AddressClassification Level: GO4 ($41.96 per hour + 25% Casual Loading)
We have a fantastic opportunity for an Immunisation Nurse to join our team on a casual basis.
About Us
As one of the fastest growing council areas in South Australia, the City of Playford is focused on building sustainable foundations and places the community at the heart of everything we do. With our urban centre as the CBD of Northern Adelaide, our city is enriched by growing and diverse communities in new and established suburbs, rural and hills townships and horticultural lands.
The work that we do and the decisions that we make are in the best interests of the whole and contribute to a sustainable organisational future. Modelling open decision making, we provide a supportive and collaborative environment where employees feel engaged and connected to the work of the organisation, to each other, and the community.
About the Role
The Immunisation Nurse will administer vaccinations to clients as part of the City of Playford Immunisation Service through secondary schools, businesses, seasonal influenza programs and community clinics.
In this role you will:
- Administer vaccines to the community as part of the annual vaccination program.
- Provide information about vaccinations and their benefits in a clear and concise manner.
- Provide community education and advice to consumers and other allied health professionals.
- Participate in weekly clinics and support the Community Immunisation Nurse Coordinator to ensure compliance with service delivery standards and demands.
- Timely and accurate data entry of vaccination records.
About You
People are at the heart of everything you do – your team, your internal and external customers, and your community. You are passionate about contributing to an Organisation that provides information, services, and infrastructure that supports a growing and thriving Playford community.
You are someone who can demonstrate experience in a similar role, including the ability to work effectively with the community and organisational stakeholders. You will be a Registered Nurse with the ability to work independently to provide immunisation clinics and you will have a solid working knowledge of common vaccines and their precautions and contra-indications.
You will also value community-based service delivery and enjoy working with people from a variety of backgrounds. You will have excellent interpersonal, communication and organisational skills with the ability to prioritise tasks and work under broad guidance with minimal supervision.
More Information
If you hold an interest in this position and would like further information, please contact Manager – Environmental Health and Immunisation, James Story on (08) 8256 0***.
How to ApplySimply complete the application process by clicking the “Apply Now” button and we’ll be in touch.
Applications close at 12:00pm on Friday 08 March 2024.
Incumbents in this position may be required to possess or be willing to gain a National Criminal History Clearance and a DCSI Working with Children Clearance.
The City of Playford values diversity and work life balance. If you require any reasonable adjustments to be made to support you in submitting your application including alternative vacancy formats and application options, please refer to the Manager's contact details above. Any information provided will be kept confidential and will only be used to support your access to fully participate in the recruitment process.
