Position status | Permanent |
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Position type | Full-time |
Occupational group | Health - Nursing |
Classification | Nurse Grade 6 (1) |
Workplace Location | Brisbane - West,Ipswich region |
Job ad reference | QLD/WM545505_02 |
Closing date | 29-Feb-2024 |
Yearly salary | $104816 - $112236 |
Job duration | |
Contact person | Nithya Kunasakaran |
Contact details | 31833600 Access the National Relay Service |
About the role
The Clinical Nurse is a registered nurse who is accountable for clinical mental health practice at an advanced level. This role supports the delivery of services in the areas of assessment, intervention, treatment planning and evaluation for adults with severe and enduring mental health needs within a community mental health setting.
This role may be eligible for the Queensland Health Attraction Incentive. See link – Queensland Health Workforce Attraction Scheme
About you
Our ideal candidate will be someone who can demonstrate the following:
- Demonstrated expertise in assessing, planning, coordination and reviewing of a comprehensive plan of nursing care in a complex scenario.
- Demonstrated advanced knowledge of contemporary psychiatric nursing theory and practice with the ability to apply that knowledge to a mental health setting.
- Demonstrated interpersonal communication skills with the ability to work within a multidisciplinary team.
- Knowledge and the ability to utilise the principles of best practice, research, legislation and current trends in mental health service delivery and to contribute to the professional practice in the Mental Health Service.
- Knowledge of, or ability to quickly acquire and apply knowledge of relevant applications, including:
- Consumer Integrated Mental Health Application (CIMHA);
- Riskman;
- Hospital Base Client Information System (HBCIS); and
- Emergency Department Information System (EDIS).
Mandatory Requirements:
- Vaccinated against, and remain vaccinated against, certain vaccine preventable diseases (VPD) as outlined in the Health Employment Directive NO. 01/16 (PDF)
- Appointment to this position requires proof of qualification and registration or membership with the appropriate registration authority or association within Australia. Certified copies of the required information must be provided to the appropriate supervisor/manager, prior to the commencement of clinical duties.
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
Benefits
- 17.5% annual leave loading (Additional allowances/entitlements may apply)
- 12.75% employer contribution to superannuation
- Professional development
- Salary sacrificing options
- 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.
Further information
We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.
Documents
Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.
WM545505_02 Clinical Nurse_RD (PDF, 232KB)
Role DescriptionJoining the West Moreton Health Community (PDF, 301KB)
Information Package for ApplicantsWMH Leadership Standards (PDF, 241KB)
Information Package for ApplicantsWMH Nursing and Midwifery Professional Practice Model (PDF, 816KB)
Information Package for Applicants