Diabetes Educator Nurse

Looking for your next adventure? We are seeking a Nurse Diabetes Educator to work in the Pilbara. This exciting role provides outreach diabetes services under the funded Integrated Chronic Disease Care (ICDC) program. Based in the coastal town of Karratha, you will also be travelling regularly with a multi-disciplinary allied health team including a dietitian, podiatrist, care coordinator and physiotherapist to explore the remote inland communities of the beautiful Pilbara region.

About us:

• One of the most progressive groups of health care providers and practices in Western Australia. As an early visionary in integrated health services, we believe our regional locations shouldn’t compromise our patient’s access to the best quality care.
• Our team comprises of more than seventy people across four sites which all offer both enviable lifestyles and clinical diversity. We are a values-driven, innovative regional medical group, who strive to exceed what’s considered market leading in patient experience and offer unique workplaces supported by teams who care. We believe health and wellness is a collaboration between patients and their providers and we seek to partner with compassion for a better overall experience
• From the turquoise coastline of Karratha to the desert landscapes of our inland communities, the Pilbara is known for our ancient landscapes and rich cultural heritage
• Karratha is an incredible place to call home and just a short 2 hour flight from Perth
• On the weekends, swim and fish in crystal-clear waters, jump on a boat to camp overnight on the islands or take a short drive inland to explore the famous Karijini National Park
• Despite our remote location, we have plenty of facilities, multiple shops, great schools and a vibrant young community who will make you feel welcome

• In this role you will also be supporting the GPs within our Karratha based clinic “Pilbara Health Centre”
• As part of our practice nursing team you will work with GPs and Allied Health professionals to provide care to a variety of patients
• You will be a key member of staff in our treatment room providing a variety of services including wound care, immunisations, injections, infusions, chronic disease management, surgical assistance to GP during procedures, INR monitoring, sterilisation, ECGs, Spirometry, ABIs and more
• In this nursing role, you will be expected to work autonomously, and also as a member of the wider practice.

• Registered Nurse with current APHRA registration
• Post-grad qualification in diabetes education – does NOT need to be credentialed by ADEA
• A sense of adventure and passion for providing healthcare access to remote communities
• Ability to work independently and demonstrate initiative, enthusiasm and flexibility towards the challenges of outreach healthcare
• An outgoing personality who loves to travel and enjoys working closely within a team of likeminded allied health professionals
• A demonstrated understanding of the challenges and barriers that impact upon the health outcomes of Aboriginal people