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SalaryAre you a Registered Nurse with an interest in Child Health? An exciting backfill opportunity has arisen for the successful candidate to work within the Primary School Health Readiness Program!
Work to conduct health screening activities with children in the community to promote early identification and intervention to address targeted health issues.
Ready for a change? Apply now!
Job details Position status Fixed Term Temporary
Position type Part-time
Occupational group Health - Nursing
Classification Nurse Grade 5
Workplace Location Rockhampton region
Job ad reference QLD/RK4C550941
Closing date 24-Mar-2024
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Salary Other
Job duration 18 March 2024 - 14 February 2025
Contact person Christine Young
Contact details (07) 4920 6906
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About us:
The Child and Family Health Service provide a range of services, including the Primary School Nurse Health Readiness Program, Child and Family Health Service, School Base Youth Health Service, and the Extended Midwifery Service. The facility provides multidisciplinary primary community health services to young children and their families who reside in the Rockhampton area.
About the role:
The Registered Nurse (RN) within the Primary School Health Readiness Program will conduct health screening activities with children in community settings to promote early identification and intervention to address targeted health issues. The position entails travel to Primary Schools within a designated area.
About you:
To be successful in this role you must have registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) as a Registered Nurse and a current annual practicing certificate.
- An ability to work autonomously and in a team to achieve service objectives. This includes the ability to recognise situations which necessitate supervision or guidance and seek appropriate support, as well as the ability to facilitate collaboration and teamwork to promote effective working relationships.
- Effective written and interpersonal skills and an ability to liaise with a range of stakeholders to coordinate service activities.
- Experience working with children and their families with demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with children using techniques that are appropriate for age and developmental stage, while supporting families to participate in health care through a negotiated partnership approach.
Salary information:
Total remuneration value of up to $3,919 p.m. is comprised of:
- A salary between $40.51 - $51.97 p.h.
- 12.75% employer superannuation contribution
- 17.5% leave loading
- Professional Development Opportunities
- Education Opportunities – Study and Research
- Work-Life Balance, Variety and Flexibility
- Generous Salary Sacrificing
- Paid Parental Leave
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Discounted Private Health Insurance
- Fitness Passport
It is a condition of employment for this role for the employee to be, and remain, vaccinated against vaccine preventable diseases as listed on the Role Description.
How to apply:
To submit your application / expression of interest, please include:
- Your current CV or resume, including referees.
- A short 1 to 2 page cover letter outlining how your experience, abilities and knowledge align with the organisational values, accountabilities and “How you will be Assessed” section of the Role Description.
- Include any additional forms / evidence as attached or listed on the Role Description.
For assistance, contact and quote the Job Ad Reference (JAR) RK4C550941.
Applications close: Sunday, 24 March 2024.
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Role Description
