- Yorke and Northern Local Health Network, Community Health, Port Pirie
- Salary - RN/M2C - $90,913 to $114,917 p.a. + super + leave loading + salary sacrifice benefits
- Employment Full time - Temporary Contract (up to 13 September 2027)
- Eligibility Open to Everyone
Take Your Nursing Career to the Next Level – Join Us as a Clinical Nurse – Diabetes Educator!
Are you passionate about empowering individuals to manage their diabetes and improve their quality of life? Do you have the expertise to lead, guide, and educate in a clinical setting? We are looking for a skilled and compassionate Clinical Nurse – Diabetes Educator to join our team and make a significant impact in the lives of our patients.
About the Role
As a Clinical Nurse – Diabetes Educator, you will play a pivotal role in delivering person-centred care, supporting patients and clients with diabetes to manage their condition effectively. You will work in a multi-disciplinary setting, using your advanced clinical skills to assess, educate, and implement tailored care plans that promote optimal health outcomes. Your ability to oversee the nursing care team, mentor less experienced staff, and guide the development of diabetes education programs will be vital in enhancing patient care.
In this role, you will:
- Provide high-quality, clinical care and individual case management to patients with diabetes
- Develop and implement patient care plans to ensure effective management of diabetes
- Work closely with patients, their families, and the multidisciplinary team to achieve positive health outcomes
- Mentor and support less experienced nurses, fostering professional development within the team
- Lead diabetes education programs and contribute to the ongoing development of clinical services
This is an exciting opportunity for a dedicated nurse to develop their career further. You will enjoy a collaborative work environment where your expertise and leadership will be valued. Whether you are an experienced Diabetes Educator or have a passion for developing your skills in this area, we provide a supportive setting that encourages professional growth.
Essential Criteria
- Registered as a Nurse/Midwife with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia.
- Holds a current practicing certificate with at least 3 years of post-registration experience.
- Completed or currently undertaking a Diabetes Educators Course (or a willingness to undertake).
- Demonstrated competence in diabetes care and leadership of nursing teams.
Please refer to the Role Description provided below for more detailed information.
About Us
Yorke and Northern Local Health Network (YNLHN) is committed to an inclusive and diverse workplace and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally diverse backgrounds, LGBTIQA+SB communities, and people living with disability and/or neurodivergence. We support workplace adjustments and welcome you to share any access or support needs during recruitment and employment. Flexible working arrangements, including part-time options, may be available and can be discussed for this role.
A career in YNLHN offers diverse opportunities, strong career development, and the chance to live and work across a unique landscape including farming regions, coastline, vineyards, and the Southern Flinders Ranges. View the video below to learn more about working with us
Work with us - Yorke and Northern LHN
Ready to Apply?
If you’re ready to take the next step in your career, make a difference in diabetes care, and join a team that values your expertise, we want to hear from you! Apply now to become our next Clinical Nurse – Diabetes Educator and help us improve the health and wellbeing of those living with diabetes.
Things You Need to Know
In addition to the annual salary and entitlements (superannuation & leave loading), we also offer salary sacrifice benefits, watch a short video about what salary packaging is click here. For information about the eligibility for the Relocation Support working for SA Health can be found here.
SA Health Services are required to implement the Addressing vaccine preventable disease: Occupational assessment, screening and vaccination policy in the workplace.
Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check and appropriate immunisation requirements:
- DHS Working With Children Check (WWCC)
- DHS National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) Worker Check
- National Police Certificate (NPC) for employment involving unsupervised contact with vulnerable groups required for this position (E.g. aged care employment or work involving vulnerable clients)
- Immunisation Risk for this position is - Category A
Got Questions? Contact
Teresa Dunbar
Y&N ACAT Coordinator
Phone: 08 8638 4724
E-mail: Teresa.Dunbar@sa.gov.au
Application Closing Date
10 July 2026 - 11.55PM
Refer to the SA Health Career Website - How to apply for further information. Job ref: 941858
Attachments
941858 Clinical Diabetes Educator Role Description.pdf
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