The CompanyForHealth is one of Australia’s leading primary healthcare providers, operating medical centres nationwide and delivering quality, accessible care to local communities.We are seeking an experienced and patient-focused Registered or Enrolled Nurse to join our Deception Bay Medical Centre on a part time basis, specialising in Chronic Disease Management and preventative healthcare.The RoleAs our CDM Nurse, you will work closely with GPs, nurses, allied health professionals and patients to coordinate personalised care for people living with chronic health conditions.You will empower patients to take greater ownership of their health through education, goal setting, ongoing monitoring and practical support.Key ResponsibilitiesPrepare GP Management Plans and Team Care ArrangementsComplete patient histories, biometrics and chronic disease assessmentsWork with patients to establish practical SMART health goalsDevelop action plans and coach patients through sustainable health-behaviour changesCoordinate referrals to allied health professionals and specialistsConduct preventative health assessments, including:Heart health assessmentsDiabetes risk assessments45–49-year-old health assessmentsOver-75 health assessmentsAboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health assessmentsIntellectual disability, veteran and refugee health assessmentsProvide ongoing monitoring and support to eligible patientsPerform clinical services such as ECGs, spirometry, urinalysis and Ankle Brachial Index testingCollaborate with GPs and multidisciplinary teams to deliver coordinated,
holistic careIdentify eligible patients and support proactive patient recallsMaintain accurate clinical records and ensure services meet Medicare and ForHealth requirementsSupport other nurses and non-clinical team members in understanding CDM servicesAbout YouCurrent AHPRA registration as a Registered or Enrolled NursePrevious Chronic Disease Management experience is highly regardedPrimary healthcare or general practice experience is preferredIdeally, at least two years’ experience delivering direct clinical nursing careSound understanding of health promotion and disease-prevention principlesStrong written and verbal communication skillsAbility to motivate patients and support them in taking ownership of their healthExcellent organisation, prioritisation and time-management skillsProactive, adaptable and confident working independentlyCollaborative approach and commitment to delivering quality patient careBenefitsPart-time hours supporting greater work-life balanceNo overnight shiftsMeaningful opportunity to improve long-term patient health outcomesSupportive and collaborative medical-centre teamWork closely with experienced GPs, nurses and allied health professionalsOngoing clinical training and professional developmentAccess to health, wellbeing and retail benefitsFree and confidential Employee Assistance ProgramCareer-development opportunities across the ForHealth networkIf you are passionate about preventative healthcare and helping patients manage their long-term health, we would love to hear from you.
📌 CDM Nurse | Deception Bay
🏢 The CompanyForHealth
📍 Deception Bay
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