Nurse Practitioner - Diabetes Chronic Disease (Weipa)
Lead advanced diabetes care, support healthier communities, and experience the unique lifestyle of Weipa.
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About this role
Nurse Practitioner - Diabetes Chronic Disease
Permanent Full-Time | Weipa
Ready for a meaningful role that starts with a yarn? Abby Conry (0427 645 437) would love to hear your story and answer any questions you may have about the position.
About the Role
Join Torres and Cape Hospital and Health Service as a Nurse Practitioner - Diabetes Chronic Disease, delivering advanced, patient-centred diabetes care across inpatient and outpatient settings in Weipa.
In this autonomous and collaborative role, you will lead the assessment, treatment, education, and self-management support of people living with diabetes, including those with complex clinical needs. Working closely with patients, families, and multidisciplinary healthcare teams, you will drive evidence-based practice and contribute to improved health outcomes for remote communities.
Why Torres and Cape?
TCHHS warmly encourages Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander nurses to apply. Cultural knowledge, lived experience, and connection to community are highly valued and strengthen the care we deliver across Torres Strait and Cape York.
Salary and Benefits
- Base salary: $158,344 - $165,320 per annum
- Employer superannuation contribution of 12.75%
- 17.5% annual leave loading
- Relocation and accommodation incentives
- Remote Area Nursing Incentive Package
- Access to some of Queensland Health's best professional development and training opportunities
Learn more about our benefits:
- Workplace benefits | Torres and Cape Hospital and Health Service
- Salary and benefits | Careers (health.qld.gov.au)
Life in Weipa
Enjoy a relaxed coastal lifestyle in one of Queensland's most unique communities. With a short commute, a strong sense of community, and easy access to fishing, camping, beaches, and the natural beauty of Cape York, Weipa offers an exceptional work-life balance and a true connection to the region.
Imagine yourself here? Find out about Torres and Cape HHS and the Torres Strait and Cooktown and Cape York regions on the Tropical North Queensland website.
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Torres and Cape HHS Values - Courage | Accountability | Respect | Engage
How do I apply? Applications should be submitted ONLINE via the Smart Jobs and Careers website.
Please no unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies.
Further information
We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.
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Job details
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Position status Permanent |
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Position type Full-time |
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Occupational group Health - Nursing |
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Classification Nurse Grade 8 |
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Workplace Location Cairns region,Far North Qld |
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Job ad reference QLD/TC689527 |
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Closing date 07-Sep-2026 |
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Job duration
Permanent Full-Time |
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Contact person
Abby Conry |
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Contact details
0427 645 437
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Attachments
2 Map Info (PDF, 907KB)
Information Package for Applicants 3 RANIP Recruitment Flyer 2023 (PDF, 282KB) Information Package for Applicants 4 TCHHS Nursing & Midwifery Booklet (PDF, 3.85MB) Information Package for Applicants TC689527_Job Description (PDF, 230KB) Role Description |
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