Intensive Care Unit Liaison Nurse

Position Title Intensive Care Unit Liaison Nurse
Employment Type Permanent Full Time, Permanent Part Time
Location Maroondah Hospital
Award Classification Registered Nurses and Midwives (22) (Nurses and Midwives Victorian Public Sector)(Single Interest Employers Enterprise Agreement 2020-2024) - RN G4B Y1
Hours (per fortnight) 104
Applications from Recruitment agencies will not be accepted
The successful applicant to this position will be required to undergo a pre-employment Police Check.
Position Summary
Intensive CareLiaison Nurse

• Permanent Part Time Full time - 1.0 EFT available
• Maroondah Hospital
• Generous Salary Packaging and Employee Benefits

Eastern Health
Eastern Health is one of Melbourne’s largest public health services. We provide a range of emergency, surgical, medical and general healthcare services, including maternity, palliative care, mental health, drug and alcohol, residential care, community health and state-wide specialist services to people and communities that are diverse in culture, age, socio-economic status, population and healthcare needs.
About the role
A unique opportunity exists for an advanced practice ICU nurse to further their professional portfolio within NSQHS Recognising and Responding to Acute Deterioration Standard, within Eastern Health as a member of the Maroondah Hospital ICU Liaison Nurse team.
As an ICLN you will exemplify Eastern Health values. You will support the management of patients being transferred from ICU to the wards aiming to minimise relocation stress for patients and their relatives and act as a resource for ward staff involved in the management of patients with complex care needs. You will attend medical emergency code calls; receive direct requests for assessment assistance for patients whose clinical condition may be ‘at risk’ or have signs of approaching MET call criteria.
The successful candidate/s will have demonstrated capacity as a clinical expert, continuing to be available to roster 0.2 EFT clinical shifts within the ICU. Rostered ICLN shifts include morning and afternoon shifts x 365 days per annum and you may also act as an ICU ACCESS nurse to enable timely admission into an available ICU bed and provide direct clinical allocated care.
Eastern Health provides a flexible, highly skilled workforce with learning and professional advancement opportunities, and develops clinical leadership amongst our capable workforce. Roster flexibility, teamwork, collaboration, and documentation requirements with research interests and electronic database entry /upkeep are essential components of this role.
Applications to extend current ICLN hours or split contract with an existing EH contract will be considered.
The ICLN reports to the ICU Nurse Unit Manager.
About you
To be successful in this role you will possess:

• Current Registered Nurse with AHPRA
• Post Graduate qualifications in Critical / Intensive Care
• Highly developed interpersonal and leadership experience working within diverse teams
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• A clinical expert with strong commitment to highest quality care

Please refer to the attached position description for further details of the role.
Vaccination against infectious disease is a mandatory requirement of this role. An offer of employment is conditional on you providing evidence that you are currently vaccinated against COVID-19 with booster & Influenza, prior to commencing employment.
What we offer
Eastern Health offers a variety of fantastic Employee Benefits, view the extensive range !

• Diverse and engaging career opportunities
• Friendly & supportive team
• Flexible working hours
• Salary packaging options
• Career progression in our teaching hospitals

Next Steps
If you believe you have the ability to make a difference in this rewarding industry, apply today!
Please note:

• All applications must be submitted online via E-Mercury
• All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Fit2Work Check, where preferred candidates will be required to complete a Criminal History Check at the expense of Eastern Health.
• You must have Australian work rights to apply for this position.
• Recruitment agency applications will not be accepted.

Eastern Health is a child safe organisation, committed to promoting the wellbeing and cultural safety of Aboriginal children, children with disabilities and all children in their diversity.
Eastern Health is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment that welcomes and values all people. We recognise that diversity is essential in ensuring Eastern Health provides the best service to its consumers.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, those from the LGBTIQ+ community, people living with disability and those from a culturally and linguistically diverse background, are strongly encouraged to apply. Those seeking support in submitting an application are welcome to contact the hiring manger listed or feel free to contact the .
Values in Action: Respect for all | Safe always | Partnering in care | Learning and improving every day
**Please note applications will be screened upon receipt and advertising may close prior to the closing date.**
Selection Criteria Essential: Post Graduate Critical Care qualified RN with recency of practice / experience
Desirable: Prior experience in the role as an ICU Liaison / Outreach Nurse
Contact Person Carol McKenzie
Contact Number (03) 8706 3060
Contact Email carol.mckenzie@easternhealth.org.au
Closing Date 23/02/2024
Position Description Eastern-Health-Position-Description-Proforma--2024_LN.pdf
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Please note that this position will close at 11:45pm on the closing date.
Please ensure your application is added before this time as we do not accept late applications.