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Form of workAbout Moorditj Koort Health Aboriginal Organisation
Moorditj Koort Aboriginal Corporation (MKAC) is an Aboriginal community controlled, not-for-profit organisation supporting the health and wellness of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples living in Western Australia.
The Vision is to contribute to healthy and flourishing Aboriginal communities across WA by providing access to a holistic one-stop-shop for health and wellbeing support.
Position summary:
The Nurse Practitioner (NP) plays a critical role in providing comprehensive healthcare services to patients, incorporating advanced clinical skills and knowledge within the framework of state regulations. Collaborating closely with GPs and healthcare teams, the NP participates in developing and executing patient treatment plans, emphasizing holistic care and patient-centered approaches.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities:
Clinical
- Maintain competence to practice in accordance with national competency standards for the Nurse Practitioner as directed by the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (NMBA).
Provide advanced and expert care to patients and families in accordance with Nurse Practitioner legislation and functions by:
- prescribing medications
-ordering and analyzing pathology and radiological tests referring patients to general practitioners and other health professionals
-undertaking patient care on referral from health professionals
- Patient management within own scope of practice
- Provide management of long-term conditions in line with national guidelines and pathways
- Manage patient recalls, reminders and follow up of test results
- Work collaboratively to support medical, nursing and allied health colleagues in the performance of their clinical role
- Refer for specialist care where indicated
- Record and maintain accurate, adequate and relevant patient records using the established practice protocols and client medical records system (MMEX and Best Practice) while meeting legislative standards and accreditation requirements.
Leadership and Management
- Promote and provide effective clinical leadership
- Develop and promote positive workplace relations Identify opportunities to improve and promote evidence-based clinical practice
- Seek opportunities for ongoing professional education
- Participate in relevant committees and special projects as indicated
- Promote cost effective use of consumables
The successful candidate must have the following essential certifications.
- Masters degree in Nursing
- Registered Nurse with valid AHPRA Registration (Essential)
- Clinical Experience
- WA Valid Driver’s license
- Police Clearance no more than 3 months old
- Valid Working with children’s check
- First Aid or willing to obtain
- COVID-19 Vaccination Certificate
Skills, Abilities and Knowledge
- Experience within a general practice setting
- Experience working with First Nations people
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build trust with community.
- Demonstrated understanding of key cultural issues influencing practice, patient relationship and patient need
- Advanced clinical experience in the assessment and treatment of illness and injury and health promotion relevant to the role and within individual scope of practice
- Experience with the accreditation process and quality improvement requirements
- Ability to work autonomously and be a self-starter, with a high degree of initiative and problem-solving skills across multiple sectors.
- Minimum 2 years’ experience in a Nurse Practitioner role.
Further Information
To obtain the job description or for additional information regarding the position please contact our Human Resource Team on 08 6174 7*** or ***************@mkac.com.au
Moorditj Koort reserves the right to withdraw this advertisement prior to the stated closing date.
