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About the role
We are seeking a dedicated Enrolled Endorsed Nurse! You will assist in providing withdrawal management nursing services inclusive of admission/discharging clients to and from unit, physical assessment, mental and physical health care.
Responsibilities include
- Assist and communicating with GP when GP is on duty for clients needs or concerns
- Maintain a professional, respectful, and collaborative relationship with AOD Support staff
- Assist on the unit with tasks such as cleaning and making up rooms post discharge of clients and general tidying of unit
- Assisting in completing unit audits and reporting back to nurse team leader on findings
- Available to assist in supporting RN and AOD support workers in the afternoon
This is a permanent part-time position, 25 hours per week, based in Corio, VIC.
You will have
- Qualifications in Nursing and current registration with Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)
- Completed or in progress of completing Cert IV in Alcohol and Other Drugs Competencies or AOD skill set 4 units (Be willingness to obtain within first 12 months of employment)
- Experience and/or demonstrated competence in nursing in the alcohol and other drugs nursing environment, including working with people with mental health conditions
- Knowledge of the Guidelines and issues relating to withdrawal management
- Demonstrated skills in triage, medical assessment, decision making and providing appropriate nursing interventions and to provide crisis support
- Demonstrated ability to work with people from different cultures and religious backgrounds
- Demonstrated effective communication skills with people displaying challenging behaviours
- Confident computer skills to use Microsoft office programs such as: Outlook, Teams, Microsoft word, Excel, SharePoint, and ability to learn and use TSAs documentation software
- Understanding of and commitment to the mission and values of The Salvation Army
- A Current Driver's Licence
Benefits of working at The Salvation Army
- We offer our eligible employees NFP salary packaging ($15,900 tax free) plus meals and entertainment benefits
- Employee Assistance Program - Independent confidential counselling service
- Discounted health and fitness programs through Fitness Passport
- Generous Parental Leave offering of 12 weeks
- Up to 5 days paid leave per year to support a TSA program or activity
- An inclusive culture of dedicated, passionate and professional team members
- Positively supporting and impacting the lives of others through your career contribution
Applications will close as soon as a suitable candidate is secured. Do not delay in submitting your application today!
About Us
The Salvation Army is a Christian movement and one of Australia's largest and most-loved charities, helping thousands of Australians every year find hope in the midst of all kinds of personal hardship. The Salvation Army offers the opportunity to use your professional skills and expertise to make a real difference in the lives of people who need help most.
How to Apply
If you're excited by this unique opportunity, the above sounds like you, and you have a heart for working for an organisation that truly does transform lives, we would love to speak to you. We are looking for compassionate people who share our mission and values. If you have the passion and drive to commit yourself to a challenging and rewarding role; we invite you to apply via the link and submit a current CV and a cover letter which details your alignment with the essential requirements of the role.
The Salvation Army is an Equal Opportunity Employer who provides an inclusive work environment and embraces the diverse talent of its people. We value people of all cultures, languages, capacities, sexual orientations, gender identities and/or expressions. We are committed to achieving a diverse workforce and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
The Salvation Army is a child safe organisation and is committed to protecting children and young people from harm. All child facing roles will require the successful completion of a Working with Children Check. Applicants for all roles require a mandatory National Police Check.
We value Integrity, Compassion, Respect, Diversity, and Collaboration.
