Practice nurse

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Care

• Perform comprehensive patient assessments and triage as required.
• Provide wound care, dressings, and minor procedures assistance.
• Administer vaccinations and immunisations (childhood, adult, travel, and flu).
• Support GPs with health assessments, care plans, and chronic disease management.
• Conduct cervical screening (if accredited).
• Perform ECGs, spirometry, ear syringing, and other relevant procedures.
• Maintain infection control standards and sterilisation of instruments.
• Participate in recalls, reminders, and follow-up of test results.

Patient Education & Health Promotion

• Provide patient education on chronic conditions (e.g., diabetes, asthma, heart disease).
• Support preventive health programs, including lifestyle counselling, screening, and risk factor management.
• Promote vaccination uptake and preventive care initiatives.

Practice Support & Compliance

• Assist GPs during clinical procedures and emergency situations.
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation in patient records.
• Ensure compliance with RACGP Standards for general practices.
• Adhere to confidentiality, privacy, and workplace health and safety policies.
• Participate in audits, accreditation, and quality improvement activities.

3. Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Accurate and timely documentation in patient records.
• Patient satisfaction and positive feedback.
• Compliance with infection control and immunisation standards.
• Contribution to meeting practice targets (e.g., chronic disease care plans, health assessments).
• Active participation in team meetings and continuous improvement initiatives.

4. Selection Criteria

Essential:

• Current registration with AHPRA as a Registered Nurse (RN) or Enrolled Nurse (EN).
• Demonstrated clinical skills relevant to general practice nursing.
• Knowledge of chronic disease management, immunisation schedules, and wound care.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong commitment to patient-centred care, confidentiality, and professional ethics.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

Desirable:

• Immunisation certification (QLD Health approved).
• Cervical Screening Provider accreditation.
• Previous experience in general practice or primary health care.
• Familiarity with Best Practice, MedicalDirector, or equivalent clinical software.
• CPR certification (current).

5. Key Relationships

Internal: General Practitioners, Practice Manager, Receptionists, Allied Health staff.

External: Patients, carers, pathology and diagnostic services, Primary Health Networks, Queensland Health.

6. Values & Behaviours

• Respectful, compassionate, and professional in all interactions.
• Commitment to continuous professional development.
• Adherence to evidence-based practice and clinical safety.
• Collaborative, adaptable, and team-focused.

7. Work Health & Safety

• Comply with QLD WHS legislation and practice policies.
• Maintain a safe environment for staff, patients, and visitors.
• Report hazards, incidents, and near misses promptly.
• Follow infection prevention and control guidelines.

8. Conditions of Employment

• Covered under the Nurses Award 2020 (MA or relevant enterprise agreement.
• Remuneration based on classification and experience.
• Hours as rostered with flexibility to cover shifts.
• Probationary period of six months.
• Performance reviews conducted annually.

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent, Casual

Pay: $30.00 – $43.00 per hour

Expected hours: 21 – 38 per week

Experience:

• General practice: 2 years (Required)

Work Authorisation:

• Australia (Preferred)

Work Location: In person