Chronic Disease Nurse

• Immediate start, willing to travel to remote communities
• Interesting work with a great team
• $55-60 per hour plus accommodation, meals, overnight & travel allowances

We are seeking an enthusiastic Primary Health Care/ Chronic Disease Nurses to partner with our client Aboriginal Health Service in Western Australia. If you have practice nurse experience in remote communities, a friendly “can do” attitude and a passion for educating patients, this role will allow you to further develop these skills in culture where you’re valued and supported.

You will be working with an incredibly friendly team of health professionals in a remote community health setting with the support of a Services Manager, Practitioners, GP’s, Nurses, and Allied Health staff. You will be required to have knowledge in providing adult health checks, adult immunisations, cycle of care planning, Chronic Disease education. This will be a casual role requiring 2 or more months ongoing work.

We are looking for experienced candidates who are looking for adventure and a new experience and who can assist the Health Service Manager with the development of this role. We are seeking candidates who genuinely want to provide exceptional patient care in a supportive team environment.

WHAT YOU NEED:

• Current AHPRA as a Registered Nurse
• At least 2 years recent clinical experience or more with recent experience in a remote indigenous healthcare setting
• Must have experience in community/ primary health nursing.
• Prior experience with the management of Chronic Diseases and conducting health care assessments.
• An inviting professional demeanour with a strong focus on teamwork
• Excellent time management, prioritisation, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Current skill and experience in Venepuncture an advantage
• Current WWCC (WA), this can be applied for when in WA.
• Current CPR, BLS or ALS certification
• All vaccinations recommended for health care workers up to date.
• Current police check (within the last 12 months).
• Immuniser certificate
• The casual pay rate for this role will be dependent on your experience and skill. Superannuation is paid in addition to the casual rate. Rosters are determined by the client and shift loadings apply according to the
• Nurses Award 2010. We provide flights, accommodation, and a generous overnight allowance.

How to apply:

To apply for this role with Vitality Works, please submit your resume using the Apply Now button, which will take you to our parent company, Sanitarium’s, website. For further information and questions please contact Michelle McKenzie (Operations and Clinical Manager) on 0408 626 *** or email ***************@vitalityworks.com.au