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Form of work Our Health Service is expanding
The Clinical Nurse Consultant is a registered nurse who practices at an advanced level of clinical skill and demonstrates specialised clinical expertise in Coordination.
Permanent Part Time
About the role
The purpose of this role is to provide a central point of coordination to work towards broader systemic solutions for sub-acute long-stay patients with complex clinical needs requiring professional leadership, advocacy, advice and consultation to support and lead multidisciplinary teams to access appropriate and necessary disability or aged care supports, as a part of supporting the continuum of care from hospital to community.
This role may be eligible for the Queensland Health Attraction Incentive. See link – Queensland Health Workforce Attraction Scheme ( https://www.healthycareers.health.qld.gov.au/attraction-incentives )[AP1] ( file:///L:/Human%20Resources/HR/Recruitment/1.%20Advertising/Clinical%20Services/WM548741_02%20Clinical%20Nurse%20Consultant%20Sub%20Acute%20Flow/Ad%20template.docx#_msocom_1 )
About you
Our ideal candidate will be someone who can demonstrate the following:
- Have a minimum of 5 years acute nursing experience, and experience in advanced clinical care, coordination and team leader roles.
- Demonstrated or ability to acquire knowledge of flow between internal Health Service rural facilities and external facilities
- Demonstrated advanced level clinical knowledge, expertise and skills in managing complex long-stay patients.
- Demonstrated ability to work autonomously and provide independent professional judgement and expertise in problem solving and clinical management within a complex, fast paced clinical environment
- Proven ability in the application of highly developed interpersonal, problem solving, negotiation and communication skills, to build sustainable relationships with key stakeholders inclusive of Multi-disciplinary Teams.
Mandatory Requirements:
- Vaccinated against, and remain vaccinated against, certain vaccine preventable diseases (VPD) as outlined in the Health Employment Directive NO. 01/16 (PDF) ( https://www.health.qld.gov.au/__data/assets/pdf_file/0009/150120/hed-0116.pdf )
About West Moreton Health
West Moreton Health is one of the most rapidly evolving health services in the south east corner, with a community growth expected to almost double to more than 588,000 by 2036. Our vision is for a robust hospital and health service that includes fit-for-purpose spaces, interconnected buildings, multi-disciplinary health services, research, education and community partnerships.
To read more on how West Moreton Health are committed to transforming and optimising our care, to meet the health care needs of our growing and diverse community – Follow this link ( https://www.westmoreton.health.qld.gov.au/futurefocus )
Benefits
- 17.5% annual leave loading (Additional allowances/entitlements may apply)
- 12.75 % employer contribution to superannuation
- Professional development
- Salary sacrificing options ( https://www.health.qld.gov.au/employment/conditions/salary/sacrifice )
- Wellness programs
- Employee Assistance Service (EAS).
To apply
Further information regarding this role please download and read the attached Role Description and Information Packages. You will need to submit your Cover Letter, CV or Resume including the names and contact details of two referees and a short response (maximum 1-2 pages) on how your experience, abilities, knowledge and personal qualities are relevant to the role.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply for all West Moreton Health vacancies.
