WE’D LOVE TO HEAR FROM YOU

If you have previous experience as a Credentialled Diabetes Nurse Educator with a client- centred approach, and the ability to contribute positively in an interdisciplinary team environment we’d love to hear from you.
We’re reviewing applications as they are received, so if this sounds like the position for you, you have the skills and knowledge we’re looking for, an appetite to learn, and want to join an organisation where you can make a positive difference please apply without delay. More details of the role can be found in the position description, for further information please contact the person listed below.
To be eligible to apply for this position, you must have appropriate Australian working rights.
Please note: offers of employment are subject to satisfactory background checks, and the successful candidate will be required to undertake a police check and Working with Children Check prior to commencement in the position.

HOW THIS ROLE MAKES A DIFFERENCE

As a Diabetes Nurse Educator you will be responsible for conducting client individual and group education services and presenting at relevant health professional training programs.
You will become a valued member of our innovative Education Services team at the Institute. Through this key role, you can contribute to our vision to help people to live healthier for longer, and to stop heart disease and diabetes in their tracks.

In this role you will be expected to:

• Conduct individual and group clinical session and programs as rostered by the Director of Allied Health and Education Services in accordance with the relevant policies, procedures and lesson plans.
• Demonstrate effective communication skills with clients and the ability to develop and maintain rapport including individual consultations and group education sessions.
• Provide client centred education empowering clients to self-manage their condition.
• Ensure own knowledge and skills in diabetes education are of a high standard and in accordance with current clinical guidelines.
• Demonstrate commitment to the principles of quality improvement and participate in quality activities.
• Maintain accurate and timely records and data entry for internal and external reporting, including patient records, letters, appointments, services and weekly statistics.
• Supervise students and ensure practices are in accordance to professional standards and competencies