[Urgent] Clinical Nurse Diabetes Educator

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Work type: Permanent
Location: South Brisbane
Categories: Clinical Nursing/Midwifery

About the role

The Queensland Diabetes & Endocrine Centre (QDEC) has an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated Clinical Nurses/ Diabetes Educator to join the Diabetes & Endocrine team in a permanent part time 32 hours per week capacity.

QDEC provides comprehensive Ambulatory and inpatient care for young adults and adults with diabetes and endocrine conditions and is staffed by a multi-disciplinary team of Endocrinologists, Diabetes Nurse Educators, Dietitians, Psychologist and Podiatrists.

QDEC specialises in supporting patients with intensive self-management strategies and is recognised as one of the National Lead Centres for the Dose Adjustment for Normal Eating Program (DAFNE). QDEC also holds accreditation with the National Association of Diabetes Centres (NADC) and has an NADC accredited High Risk Foot Service.

- Providing contemporary, evidence-based diabetes education and self-management support for people livingwith diabetes & endocrine conditions and their families
- Participating in regular professional development and team meetings
- Managing relationships and liaising effectively with other members of the multi-disciplinary team in the delivery of optimal health care
- Contributing to planning and evaluation processes at the QDEC
- Contributing to the provision of diabetes education for Mater clinical staff to maintain currency and proficiency of knowledge of diabetes management
- Effectively managing/identifying risk, reporting patient complaints and implementing strategies to ensure that quality is integrated into service provision

About you

To be considered for this role, applicants must demonstrate:

- Current registration with AHPRA as a registered nurse
- Highly developed communication skills within professional, legal and ethical parameters
- Ability to work closely with other members of the multi-disciplinary team to optimise patient health outcomes
- Experience in intensive management strategies eg CGM/FGM, Insulin pump therapy, DAFNE highly valued
- Credentialled status with the Australian Diabetes Educators Association will also be highly regarded

Mater is Queensland’s largest not-for-profit healthcare provider, delivering exceptional care to nearly 700,000 patients each year across 11 (soon to be 12) hospitals. We’re leaders in healthcare , education , fundraising & philanthropy and research — and it’s our people who make the difference.

We’re looking for passionate individuals to join our team and help shape the future of care. At Mater, you’ll be part of a purpose-driven organisation that values innovation, compassion, and excellence.

- Increase your take-home pay with generous salary packaging options, including meal and entertainment benefits
- Grow your career with access to industry-leading training and professional development through Mater Education
- Wellbeing support through our Employee Assistance Program and on-site pastoral care teams
- Access a range of health and wellbeing services with a corporate discount on private health insurance
- Exclusive discounts across dining, retail, travel, accommodation (just to name a few)
- Stay active with unlimited access to discounted gyms via the Fitness Passport program
- Convenient, discounted on-site parking
- Enjoy great food with reduced prices at our campus cafés and coffee spots
- Join Queensland’s Largest and Most Innovative Not-for-Profit Healthcare Team

Be part of something bigger. Make your move with Mater. #MAKEYOURMATERMOVE

Applications close on Sunday 2nd November 2025.

Mater is committed to the wellbeing of their staff, and it is underpinned by our flexible and remote working policies.

Only direct applications will be considered. No contact from Recruitment Agencies at this time.

Mater Group is dedicated to creating a workplace that values diversity and inclusion. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and abilities. We believe in providing equal opportunities for all qualified candidates.

Advertised: 16 Oct 2025 E. Australia Standard Time
Applications close: 02 Nov 2025 E. Australia Standard Time

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