CDM Nurse | Blacktown | Full Time
The Company
ForHealth Medical Centres is an industry leader in quality, accessible healthcare. We have a nationwide network of 80+ medical centres and 1300+ independent health practitioners. Our independent health practitioners offer their patients a lifetime of holistic care and provide 7+ million patient consultations annually. We are proudly part of the ForHealth Group.
The Role
We are seeking a passionate and experienced Chronic Disease Management Nurse to join our practice who will be travelling between Blacktown and surrounding Suburbs and become a key advocate for preventative health in our local community. In this role, you'll work closely with GPs to help patients identify and manage their chronic conditions, improving their quality of life and reducing hospital admissions. If you're dedicated to making a positive impact on patient care and championing community health, we'd love to hear from you!
The Tasks
- Prepare Medicare compliant Care Plans to help patients manage their disease/s
- Empower patients to increase ownership over their health
- Coach patients on embedding health behaviour change principles
- Enable patients to access ongoing care from a multi-disciplinary team
- Assist in early identification of chronic disease by conducting health assessments
- Work with GPs to promote preventative healthcare throughout the practice
- Increase the number of patients receiving their first tailored care plan for proactive chronic condition management Ensure patient’s care plans are reviewed regularly
- Manage administrative tasks relating to carrying out CDM appointment
The Successful Candidate
- AHPRA registered Enrolled or Registered Nurse
- Strong knowledge of chronic disease management and preventative healthcare practices.
- Ability to collaborate with GPs and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement care plans.
- Skilled at educating patients on managing their conditions and promoting healthier lifestyles.
- Outstanding communication and customer service skills
- A passion for people and a personable approach
- Have driver's License to travel comfortably when needed in the surrounding suburbs
The successful candidate will have the opportunity to be part of an outstanding work environment in a purpose and values-driven Company that invests in its people through training and development and internal promotion.
If you want to be a part of this first-class team, join the mission to help build a healthier Australia by Applying Now!
Other details
- Job family Medical
- Pay type Hourly
- Blacktown NSW 2148, Australia