Job Description

The Rexdale Community Health Centre (the “Centre) is a multi-service Centre providing an important array of primary health care, settlement, community support, health promotion and community development activities to a diverse community with a focus on women, families, youth and seniors. The Centre is currently recruiting a Diabetes Educator-Registered Nurse to work with a dynamic Diabetes Education team within our Primary Care department.

Job Summary:

Diabetes Educator-Registered Nurse works in partnership with a Registered Dietitian and within a multidisciplinary team to provide care to primary care clients with diabetes. The DEC-RN will also provide individual diabetes education counseling, community outreach, and health promotion/education to individuals, families, and the community.

The position reports to the Manager, Chronic Disease Management Program

Responsibilities:

- Provide a thorough assessment of clients’ level of knowledge and readiness to change through individual counselling around diabetes education and management (taking into account the client’s cultural and socio-economic background).
- Participate in the development, implementation, and evaluation of group and program activities.
- Work collaboratively with team members, including Registered Dietitians and Outreach Workers, along with Primary Care clinicians and Community Programs staff.
- Participate in and contribute to client case conferences.
- Work with and provide opportunities to placement students and volunteers.
- Provide in-service education to Centre staff and other community agencies requesting diabetes education.
- Participate in chart reviews and case conferences, and make referrals for clients as necessary.
- Participate in community screening events and activities.
- Ensure resources, materials, and equipment are maintained and stocked.

Qualifications:





· Current certification as a Registered Nurse (in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario)

· Certified Diabetes Educator (CDE) or eligibility to write the exam within 2 years

· Awareness of and sensitivity to the health issues of a diverse community

· At least 2 years of experience in primary care nursing in a community-based setting; and understanding of health promotion

· Knowledgeable regarding current diabetes management strategies and techniques.

· Ability to work independently as well as part of the diabetes education team and the multi-disciplinary team

· Strong organizational skills with an ability to set priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced ambulatory setting

· Excellent communication, critical thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making skills

· Willingness to travel between main office and Satellite offices as needed

· Knowledge and experience using an Electronic Medical Records (EMR) system (i.e., Practice Suite Solutions)

· Ability to speak a second language (i.e., Punjabi, Spanish, Hindi, Somali, Twi, Urdu, etc.)

· Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and occasional Saturdays

· Knowledge of the Rexdale Community Health Centre catchment area is an asset

Salary: $67,287 - $81,065 annually, based on experience, plus HOOPP and benefits

Hours per week: 35 hours per week

Starting date: ASAP

Status: Non-unionized position

Closing date for applicants: November 3, 2026

Vacancy Status:



This posting is for an existing vacancy.

Vulnerable Sector Check: An offer of employment for this opportunity will be contingent on the incumbent providing an acceptable Vulnerable Sector Check (VSC).

Use of Artificial Intelligence: Artificial intelligence (AI) may be used to screen, assess, or select applicants at any stage of the hiring process.

We would like to thank all applicants; only those invited to interviews will be contacted.

Please note this is a unionized environment-UFCW Locals 175 and 633

The Rexdale Community Health Centre is committed to Employment Equity and encourages applications from people representing the diverse community we serve. Rexdale CHC strives to create a respectful, accessible, and inclusive work environment. Upon individual request, hiring processes will be modified to remove barriers to accommodate those with disabilities. Should any applicant require accommodation through the application, interview, or selection processes please contact Human Resources for assistance.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $67,287.00-$81,065.00 per year

Advantages:

- Company pension
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement

Application question(s):

- Do you hold a Certified Diabetes Educator (CDE) designation? If not, are you eligible to write the CDE exam within the next two years?

Education:

- Bachelor's Degree (preferred)

Experience:

- Primary Care Nursing: 2 years (preferred)
- Electronic medical records: 1 year (preferred)
- providing one-on-one diabetes education : 2 years (preferred)
- providing chronic disease counselling: 1 year (preferred)
- Planned or led group education or health promotion programs: 2 years (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

- CNO Membership (preferred)

Work Location: In person

📌 Registered Nurse - Diabetes Educator (RN-DEC) (Etobicoke)
🏢 Rexdale Community Health Centre
📍 Etobicoke