Nurse Practitioner - Eating Disorder Treatment

Provide nursing care at an advanced scope of clinical practice including expanded skills and knowledge.
Job details Position status Permanent
Position type Flexible part-time
Occupational group Health - Nursing
Classification Nurse Grade 8
Workplace Location Brisbane - North
Job ad reference QLD/MH550897
Closing date 22-Mar-2024
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Salary Other
Job duration Permanent part time
Contact person Jo Malone
Contact details (07) 3100 7500
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About the role
The purpose of this role is to provide nursing care at an advanced scope of clinical practice including expanded skills and knowledge in assessment, care planning and implementation, diagnoses, and evaluation of nursing care for a cohort of consumer/persons in the specialty area of Eating Disorder Treatment for QuEDS. This role works collaboratively with the interprofessional team and contributes to enhanced consumer/person outcomes by actively leading and supporting existing and emerging nurse-led models of care whilst maintaining flexibility and responsiveness to the needs of the health service and consumer populations.
About you
You will be assessed on your ability to demonstrate the following values within the context of the “Key Accountabilities” found in the role description.

• Respect – demonstrates interpersonal savvy, builds culturally responsible rapport and constructive relationships while acting with diplomacy and tact and communicates effectively to encourage open expression of ideas and interest, and manages conflict in line with target group needs and principles of natural justice.
• Teamwork – collaborates effectively to gain trust, foster team interaction, maximise support and acknowledge the contribution of others, considers strategies to support career progression within a culture of development where differences are valued and supported.
• Compassion – identifies opportunities to build capacity to address consumer expectations, undertakes self- reflection, considers ambiguity and modifies behaviour to proactively and constructively address risk, crises and change while exhibiting confidence and a positive attitude.
• High Performance – cultivates innovation, is action oriented, drives results and supports Metro North Health's vision and purpose to exceed expectations of our patients and stakeholders
• Integrity – applies the principles of sound and ethical decision making in addressing issues, supporting others, and monitoring and evaluating evidence and results, takes personal responsibility for decisions and the achievement of ideas to fruition despite expressed differences.

Appointment to this position requires proof of qualification and registration with the NMBA as a Nurse Practitioner (NP). Certified copies of the required information must be provided to the appropriate supervisor/manager prior to the commencement of employment.
It is a mandatory requirement that the successful applicant has completed an NMBA-approved program of study OR a program that is substantially equivalent to an NMBA-approved program of study as determined by the NMBA leading to endorsement as a Nurse Practitioner.
To maintain endorsement as a Nurse Practitioner, an additional 10 hours of Continuing Professional Development relating to prescribing and administration of medicines, diagnostic investigations, consultation and referral must be completed annually.
Benefits when working for us

• Rewarding career and development opportunities across a wide range of clinical and non-clinical areas
• Value driven organisation which provides a work environment that is safe, satisfying, flexible, and promotes a healthy work-life balance
• Flexible working arrangements and competitive salary rates with annual incremental increases
• Benefit from a higher than standard employer contribution to Superannuation of up to 12.75% and access to salary packaging

Be part of a world-class, dynamic and growing health service that embraces technology and innovation, excellence in healthcare, quality teaching and cutting edge research. Metro North Health is committed to providing a diverse and inclusive workplace for all employees. We offer unique and rewarding professional development opportunities in a safe and flexible work environment with a focus on putting our people first. You can find out more about why it's so great to work at Metro North here:
Job ad reference number: MH550897
Close date: Friday, 22 March 2024
Find out about the role in more detail and how to apply in the attached Role Description.
APPLICATIONS RECEIVED VIA THIRD PARTIES (RECRUITMENT AGENCIES ETC.) WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED
Further information
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Role Description
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