AddressJoin a highly skilled and motivated team at The Maitland Dialysis Unit who love what they do and are proud of the care that they deliver!
Applications Close: Monday, 1st April 2024
Registered Nurse
Dialysis
The Maitland Hospital
About the position:
We are seeking an experienced Haemodialysis Registered Nurse for a 12-week temporary contract available to work 8-hour shifts both morning and afternoon, Monday to Saturday. Work within a primary nursing care model for ongoing management of coordination of patient care within the satellite dialysis service.
- You will be required to undertake haemodialysis competencies on commencement of the position and at least biennially.
- You will work within the newest Dialysis Unit in the district based at The Maitland Hospital.
- You will be supported by a great team including speciality Nurse Practitioners, Clinical Nurse Educator, and Clinical Nurse Consultant.
- You will be working with a dynamic team who support each other and provide excellent care to their patients.
- You will be orientated to the unit as well as educated about the type of dialysis machines that are used.
Where you'll be working:
Join a highly skilled and motivated team at The Maitland Dialysis Unit who love what they do and are proud of the care that they deliver. The Dialysis Unit has 12 chairs and is part of the network of Dialysis Units under the John Hunter Hospital Department of Nephrology.
Our new Maitland Hospital started welcoming patients in early 2022. Designed in consultation with clinical experts, the new $470 million building forms part of the State Government’s $10.8 billion funding program to improve health facilities right across New South Wales – and importantly, aims to meet the growing demands of the Hunter Valley community. Some of the key benefits of our new Maitland Hospital include:
- An 80 per cent increase in beds.
- A new emergency stay unit, 12 chemotherapy chairs, additional MRI and CT scanners.
- Surgical, maternity, paediatric, palliative, renal dialysis and outpatient clinics.
- A helipad with a dedicated lift connecting directly to the emergency department.
- More than 800 parking spaces for staff and patients..
Benefits:
- Opportunities for ongoing professional development through haemodialysis competencies, ensuring nurses stay updated with the latest practices in the field.
- Work within the newest Dialysis Unit in the district, housed at The Maitland Hospital, equipped with modern amenities and cutting-edge technology designed to enhance patient care.
- Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero.
- ADO's each month (for full time employees).
- 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees).
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members.
- Opportunity to work and collaborate with a range of non-clinical and clinical professionals.
Requirements:
- Current registration as a Registered Nurse with AHPRA.
This position is for you if:
- You are highly motivated and have a passion for teamwork.
- You can adapt quickly to new environments.
- You are honest and have a good work ethic.
- You have a positive outlook and are highly sought-after.
Need more information?
For role-related queries or questions contact Kelly Adams on ***********@health.nsw.gov.au
Information for Applicants:
An eligibility list will be created for future temporary full or part time vacancies.
We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.
This position is full time; however, job share and/or part time arrangements will be considered.
All NSW Health workers are required to have completed a primary course of a COVID-19 vaccine which has been approved or recognised by the Therapeutics Goods Administration (TGA). New applicants must have completed the vaccination course prior to commencement with NSW Health or provide an approved medical contraindication certificate (AIR Immunisation History Statement) certifying the worker cannot have any approved COVID-19 vaccines available in NSW.
Acceptable proof of COVID-19 vaccination is the Australian Immunisation Register (AIR) Immunisation History Statement (IHS), or AIR COVID-19 Digital Certificate, or AIR COVID-19 and Influenza IHS. Booster doses are highly recommended for all health care workers who have completed the primary course of COVID-19 vaccinations.
Salary Packaging: is beneficial to most HNELHD employees and may increase your take-home pay! Salary package a range of personal expenses including novated motor vehicle leases, relocation expenses, and HECS/HELP debt. Find out more by contacting SalaryPackagingPLUS! via *********@salarypackagingplus.com.au or 1300 40 25 23. HNE Health employees may be eligible for a range of benefits such as allocated days off (ADO) for full time employees, long service leave, paid maternity leave, and salary packaging options including meal expenses.
