Clinical Nurse

About The Role
The Clinical Nurse is a registered nurse who is accountable for practice at an advanced level, working collaboratively within the unit and with other members of the health care team including consumers/carers, other health professionals, general practitioners and other agencies (including non-Government agencies). This role provides the delivery of clinical care and support specific to Gatton Health Service within a clinical setting.
Gatton Health Service is a 10 bed sub-acute care facility providing a comprehensive range of inpatient and ambulatory care services accepting both private and public patients. It is situated approximately thirty minutes from Toowoomba and forty-five minutes from Ipswich. Gatton Health Service provides varied services including inpatient care to medical, sub-acute post surgical, palliative, rehabilitation and minor paediatric cases.
Gatton Health service also has a 24-hour emergency service, and our allied health team includes Physiotherapy, Occupational Therapy, Social Work, along with Child Health and Immunisation and several other visiting services
About You
Our ideal candidate will be someone who can demonstrate the following:
Demonstrated advanced clinical knowledge in the area of rural and remote delivering expert nursing care in complex situations while providing support and direction to other teamDemonstrated ability to role model excellent standards of comprehensive, evidence-based nursing care and documentation to facilitate quality patient outcomes, in accordance with National Safety and Quality Health Service and professionalDemonstrated ability to communicate effectively with members of the healthcare team, patients, relatives and visitors and maintain a positive workplace culture through well developed consultation, liaison, negotiation and conflict resolutionDemonstrates a strong team commitment through ability to provide clinical education and support at an advancedDemonstrated ability to coordinate staff and manage delegated resources including prioritising needs and supporting day-to-dayPro-actively manages own continuous learning and development
Mandatory Requirements
Vaccinated against, and remain vaccinated against, certain vaccine preventable diseases (VPD) as outlined in the Health Employment Directive NO. 01/16
About West Moreton Health
West Moreton Health is one of the most rapidly evolving health services in the south east corner, with a community growth expected to almost double to more than 588,000 by 2036. Our vision is for a robust hospital and health service that includes fit-for-purpose spaces, interconnected buildings, multi-disciplinary health services, research, education and community partnerships.
To read more on how West Moreton Health are committed to transforming and optimising our care, to meet the health care needs of our growing and diverse community – Follow this link
Benefits
17.5% annual leave loading (Additional allowances/entitlements may apply)12.75% employer contribution to superannuationProfessional developmentSalary sacrificing options Wellness programsEmployee Assistance Service (EAS).
To apply
Further information regarding this role please download and read the attached Role Description and Information Packages. You will need to submit your Cover Letter, CV or Resume including the names and contact details of two referees and a short response (maximum 1-2 pages) on how your experience, abilities, knowledge and personal qualities are relevant to the role.
Applications to remain current for a period of 12 months and may be used to fill a similar vacancy.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply for all West Moreton Health vacancies.
Further information
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