Clinical Nurse - Orthopaedics

Welcome to St John of God Health CareSt John of God Health Care is one of the largest private providers of health care services in Australia, employing more than 16,000 employees (caregivers). We operate 27 hospitals and services comprising more than 3,500 hospital beds, including home nursing, disability services and social outreach programs.As a Catholic, not-for-profit group, we invest all profits to the communities we serve by updating and expanding our facilities and technology; expanding existing services and developing and acquiring new services; and providing Social Outreach services to people experiencing disadvantage to improve health and wellbeing.St John of God Subiaco Hospital is the oldest and biggest hospital in the St John of God Health Care group, having been established in 1898. It is one of Australia's most respected providers of health care services and an internationally renowned leader in clinical trials and research. The hospital is also a leader in innovation and adoption of new technologies, including the implementation of robotic surgical devices and virtual reality imaging technology.Your role at St John of God Subiaco HospitalPractice as a Clinical Nurse, supervise and direct nursing care of registered and enrolled nurses and staff. Maintain and improve the standard of nursing/midwifery care, providing clinical expertise and local leadership to ensure that quality patient care is delivered. Orthopaedic Ward, Ward 51, is a dynamic orthopaedic surgical ward that cares for patients undergoing a variety of orthopaedic procedures.You will have many opportunities for professional development when you join our friendly team. Applicants must be available to work a rotating shift roster of AM, PM and ND from Monday to Sunday.The PositionProvides supervision and act as a resource to other members of the care team including RNs/RMs/ENs/Students and PCAs/PSAs.Complies with and demonstrates a positive commitment to relevant legislation including but not limited to:Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia - Code of Conduct; Poisons Act.Plans, performs, facilitates and evaluates delivery of patient care that is in accordance with hospital policies and procedures.Develops and implements quality improvement and risk management programs at SJOHHS. Evaluates outcomes of recommended actions and provides feedback.Maintains advanced clinical skills and specialty knowledge to ensure the delivery of a high standard of patient care.Coordinates shifts as required; ensuring allocation of caregivers to patients is based on caregiver skill mix and patient acuity.Provides leadership in ensuring team nursing / shared patient care is practised.You will hold a current registration with the Nursing & Midwifery Board of Australia (AHPRA) as a Registered Nurse with significant recent post-registration experience in Orthopaedics as well as the ability to practice at an advanced level and knowledge of relevant acts, codes and standards relevant to current practice.To succeed you will have a commitment to nursing and other clinical projects that are implemented in order to improve patient care, with well developed leadership and communication skills, the ability to supervise, give direction and delegate to the team. You will plan, assess and develop team and individual performance while being able to identify and problem solve including conflict resolution.Above all, patient care will be at the core of everything you do, committing to and supporting our Mission and Values.We can offer youSalary: $100,858.00 to $107,722.00 per annum, plus 11% superannuationA Permanent part time position, working 70 hours per fortnightDiscounts on hospital services & private health insuranceGenerous salary packaging optionsUp to $15,900 on a range of benefits such as mortgage, rent, or other everyday living expensesUp to $2650 on meal entertainment, holiday accommodation and venue hireAccess to novated leasing to use pre-tax dollars for a car and expensesFree on-site parkingAccess to fitness and wellbeing benefits through Fitness PassportOn-site skin checks twice a yearInnovative Professional Development opportunitiesA welcoming and supportive cultureA healthy work-life balance through flexible work options, additional purchased leave & well-being programs All applicants are asked to submit a covering letter (of no more than two (2) pages) demonstrating how you meet the above position requirements St John of God Health Care embraces diversity and strongly encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and people with disabilities. We are committed to providing a safe environment for all children and vulnerable people in our care and proactively take measures to protect children/vulnerable people from abuse. For enquiries contact Louise Haliday, Nurse Unit Manager, 0434 603 722.