At a Glance
- Tasks: Empower individuals with diabetes through education and personalised care in community settings.
- Company: Join the friendly and supportive team at West Gippsland Healthcare Group.
- Benefits: Enjoy flexible hours, salary packaging, free parking, and access to employee assistance programs.
- Other info: Inclusive workplace encouraging diverse applicants and offering excellent career growth.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in people's lives while working in a rewarding healthcare role.
- Qualifications: Registered Nurse with AHPRA and experience as a Diabetes Educator.
The predicted salary is between 59400 - 72600 $ per year.
Community-based role with a focus on person-centred care. Are you passionate about empowering people to live well with diabetes? We are seeking an experienced and motivated Clinical Nurse Consultant - Diabetes Educator to join our Community Health team. In this rewarding role, you will work as an independent practitioner with overall responsibility for the delivery of individualised diabetes care within the community. You will provide expert education, support and clinical guidance to clients, health professionals and the broader community, helping people achieve better health outcomes through evidence-based diabetes management.
About the Role
- Deliver high-quality, individualised diabetes education and clinical care within community settings.
- Provide education and resources to clients, carers, health professionals and community groups.
- Support self-management and promote positive health outcomes for people living with diabetes.
- Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team while practising autonomously.
- Contribute to service development, quality improvement and clinical excellence.
Our preferred candidate will have:
- Current registration as a Registered Nurse with AHPRA.
- Tertiary qualification in Diabetes Education.
- Demonstrated experience working as a Diabetes Educator.
The following experience/qualifications would be considered advantageous:
- Credentialed Diabetes Educator or actively working towards ADEA credentialing.
- Experience in clinical teaching and staff education.
- Experience using Flash Glucose Monitoring (FGM) and Continuous Glucose Monitoring (CGM) systems.
- Experience with insulin titration.
- Sound computer skills across a range of software applications.
- Current Driver's Licence.
IMPORTANT: Some roles in the healthcare sector are required to be vaccinated annually for Influenza (unless a valid exemption applies). Evidence of vaccination (or exemption) will be required to be provided prior to commencement.
About our organisation
We are well aware our hospital is aging but our most precious commodity isn’t a building, it’s the quality of care that’s delivered at the bedside by our incredible staff. You won’t find a more friendly, and welcoming team than the West Gippsland Healthcare Group! We care for our community because we are the community!
West Gippsland Healthcare Group staff benefits include:
- Flexible working arrangements
- Access to employee assistance program
- Salary packaging
- Free Parking
Working with us
All appointments with the West Gippsland Healthcare Group are subject to the satisfactory return of professional reference checks, a NDIS worker screening clearance and a current Employee Working with Children Check. All employees must hold current entitlement to work within Australia. A six month probationary period applies to all new appointments. As an inclusive employer, committed to improving diversity and equity in our workforce, we encourage applications from all parts of our community, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, LGBTI people, and people with lived experience of disability. As a Child Safe organisation, West Gippsland Healthcare Group promotes the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of all children, including those with disability.
Diabetes Educator employer: West Gippsland Healthcare Group
West Gippsland Healthcare Group is an exceptional employer that prioritises employee development and fosters a collaborative work culture. With flexible working arrangements and a commitment to improving patient care through innovative ICT solutions, you will have the opportunity to lead a dedicated team while making a meaningful impact in the community.
Contact Details:
West Gippsland Healthcare Group Recruitment Team
