Clinical Nurse - Health And Wellbeing

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Provide expert clinical knowledge and clinical care for patients with a variety of conditions and support the general function of the Capricornia Offender Health Service.
Our team enjoys a consistent 300+ days of sunshine each year that allows them to enjoy the famous beach-to-bush lifestyle of our region, including weekend get aways to Great Keppel Island.
Open the door to new opportunities - Apply Now!Job details Position status Permanent,Casual
Position type Full-time,Part-time
Occupational group Health - Nursing
Classification Nurse Grade 6 (1)
Workplace Location Rockhampton region
Job ad reference QLD/RK4C555573
Closing date 15-Apr-2024
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Fortnightly salary
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Salary Other
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Contact person Helen Streeter-Smith
Contact details (07) 4912 6389
Access theThis role may be eligible for the Queensland Health Attraction Incentive. See link -About us:Capricornia Offender Health Service (COHS) provides clinical services within the correctional centre, which is unique to other clinical services, in that, COHS provides services within a structured day and security function of Capricornia Correctional Centre. Therefore, limitations exist in how healthcare services are provided and the timeframe for which this can occur given the safety and security function within a correctional facility.About the role:The Clinical NurseHealth and Wellbeing (CN H&WB) will work in partnership with the COHS multidisciplinary team to provide, assessment, screening, diagnosis, and treatment as well as education and health promotion to the Prisoner community at the Capricornia Correctional Centre.

• Deliver an advanced standard of patient care including assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation by using clinical nursing expertise including for patients with complex care needs.

About you:To be successful in this role you must have:

• Current nursing registration through the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
• Demonstrated expertise and advanced knowledge in or the ability to adapt or develop an advanced level of knowledge regarding the complexities associated with Health and health care delivery within a correctional setting and the drivers of health disadvantage in this population.
• A relevant postgraduate certificate or post graduate diploma would be highly regarded.

What we offer:Salary information:Total remuneration value of up to $128,057 p.a. (f/t) is comprised of:

• An hourly rate between $52.86 - $56.60 p.h. (permanent/temporary) or $65.02 - $69.62 p.h. (including 23% casual loading)
• 12.75% employer superannuation contribution
• 17.5% leave loading

Other benefits include:

• Professional Development Opportunities
• Education Opportunities – Study and Research
• Work-Life Balance, Variety and Flexibility
• Generous Salary Sacrificing
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Discounted Private Health Insurance
• Fitness Passport

Vaccine Preventable Diseases (VPD) requirements:It is a condition of employment for this role for the employee to be, and remain, vaccinated against vaccine preventable diseases as listed on the Role Description.How to apply:To submit your application / expression of interest, please include:

• Your current CV or resume, including referees.
• A short 1 to 2 page cover letter outlining how your experience, abilities and knowledge align with the organisational values, accountabilities and “How you will be Assessed” section of the Role Description.
• Include any additional forms / evidence as attached or listed on the Role Description.

Please note pre-employment checks will be carried out on applicants recommended for appointment/employment which may include confirming your qualifications, professional registration/s, previous employment history (including any previous disciplinary action), criminal history, Australian work status and vaccination requirements.For assistance, contact and quote the Job Ad Reference (JAR) RK4C555573.Applications close: Monday, 15 April 2024.Further informationWe are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote and .Microsoft Word (.doc) or PDF file types are supported. Files must be a maximum of 2MB each.DocumentsBefore applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.Information Package for ApplicantsRole Description