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Clinical Nurse - Diabetes
Ipswich
Our Health Service is expanding and so is our Diabetes Service! • The Diabetes Service, Division of Medicine operates Monday to Friday within the hours of 0730 to 1600hrs.
• Multiple position available – Permanent Full-time & Part-time
• Multiple Temporary Full-time and Part-time opportunity for up to 4 months
Job details
| Position status | Permanent,Temporary |
|---|---|
| Position type | Flexible-full-time,Flexible-part-time |
| Occupational group | Health - Nursing |
| Classification | Nurse Grade 6 (1) |
| Workplace Location | Brisbane - West,Ipswich region |
| Job ad reference | QLD/WM633052_04 |
| Closing date | 15-May-2025 |
| Job duration | 4 months Fixed Term Temporary |
| Contact person | Patricia Roderick |
| Contact details | 07 3817 2411 Access the National Relay Service |
About the role
The Diabetes Service delivers nurse led diabetes education clinics and contributes to a broader diabetes multidisciplinary medical and allied health team to provide expert, quality, accountable care and education in diabetes to patients across the care continuum and in accordance with prescribed professional and ethical standards and evidence-based practice. The Clinical Nurse, Diabetes Service may work across all areas of patient service provision including outpatient and inpatient education services for people living with type 1, type 2, Gestational and Diabetes in Pregnancy including the utilisation and interpretation of diabetes technology ( CSII, CGMS).
Applicants must hold a Post Graduate Qualification in Diabetes Education and Management, and credentialing through Australian Diabetes Educators Association (or working towards credentialling).
About you
Our ideal candidate will be someone who can demonstrate the following:
- Demonstrated advanced clinical knowledge in patient assessment, education, and management for patients (adults & children) living with diabetes, contemporary insulin systems (MDI and CSII) and skills in flash and CGMS initiation and data interpretation delivering expert nursing care in complex situations while providing support and direction to other team members.
- Additional consideration will be given to applicants who can demonstrate experience in providing evidence-based self-management education and care activities for children and young people and their families diagnosed with diabetes (of any type including any insulin requirement).
- Demonstrated ability to build and maintain strong relationships and a positive environment within a multidisciplinary team, actively contributing to the learning and development of others to a high standard.
- Demonstrates a strong team commitment through ability to provide clinical education and support at an advanced level.
- Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with members of the healthcare team, patients, relatives and visitors and maintain a positive workplace culture through well developed consultation, liaison, negotiation and conflict resolution skills.
- Ability to prioritise clinical and related administrative duties, including effective and efficient planning and organisation of complex caseloads with proven ability to use information and reporting systems appropriate to the position.
- Pro-actively manages own continuous learning and development.
Mandatory Requirements:
- Vaccinated against, and remain vaccinated against, certain vaccine preventable diseases (VPD) as outlined in the Health Employment Directive NO. 01/16
About West Moreton Health
West Moreton Health is one of the most rapidly evolving health services in the south east corner, with a community growth expected to almost double to more than 588,000 by 2036. Our vision is for a robust hospital and health service that includes fit-for-purpose spaces, interconnected buildings, multi-disciplinary health services, research, education and community partnerships.
To read more on how West Moreton Health are committed to transforming and optimising our care, to meet the health care needs of our growing and diverse community – Follow this link
Benefits
- 17.5% annual leave loading (Additional allowances/entitlements may apply)
- 12.75 % employer contribution to superannuation
- Professional development
- Salary sacrificing options
- Wellness programs
- Employee Assistance Service (EAS).
To apply
Further information regarding this role please download and read the attached Role Description and Information Packages. You will need to submit your Cover Letter, CV or Resume including the names and contact details of two referees and a short response (maximum 1-2 pages) on how your experience, abilities, knowledge and personal qualities are relevant to the role.
Applications to remain current for a period of 12 months and may be used to fill a similar vacancy.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply for all West Moreton Health vacancies.
Further information
We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.
Documents
Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.
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WM633052_04 Clinical Nurse - Diabetes (PDF, 218KB)
Role Description
WMH Leadership Standards (PDF, 241KB)
Information Package for Applicants
Joining the West Moreton Health Community (PDF, 301KB)
Information Package for Applicants
WMH Nursing and Midwifery Professional Practice Model (PDF, 816KB)
Information Package for Applicants
