Credentialled Diabetes Educator

Beta Health; Ipswich City; Hybrid; AUD 55,000 - 83,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangements

Paid travel

Ongoing training

Job summary

Beta Health provides integrated healthcare services in the Ipswich region and is seeking a Credentialled Diabetes Educator who is also a Registered Nurse or Accredited Practising Dietitian to join the Ipswich team on a casual basis.

You will deliver personalised diabetes education, help people build confidence in managing their health, and work with a supportive, evidence-based care team. Some paid travel is required to deliver services outside the Ipswich clinic.

Qualifications

• Credentialled Diabetes Educator with AD EA backing.
• RN registration with AHPRA or APD status with Dietitians Australia.
• Proven diabetes education experience and patient-centred approach.
• Clear communication and ability to work in a collaborative team.

Responsibilities

• Deliver individualised diabetes education to type 1, type 2 and other diabetes forms.
• Assess needs, goals and barriers; co-create practical care plans.
• Educate on glucose monitoring, insulin, sick-day mgmt and complications.
• Review CGM data and identify patterns to inform care planning.
• Coordinate with GPs/endocrinologists and escalate concerns as needed.
• Support families and carers; contribute to group education and resources.
• Maintain accurate clinical records and liaise with referrers.

Skills

Diabetes education

Caseload management

Clinical documentation

Interprofessional collaboration

Education

Credentialled Diabetes Educator (ADEA)

AHPRA RN registration

Accredited Practising Dietitian (DAPD)

Tools

EHR systems

CGM data interpretation

Job description

Beta Health is seeking a Credentialled Diabetes Educator who is also a Registered Nurse or Accredited Practising Dietitian to join the Ipswich team on a casual basis. This is an opportunity to provide personalised diabetes education, help people build confidence in managing their health, and work alongside a supportive team with a strong focus on evidence-based care. The role will include some paid travel to deliver services outside the Ipswich clinic.

Key responsibilities

• Deliver individualised diabetes education and support to people living with type 1, type 2 and other forms of diabetes.
• Assess each person's needs, health literacy, goals and barriers to self-management, and develop practical care plans in collaboration with them.
• Provide education on glucose monitoring, insulin injection technique, medication use, hypoglycaemia management, sick-day management and prevention of diabetes-related complications.
• Support the use of continuous glucose monitoring, insulin pumps and automated insulin delivery systems, within your competence and professional scope.
• Review glucose data and identify patterns to inform education, care planning and communication with the treating team.
• Collaborate with GPs, endocrinologists, allied health professionals and other care providers to coordinate care and **escalate concerns appropriately.**
• Involve families, carers and support workers in education where appropriate and with the person's consent.
• Contribute to group education sessions, patient resources and service improvement.
• Maintain accurate, timely clinical records and clear communication with referring practitioners.

About you

• Current Credentialled Diabetes Educator status with the Australian Diabetes Educators Association.
• Either current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse or current Accredited Practising Dietitian status with Dietitians Australia.
• Demonstrated clinical experience in diabetes education and management.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to explain complex information in clear, practical language.
• A person-centred approach that respects individual preferences, cultural backgrounds and circumstances.
• Sound clinical judgement, including recognising when to seek advice, refer or **escalate** care.
• Ability to manage a clinical caseload, work independently and collaborate effectively with colleagues.
• Confidence using electronic clinical records and relevant digital platforms.
• Willingness to undertake some paid travel as required.
• Current right to work in Australia and a National Police Check, or willingness to obtain one.
• A casual position within a supportive, collaborative team with a strong focus on diabetes care.
• Competitive hourly remuneration based on experience.
• Flexible work arrangements, including opportunities for suitable work to be completed from home.
• Paid travel where required as part of the role.
• Access to ongoing training and professional development.
• Opportunities to contribute to education programs and the development of services.

About us

Beta Health provides integrated healthcare services in the Ipswich region, with a special focus on diabetes. Our mission is to improve the health and wellbeing of our community through high-quality, evidence-based care.