03 Nov
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Nourish Adelaide
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Parkside
03 Nov
Nourish Adelaide
Parkside
Nourish is seeking a Credentialled Diabetes Educator who is also an Accredited Practising Dietitian to join the team on a casual / part-time basis, commencing early 2027. This is an opportunity to provide personalised diabetes and nutrition education, help people build confidence with improving their health, and work alongside a supportive team with a strong focus on evidence-based care.
If you are proactive and enjoy a varied caseload and working autonomously, this is the role for you!
Key responsibilities
- Deliver tailored diabetes education and support to people living with all types of diabetes (Type 1, Type 2, Gestational diabetes and LADA)
- 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 and insulin pumps within your competence and skilled scope (or willingness to learn)
- Review glucose data and identify patterns to inform education, nutritional guidance, 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.
- Maintain accurate, timely clinical records and clear communication with referring practitioners.
About you
- Current Credentialled Diabetes Educator status with the Australian Diabetes Educators Association.
- Current Accredited Practising Dietitian status with Dietitians Australia.
- Minimum of 2 years experience within private practice.
- Demonstrated clinical experience in diabetes and nutrition 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 other healthcare professionals.
- Confidence using electronic clinical records and relevant digital platforms.
- Current right to work in Australia.
Pay: From $62,500.00 per year
Work Location: In person
📌 Part Time Diabetes Educator / Dietitian (Parkside)
🏢 Nourish Adelaide
📍 Parkside