ForHealth 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 Role
As 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 Responsibilities Prepare GP Management Plans and Team Care Arrangements
Complete patient histories, biometrics and chronic disease assessments
Work with patients to establish practical SMART health goals
Develop action plans and coach patients through sustainable health-behaviour changes
Coordinate referrals to allied health professionals and specialists
Conduct preventative health assessments, including: Heart health assessments
Diabetes risk assessments
45–49-year-old health assessments
Over-75 health assessments
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health assessments
Intellectual disability, veteran and refugee health assessments Provide ongoing monitoring and support to eligible patients
Perform clinical services such as ECGs, spirometry, urinalysis and Ankle Brachial Index testing
Collaborate with GPs and multidisciplinary teams to deliver coordinated, holistic care
Identify eligible patients and support proactive patient recalls
Maintain accurate clinical records and ensure services meet Medicare and ForHealth requirements
Support other nurses and non-clinical team members in understanding CDM services About You Current AHPRA registration as a Registered or Enrolled Nurse
Previous Chronic Disease Management experience is highly regarded
Primary healthcare or general practice experience is preferred
Ideally, at least two years’ experience delivering direct clinical nursing care
Sound understanding of health promotion and disease-prevention principles
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to motivate patients and support them in taking ownership of their health
Excellent organisation, prioritisation and time-management skills
Proactive, adaptable and confident working independently
Cooperative approach and commitment to delivering quality patient care Benefits Part-time hours supporting greater work-life balance
No overnight shifts
Meaningful opportunity to improve long-term patient health outcomes
Supportive and collaborative medical-centre team
Work closely with experienced GPs, nurses and allied health professionals
Ongoing clinical training and professional development
Access to health, wellbeing and retail benefits
Free and confidential Employee Assistance Program
Career-development opportunities across the ForHealth network If 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
🏢 ForHealth Medical Centres
📍 Deception Bay
Reply to this offer
Impress this employer describing Your skills and abilities, fill out the form below and leave Your personal touch in the presentation letter.