Job Description
Lead advanced diabetes care with latest tech
Mentor staff and shape best practice services
Support diverse communities across two hospitals
Manage complex diabetes education and insulin technology programs to improve outcomes for patients across outpatient and inpatient settings.
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Clinical Nurse Consultant Grade 1
Remuneration: $130,524.69 - $133,191.02 per annum
Hours Per Week: 38
Location: Blacktown Hospital
Where you'll be working
You will join a supportive multidisciplinary diabetes team across Blacktown Hospital and Mount Druitt Hospital within Western Sydney Local Health District, known for innovation, collaboration and patient centred care.
Work in a large and growing diabetes service with strong clinical leadership
Support culturally diverse communities with complex health needs
Access professional development and ADEA credentialing support
Partner with experienced endocrinologists and allied health teams
Contribute to service improvement across a leading health district
What you'll be doing
As a senior diabetes educator, you will deliver expert clinical consultancy and lead evidence based diabetes management across outpatient and inpatient settings.
Manage complex diabetes including insulin pumps and continuous glucose monitoring
Provide advanced education to patients, families and health professionals
Support glycaemic stabilisation including pregnancy related diabetes care
Lead quality improvement and develop clinical practice procedures
Mentor nurses and promote credentialing and ongoing professional growth
How to Apply
Apply online by submitting your resume and addressing the criteria listed below by providing examples that demonstrate your ability before the closing date.
Essential Criteria
Current registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency, AHPRA, as a Registered Nurse Division 1.
Selection Criteria
Current registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) as a registered nurse/midwife.
2Appropriate qualifications in diabetes management from Post Graduate to tertiary (Masters level) and current credentialing with Australian Diabetes Educators’ Association (ADEA).
Three years full time equivalent post qualification experience in diabetes management.
Excellent theoretical and clinical knowledge of all aspects of diabetes and its management, and extensive experience with T1DM, including initiation of subcutaneous insulin infusion pumps and continuous glucose monitoring.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively, independently and within a collaborative team environment, whilst prioritising and managing own workload.
Demonstrated effective communication with patients, nursing, medical and allied health clinicians
Demonstrated ability to ensure patients, carers and families are well informed, engaged and confident about their care and treatment, within the scope of a registered nurse/midwife
Demonstrated critical thinking ability, prioritisation and communication skills while effectively following directions
Requisition ID: REQ629234
Applications Close: 4th March 2026
Need more information ?
Find out more about applying for this position.
Review the detailed Position Description for insights into role requirements and criteria.
Explore the selection process, employment checks, outcomes and notifications.
For inquiries about the role, contact Sarag Gerard on 0498XXXXXX
People with disabilities who meet the selection criteria are encouraged to apply; and where required, WSLHD will implement reasonable adjustment consistent with industry standard.
Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply. Stepping Up aims to assist Aboriginal job applicants by providing information about applying for roles in NSW Health organisations. For more information, please visit https://www.steppingup.health.nsw.gov.au/ .
Blacktown hospital car parking allocation model is changing. There is a managed waitlist for parking for new staff commencing at Blacktown Hospital. This does not apply to staff with a disability parking permit.
Please note: To be eligible for permanent appointment to a position in NSW Health, you must have an Australian citizenship or permanent Australian residency.
Mentor staff and shape best practice services
Support diverse communities across two hospitals
Manage complex diabetes education and insulin technology programs to improve outcomes for patients across outpatient and inpatient settings.
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Clinical Nurse Consultant Grade 1
Remuneration: $130,524.69 - $133,191.02 per annum
Hours Per Week: 38
Location: Blacktown Hospital
Where you'll be working
You will join a supportive multidisciplinary diabetes team across Blacktown Hospital and Mount Druitt Hospital within Western Sydney Local Health District, known for innovation, collaboration and patient centred care.
Work in a large and growing diabetes service with strong clinical leadership
Support culturally diverse communities with complex health needs
Access professional development and ADEA credentialing support
Partner with experienced endocrinologists and allied health teams
Contribute to service improvement across a leading health district
What you'll be doing
As a senior diabetes educator, you will deliver expert clinical consultancy and lead evidence based diabetes management across outpatient and inpatient settings.
Manage complex diabetes including insulin pumps and continuous glucose monitoring
Provide advanced education to patients, families and health professionals
Support glycaemic stabilisation including pregnancy related diabetes care
Lead quality improvement and develop clinical practice procedures
Mentor nurses and promote credentialing and ongoing professional growth
How to Apply
Apply online by submitting your resume and addressing the criteria listed below by providing examples that demonstrate your ability before the closing date.
Essential Criteria
Current registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency, AHPRA, as a Registered Nurse Division 1.
Selection Criteria
Current registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) as a registered nurse/midwife.
2Appropriate qualifications in diabetes management from Post Graduate to tertiary (Masters level) and current credentialing with Australian Diabetes Educators’ Association (ADEA).
Three years full time equivalent post qualification experience in diabetes management.
Excellent theoretical and clinical knowledge of all aspects of diabetes and its management, and extensive experience with T1DM, including initiation of subcutaneous insulin infusion pumps and continuous glucose monitoring.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively, independently and within a collaborative team environment, whilst prioritising and managing own workload.
Demonstrated effective communication with patients, nursing, medical and allied health clinicians
Demonstrated ability to ensure patients, carers and families are well informed, engaged and confident about their care and treatment, within the scope of a registered nurse/midwife
Demonstrated critical thinking ability, prioritisation and communication skills while effectively following directions
Requisition ID: REQ629234
Applications Close: 4th March 2026
Need more information ?
Find out more about applying for this position.
Review the detailed Position Description for insights into role requirements and criteria.
Explore the selection process, employment checks, outcomes and notifications.
For inquiries about the role, contact Sarag Gerard on 0498XXXXXX
People with disabilities who meet the selection criteria are encouraged to apply; and where required, WSLHD will implement reasonable adjustment consistent with industry standard.
Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply. Stepping Up aims to assist Aboriginal job applicants by providing information about applying for roles in NSW Health organisations. For more information, please visit https://www.steppingup.health.nsw.gov.au/ .
Blacktown hospital car parking allocation model is changing. There is a managed waitlist for parking for new staff commencing at Blacktown Hospital. This does not apply to staff with a disability parking permit.
Please note: To be eligible for permanent appointment to a position in NSW Health, you must have an Australian citizenship or permanent Australian residency.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Clinical Nurse Consultant Grade 1 - Diabetes Education position is now open for candidates interested in the Education Jobs sector. This role in Blacktown offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Education Jobs is a plus.
