Credentialled Diabetes Nurse Educator

Job Description

Competitive salary including salary packaging Fixed Term Part Time position (0.4 EFT) until 30th of June 2025 Who are we? healthAbility, as the name suggests, plays a unique and valuable role in the health system. We work to address the root causes of vulnerability, prevent disease and promote lifelong health outcomes, empowering people in our community to live their best life. Our role is also supporting people to self-manage long-term health conditions, such as diabetes and mental health challenges, with multidisciplinary teams delivering community-based programs in a comfortable setting. We also support people, including older people and people with disability, to stay living at home longer and to live well in their community. Our broad range of primary health services, care management and in-home and community support services can be tailored to an individual’s needs and with major hubs in Box Hill and Eltham, these services can be delivered locally, in the Eastern and North Eastern suburbs of Melbourne. Why work with us? Although our clients are at the heart of what we do and we strive to positively impact our communities and those who need it most, the wellbeing of our employees is just as important. When joining healthAbility’s supportive, kind, caring and ethical culture, you are welcomed by multi-disciplinary teams passionate about the health and wellbeing of clients and communities, from prevention through to specialist care, and passionate about continually learning and building on their areas of expertise. We embrace this passion and are values driven, offering careers with meaning and environments that are flexible, evolving, creative and connected. healthAbility is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We promote a workplace that actively seeks to include, welcome and value unique contributions of all people. This means we encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, people with disabilities, LGBTIQ+ and from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply for this job, with age being no barrier. Job Description The Opportunity We are seeking a dynamic and passionate Credentialed Diabetes Educator (CDE) or working towards credentialing to join our supportive multidisciplinary team on a short-term contract - part-time. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Deliver individualized diabetes education and management plans tailored to clients’ needs, goals, and preferences. Provide education on diabetes self-management, including blood glucose monitoring, insulin administration, nutrition, physical activity, and the use of diabetes technology. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, including General Practitioners, Dietitians, Exercise Physiologists, Mental Health Clinicians, and other allied health professionals. Work across different ages and irrespective of gender, race, religion or political persuasion. Work independently and as a member of multi and interdisciplinary teams. Develop an effective, client-centred therapeutic relationship with clients/families/carers, by listening effectively, sharing information, and understanding client and other partner’s needs. Liaise and collaborate with external partners to improve service provision. Maintain accurate clinical documentation and contribute to continuous quality improvement activities. Desired Skills and Experience Registered nurse or allied health professional with a post-graduate qualification in Diabetes Education. Current Credentialed Diabetes Educator (CDE) status with ADEA or working towards credentialing. Possess knowledge of current and evidence-based Diabetes Education practices and relevant clinical practice guidelines. Experience in diabetes education and management across diverse client populations. Experience in developing, implementing and evaluating individual and group programs. An understanding of Diabetes chronic disease management models to promote self-management. Understanding of current diabetes technology and ability to support clients in its use. Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills to engage with clients, families, and stakeholders. Client-centred approach, with a commitment to empowering individuals to take control of their health. Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team. Proficiency in using electronic health records and digital tools. Please apply here by submitting a cover letter addressing the key selection criteria with your CV. Thank you for your time and interest. Please note, only shortlisted applicants will be contacted directly. Any enquiries can be made to Marly Ranasinghe – Team Lead, Complex and Integrated Care at Employment with healthAbility is conditional upon being fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or medically exempt and providing satisfactory evidence of the same. #J-18808-Ljbffr