Job Description

The Company

ForHealth Medical Centres is an industry leader in quality, accessible healthcare. We have a nationwide network of 70+ 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 looking for a Permanent Full-Time experienced Chronic Disease Management (CDM) Nurse to join our Bankstown practice to be the driving force and advocate for the local community in preventative health. This role will see you support GP’s and their patients to identify and manage their chronic conditions and ultimately keep them out of hospital.

The Tasks

• Prepare Care Plans and Team Care Arrangements 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 who receive a care plan for the first time
• 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
• Proven prior experience in Chronic Disease Management and health assessments
• Knowledge of Health Assessment is highly regarded
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• Outstanding communication and customer service skills
• A passion for people and a personable approach

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!