Valerie Chaube
About Valerie Chaube
Valerie Chaube is a Senior Nutrition Manager at Option Care, where she has worked since 2016, following a nine-year tenure as a Nutrition Support Dietitian. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Animal Science and a Post-Baccalaureate Graduate degree in Nutrition from Oregon State University, and she has significantly contributed to operational efficiencies and strategic initiatives in clinical nutrition.
Work at Option Care Health
Valerie Chaube has been serving as the Senior Nutrition Manager at Option Care since 2016, contributing to the Greater Seattle Area for over eight years. Prior to this role, she held the position of Nutrition Manager from 2010 to 2016, and worked as a Nutrition Support Dietitian from 2001 to 2010. Throughout her tenure, she has played a significant role in enhancing operational efficiency and achieving key performance indicators at the organization.
Education and Expertise
Valerie Chaube earned a Bachelor of Science in Animal Science from Oregon State University. She also completed a Post-Baccalaureate Graduate program in Nutrition at the same institution. Additionally, she completed a Dietetic Internship at Southern University and A&M College in Baton Rouge. Her educational background supports her expertise in clinical nutrition and dietetics.
Background
Valerie Chaube has extensive experience in the field of nutrition, particularly in clinical settings. Her career at Option Care spans nearly two decades, during which she has held various positions that have allowed her to develop a deep understanding of nutrition support and management. Her work has focused on improving patient outcomes and operational processes within the organization.
Achievements
Valerie Chaube has introduced processes and strategies that led the Center of Excellence to exceed goals across all metrics. She successfully consolidated ten separate offices into the Northwest Nutrition Center of Excellence, significantly enhancing operational efficiency. Chaube has also achieved a $40 supply cost per patient and 98% McKesson utilization, surpassing all key performance indicators. Her contributions as a subject matter expert for the National Enteral Center of Excellence project have further advanced national efficiency and cost improvements.
Professional Involvement
Valerie Chaube actively participates in professional organizations, serving as a member of both the Clinical Advisory Council and Dietitians Advisory Council. Her involvement in these councils allows her to influence strategic decisions in clinical nutrition, ensuring that best practices are implemented across the organization. She has also presented at the ASPEN conference on various topics related to nutrition support.