Registered Nurse

2 weeks ago

Cairns, Queensland, Australia Apunipima Cape York Health Council Full time
Registered Nurse - Primary Health Care (PHC)

Nursing - Community, Maternal & Child Health (Healthcare & Medical)

The filling of this position is specified. Applicants must provide contact details or a written reference from an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person who is willing to support their application.

About Us

Apunipima Cape York Health Council is a community controlled Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander health service, which provides culturally appropriate, family centred, primary health care services to the communities and people of Cape York.

About the Opportunity

The Registered Nurse – PHC is responsible for delivering evidence based primary health care nursing services consistent with the Apunipima Way and Model of Care, to maximise health outcomes for the people of Cape York. As the Registered Nurse – PHC, you will work independently in Cape York locations to deliver quality services including child and family health, health education activities and chronic disease management.

This is a FIFO position from Cairns. A typical week involves flying out from Cairns on Monday morning and returning to Cairns on Friday. You will be provided with accommodation and a travel allowance as a FIFO employee.

Pre-employment screening for vaccination against Vaccine Preventable Diseases will be conducted for the successful applicant.

About You

To be successful in this role you will have:

  • A degree qualification in Nursing with current registration with Australian Health Practice Registration Authority (APHRA) as a Registered Nurse (Division 1)
  • Queensland immunisation endorsement
  • Current Queensland Drivers Licence
  • Proven experience as a Practice Nurse or Registered Nurse in a Primary Health Care setting
  • Demonstrated ability to plan, coordinate and evaluate client care across the primary health care continuum
  • Demonstrated experience and competence in clinical problem solving
  • High level nursing knowledge and skills to assess, plan, implement and evaluate client care
  • Demonstrated competency in compliance with clinical environment requirements, particularly in relation to infection control and management of cold chain process
  • A high level understanding of the importance of quality, safety and risk in a healthcare environment
  • High level knowledge of legislation, standards, policies and procedures relevant to contemporary nursing practice and specific to primary health care
  • Advanced interpersonal and communication skills that support competent nursing practice, mentoring of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Workers, and working within a multidisciplinary team environment
  • Understanding of the historical and contemporary issues that impact on Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people and their communities, particularly in Cape York
  • Ability to communicate sensitively and effectively with Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people in accordance with community protocols and customs

Why Apunipima?

Apunipima is a great place to work, with opportunities to grow and develop and an environment of respect. A career with Apunipima offers unique opportunities and experiences that set it apart from other more mainstream health services. Our people are a committed team, dedicated to improving the health outcomes of Queensland's most at risk people. We do this by providing comprehensive and culturally appropriate primary health care for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people that focuses on empowerment, family and community.

Join us as we navigate the exciting challenges and rewards of health care in the diverse and beautiful landscape of Cape York, in partnership with its people, rich history and culture. As the Registered Nurse - PHC, you will be provided with an attractive remuneration package, 5 weeks annual leave, annual leave loading, generous salary packaging opportunities and more. Relocation assistance is available for eligible applicants.

To apply for this role, submit your cover letter and resume addressing the above criteria. Applications close on Sunday, 23 June 2024.

If you would like to have a confidential discussion about this role, or if you have any questions, please contact Renee Montgomery, Operations Manager, Outreach Services via or [email protected] .

Apunipima Cape York Health Council is an equal opportunity employer.

Your application will include the following questions:

Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?

Do you have a current Australian driver's licence?

Are you currently registered with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)?

Do you have a current Police Check (National Police Certificate) for employment?

Have you completed a qualification in nursing?

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