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Form of workAbout the role
Mater Hospital Brisbane Perioperative Department is currently seeking an experienced Clinical Nurseto work within Anaesthetics and Recovery (PACU). This position will be offered on a permanent full-time basis.
Salary range: $52.63 - $56.38 (Registered Nurse Level 2) per hour plus superannuation & salary packaging
Our successful applicant will be required to perform shift work, and on call duties.
What you’ll be doing
Our Perioperative Clinical Nurses provide additional leadership and advanced clinical competency to our Nursing Team. You will use your extensive experience to provide essential support to the Nurse Manager in activities designed to aid the sustainability of the department and assist with the progression of service improvement. You will have a keen interest in Quality Improvement with a focus on but not limited to Leadership, Risk Management, Audits, Infection Control and the promotion of exceptional service provision.
Whilst displaying the highest level of clinical standards for the unit you will be responsible for:
- Achieving optimal patient outcomes throughout the patient journey and continuum of care
- Demonstrating advanced clinical expertise and knowledge of procedures and the management of patients seeking outstanding care
- Supporting the Nurse Unit Manager in implementing strategies to ensure that quality and risk management are integrated into service provision
- Maintaining current knowledge and skills to ensure continued professional growth
About you
You will be driven by a challenging yet rewarding environment where you can bring your energy and experience to this dynamic area.
- Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse (no restrictions)
- ALS Certification
- Must have more than 3 years’ experience in PACU
- Demonstrated ability to operate both in a team environment and autonomously using initiative, sound reasoning and strong listening, negotiation and decision making skills
- Ability to lead a team
- Strong attention to detail and organisational skills
- Commitment to ensuring the levels of service is always delivered to patients at all times
- Extensive knowledge of current National ANZCA standards as well as ACORN Standards and their alignment with the Perioperative Department
While not essential, applicants who currently have or are studying towards a tertiary qualification within this clinical specialty would be highly regarded.
Why join us?
Mater is Queensland’s largest and most innovative not-for-profit healthcare service, providing care for almost 700,000 patients a year across a network of 11 hospitals.
We are a leader in healthcare, education and research — and that’s because we employ exceptional people. #MAKEYOURMATERMOVE
- Via salary packaging arrangements, allocate some living expenses directly from your pre-taxable income and ultimately increase your take-home pay
- Access to package meal and entertainment expenses via salary packaging
- Access to leading education and professional development via Mater Education
- Access to our Employee Assistance Program and on-site pastoral care teams
- Discounts to local and national business/venues for Dining/Retail/Travel & Accommodation/Other
Applications close on Monday 1st April 2024. Please note, we may contact applications prior to the closing date, please do not hesitate to APPLY NOW!
Please Note: We will not require any support from Recruitment Agencies at this time and kindly request no contact is made. Only direct applications will be considered.
