.
   • Evaluates and modifies current standards of care, education materials and practice documents on a regular basis.
   • Collaborates with the CARE Program/Program Coordinator to bridge efforts and services between the two programs.
   • Provides diabetes education to patients and families, when applicable.
3. Performs miscellaneous job related duties as requested.

Mission

To advance hope, healing and the best healthcare for children and their families

Vision

Phoenix Children's will be the leading pediatric health system in the Southwest, nationally recognized for exceptional care, innovative research and advanced medical education.

We realize this vision by:

• Offering the most comprehensive care across ages, communities and specialties
• Investing in innovative research, including emerging treatments, tools and technologies
• Advancing education and training to shape the next generation of clinical leaders
• Advocating for the health and well-being of children and families

Values

• We place children and families at the center of all we do
• We deliver exceptional care, every day and in every way
• We collaborate with colleagues, partners and communities to amplify our impact
• We set the standards of pediatric healthcare today, and innovate for the future
• We are accountable for making the highest quality care accessible and affordable