AddressThe RoleWe are seeking a Practice Nurse to join our team at the Berrigan Medical Centre 4 days per week 8.30 am – 5 pm. Working hours may be negotiated for the successful applicant.
The purpose of the Practice Nurse is to provide quality support to the General Practitioner and adhere to legal, ethical, and industry compliance standards.
About YouTo be successful in the role, you will have experience in providing nursing support within a General Practice setting. You will possess:
- Passion for the caring industry and delivering person-centered care.
- Rapport and relationship-focused, with the ability to build strong relationships with others, including our patients and team members.
- Commitment to quality improvement, risk management, and the accreditation process.
- True collaborator with a passion for building and empowering teams to do their best work every day
- Listen and involve patients, team members, and families in all aspects of service delivery.
- Be energised and motivated in your uncompromised delivery of highly skilled care with a strong attention to detail.
- Ability to work within, and contribute to, the Mission, Vision, and Values of Berrigan Medical Centre.
Essential Criteria
- Current registration with the AHPRA.
- Professional Indemnity Insurance.
- Demonstrated patient-focused approach in service provision.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Ability to prioritise and organise.
- Demonstrated commitment to ongoing professional development.
- Awareness of the principles of medical ethics.
- An understanding of the Accreditation Standards for General Practice
Position Responsibilities
- Practice, comply, and maintain up-to-date knowledge of the Nursing Professions Code of Ethics and legislation.
- Implementing health assessment and care plans for patients.
- Chronic disease management including diabetes, asthma, and health education.
- Coordination of services with other health care professionals and case management.
- Clinical role including triage of patients, acute assessments, pathology collection, Injections, suture removal, wound management, removal of plaster casts, Urinalysis.
- Maintain emergency drugs and equipment.
- Contribute to WHS and safety of practice environment including infection control guidelines, sharps, and practice policy and procedures.
- Practice Management support.
- Ability to assist and provide feedback regarding the development of budgets, processes, procedures, and policies within the organisation.
What We Offer
- A supportive and collaborative team environment, with an extensive onboarding and induction program to make you part of our team from day one.
- We are committed to upskilling our workforce and offer ongoing training and development opportunities.
- We understand that mental health and overall well-being is crucial for health, and we offer extensive Employee Assistance Program coverage for all employees.
- Our community spirit is where you really make a difference. We hold regular employee special events including annual family picnic days, BBQ’s and Christmas parties.
If you are looking to become part of a great community-focused team, we would love to hear from you. Please apply through the link below.
THIS IS INITIALLY A MATERNITY RELIEF POSITION, HOWEVER MAY LEAD TO A PERMANENT POSITION.
HOURS AND CONITIONS MAY BE NEGOTIABLE TO THE RIGHT CANDIDATE.
Please contact Sandra Gray ( Practice Manager ) for further information:
Ph 03 5883 4***
Summary of role requirements:
- Looking for candidates available to work:
- Monday: Morning, Afternoon
- Tuesday: Afternoon, Morning
- Wednesday: Morning, Afternoon
- Thursday: Afternoon, Morning
- Friday: Morning, Afternoon
- 2-3 years of relevant work experience required for this role
- Working rights required for this role
- Expected start date for role: 01 June 2024
- Expected salary: $48 - $50 per hour
