Locum Registered Nurse

Locum Registered Nurse - Cairns Based.

Incredible, rarely advertised opportunity for a locum Registered Nurse opportunity in stunning Cairns, Far North Queensland with a not-for-profit charity.

Please quote job reference:1482332

About our Client, your new employer:

Wheels of Wellness (WoW) Ltd is a progressive, values based not-for-profit charity, specialising in delivering primary healthcare to the most disadvantaged and vulnerable members of the Cairns community. WoW’s highly motivated and committed team of health professionals and volunteers deliver free, person centered medical, allied healthcare and social and emotional support.

The WoW service model combines both a mobile outreach and fixed premises approach to the delivery of primary healthcare by GP’s, Indigenous health workers, Registered Nurses and a mental health social worker.

The aim is to provide a safe service, free from judgment where clients feel welcome and heard because we want them to remain engaged in their healthcare journey.

A little about the role:

We are seeking a Locum Registered Nurse to commence work ASAP and be available until the end of June.

You will be working with the Indigenous health worker who supports their GPs in the primary healthcare assessment, diagnoses and treatment of people experiencing homelessness or sleeping rough, Indigenous Australians and people with diagnosed and undiagnosed mental illness, poverty, domestic and family violence at a time when they need it most, in the place where it is needed.

Supported by the practice manager and senior medical officer the locum Registered Nurse role will also ensure the safe daily operations of the clinic and participate in quality improvement process and meetings as required.

Being an integral part of the WoW team involves nurturing collaborative relationships with clients, referral partners, and community stakeholders, which is pivotal to the success of this role.

The role is supported by a passionate and dedicated multidisciplinary team. Their service operates on a fully bulk-billed basis, with appointment schedules designed to accommodate the diverse and complex needs of their clients.

All about you:

We are currently in search of a locum Registered Nurse to join our team, starting as soon as possible and continuing until the end of June. This role is suited for a flexible, dynamic Registered Nurse who is genuinely committed to making a positive impact on the lives of our clients.

Ideally you will possess 5 or more years of experience in primary healthcare, with a particular interest in:

• Indigenous Health,
• Chronic Disease,
• Mental Health.
Given the social circumstances and vulnerability of our clients, we seek a passionate clinician capable of quickly building rapport.

What’s in it for you,

• Work for a well-regarded not - for - profit and local Cairns charity.
• Locum opportunity
• Give back to the community through your work.

Please apply directly to Aussie Locums. Applications via other agencies or directly to Wheels of Wellness will be forwarded to Aussie Locums.

Invitations are now open to apply for this incredible position today. Nichole Fitzgerald is available to discuss this role in the strictest of confidence. Please forward your resume or contact Nichole today.
E: *******@aussielocums.com.au P: +61 7 4031 9991 M: 0448 886 ***