POSITION: Registered Nurse - Certified Diabetes Educator (Diabetes Education Program)
STATUS: Full-Time, Permanent (75 hours per bi-weekly pay period)
REPORTING TO: Director, Programs & Services or their delegate
UNION AFFILIATION: This position is part of the Ontario Nurses’ Association (ONA) bargaining unit and will be subject to the terms and conditions outlined in a collective agreement. Union dues will be applicable as per ONA guidelines.
POSITION SUMMARY:
North York Family Health Team Inc. (NYFHT) provides comprehensive, team-based primary care to approximately 95,000 patients. In partnership with North York General Hospital, the University of Toronto, and the North York Toronto Health Partners (NYTHP), we are committed to advancing community health through integrated, high-quality care.
We value innovation, teamwork, and continuous learning, and strive to deliver patient-centered services that improve outcomes for our diverse population.
The Registered Nurse (RN), in collaboration with the Diabetes Education Program (DEP) dietitian and pharmacist, will provide prediabetes and type 2 diabetes services within a primary care setting. The role includes delivering education and support to individuals and groups in accordance with evidence-based clinical practice guidelines for diabetes management.
This position is based at our North York location. Occasional travel to partner clinics or community sites may be required.
Caseloads are structured to support high-quality care delivery while promoting work-life balance. Comprehensive onboarding and training will be provided to support your integration into our team.
MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Develop and implement diabetes education and interventions for adults living with prediabetes and type 2 diabetes, based on evidence-informed best practices and clinical guidelines
2. Collaborate with dietitians, pharmacists, and physicians to establish patient-directed goals for improved health outcomes
3. Lead and facilitate individual and group DEP sessions using adult learning principles
4. Participating in program development, community needs assessments, and program evaluation
5. Develop partnerships and lead outreach initiatives to enhance access to DEP services
6. Participate in quality improvement initiatives
7. Contribute to the ongoing development and enhancement of DEP services in collaboration with the interprofessional team
8. Provide clinical education to multidisciplinary teams, students, and external health providers as appropriate
9. Participate in committees and research related to diabetes education
10. Perform other duties as assigned
JOB ENVIRONMENT: Clinical setting within a community-based primary care medical office environment.
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:
1. Baccalaureate degree in Nursing from a recognized post-secondary institution
2. Registration in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario
3. Certified Diabetes Educator (CDE) with the Canadian Diabetes Educator Certification Board (required)
4. Minimum of 2 years of experience working as a Diabetes Educator
5. Demonstrated ability to independently manage a diabetes education caseload within a primary care setting
6. Experience in diabetes management, education, and counselling
7. Strong knowledge of insulin and oral/injectable antihyperglycemic agents
8. Experience delivering individual and group education using adult learning principles
9. Excellent communication, interpersonal, teaching, and organizational skills
10. Proven ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team
11. Demonstrated critical thinking and sound judgment
Occasional flexibility in scheduling may be required to meet operational needs.
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:
Compensation is in accordance with the Collective Agreement and includes participation in the HOOPP pension plan, extended health and dental benefits, paid vacation, and professional development opportunities.
HOW TO APPLY:
Please submit your resume and cover letter to [email protected] by August 3, 2026. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
The North York Family Health Team is committed to equity in employment and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates, including those from Indigenous communities, racialized groups, persons with disabilities, and people of all sexual orientations and gender identities. We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment process in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).
Date Posted: July 24, 2026
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $70,000.00-$75,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
