“It’s more than Nursing” Experience Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander culture with Torres and Cape HHS!

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✈️ Permanent Position | Based in Cairns | Outreach to Southern Cape York Communities

Are you passionate about improving diabetes outcomes and empowering people to take control of their health? We are seeking a committed and highly skilled Clinical Nurse Consultant – Diabetes Educator to join our team in a permanent role based in beautiful Cairns, with regular outreach to southern Cape York communities.

🤝 About the role

This role will see you working collaboratively with the Director of Nursing of the Southern Primary Health Care Centre's in the development, delivery, and management of clinical services in remote TCHHS communities. You will provide advanced clinical expertise in diabetes management, education, prevention, health promotion, and care planning. The role includes leading quality improvement initiatives, contributing to service development, and working collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams and external stakeholders to improve health outcomes and reduce preventable hospital admissions.

Ready for a meaningful role that starts with a yarn? Andrea Mann, 0412 880 621 would love to hear your story and answer any questions you may have about the role.

🏥 You will:

• Deliver advanced diabetes assessment, education, and management
• Work closely with local health teams, GPs, and community health workers
• Support culturally appropriate, patient-centred diabetes care
• Facilitate prevention, early intervention, and chronic disease management strategies
• Build capacity within local teams through mentoring and clinical guidance

🌿 Why this role matters

Diabetes has a significant impact in Far North Queensland, particularly in remote Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities. Your expertise will play a key role in:

• Reducing preventable complications
• Strengthening local clinical capability
• Supporting healthier futures for individuals, families, and communities
• This role provides a unique blend of professional challenge, cultural connection, and real impact.

🧡 Why you'll love working here

• Cairns lifestyle – tropical living, reef and rainforest, vibrant community
• Meaningful outreach – travel to southern Cape York communities, building strong relationships and delivering care where it's needed most
• A collaborative environment – supportive team, ongoing training, and career development
• The opportunity to lead innovative approaches to diabetes management in remote settings

🧳 What you'll bring

• Registered Nurse with APHRA, with advanced practice skills
• Experience working in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health (or a strong commitment to learning)
• Excellent communication, cultural capability, and team collaboration
• Willingness to travel regularly for outreach

🌴 What's on offer

• Permanent full-time position
• Base salary comprising between $132,562.00 - $143,924.00 per annum – you may be eligible for additional benefits – refer to Workplace benefits | Torres and Cape Hospital and Health Service
• Competitive salary packaging: Generous employer superannuation contribution of 12.75% and salary packaging options Salary and benefits | Careers (health.qld.gov.au)
• Generous leave entitlements including 17.5% loading on annual leave
• Opportunities for professional development and specialty growth

Imagine yourself here? Find out about Torres and Cape HHS and the Torres Strait and Cooktown and Cape York regions on the Tropical North Queensland website. Follow us - Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn

How do I apply? Applications should be submitted ONLINE via the Smart Jobs and Careers website.

Please no unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies

Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

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Documents

Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.

• TC670711_Job Description (PDF)
  
  2 Map Info (PDF)
  
  3 RANIP Recruitment Flyer 2023 (PDF)
  
  4 TCHHS Nursing & Midwifery Booklet (PDF)