College Nurse

About the Opportunity:

John Paul College is a vibrant educational institution committed to providing a nurturing environment for students to thrive academically and personally.

Following a recent review and restructuring of our operational systems in our Health Centre we are excited to announce a part-time opportunity for a dedicated and compassionate nurse to join our team two days per week during term time.  

The successful candidate for this role will provide comprehensive health care and first aid to our students, staff and visitors ensuring compliance with health regulations and College policies for the effective operation of the Health Centre.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide primary health care in line with professional nursing standards, College policies, and legislation.
• Offer First Aid and emergency care on campus.
• Manage and administer prescribed medications and health care procedures.
• Maintain accurate and confidential health records.
• Support educational functions and promote healthy lifestyles within the school community.
• Act as a liaison for the College with parents, students, and health agencies.
• Participate in meetings and case conferences regarding student health.

Risk Management & Compliance:

• Ensure adherence to incident management and WHS processes.
• Ensure compliance with State health regulations and College policies.
• Advise on and support the development of College health processes.
• Undertake regular reviews and make recommendations for the Health Centre, Boarding Village and International programs.
• Participate in risk management strategies and health and safety planning.
• Uphold College policies relating to Child Protection and act as a Student Protection Officer.

Health Centre & Boarding Medical Operations:

• Maintain a clean and safe environment.
• Prepare reports on health trends, incidents, absences, and student concerns.
• Undertake additional duties as required to support College wellbeing.
• Supporting boarding and homestay students to attend appointments.

Join us at John Paul College and contribute to a safe and healthy learning environment. Apply now to become a part of our community

About the Roles:

This exciting role will provide the chance to work in a supportive environment, and the opportunity to make a significant impact on student care and wellbeing.

The Nursing opportunity will be structed as:

• Term time role plus two additional weeks per annum (total of 39 weeks per year)
• Thursday & Friday from 7:30am to 2:30pm with a 30-minute break daily
• This is a total of 6.5 hours per day / 13 hours per week.
• Based in the JPC Heath Centre, this role will also work collaboratively within the Health Centre alongside a dedicated team of nurses to ensure the highest standard of care for all students.

Part-time staff at JPC enjoy a generous fee discount, free OSHC (Outside School Hours Care), and access to a range of other benefits

If you are passionate about nursing and looking to advance your career in a dynamic and evolving health centre, we would love to hear from you

About You:

Working closely with teachers, administrators, and parents, you will be responsible for coordinating and delivering comprehensive nursing care, health education, and support services to ensure the overall well-being of the school community.

With a background in supporting first aid, implementing emergency response protocols, and fostering collaborative relationships in a school environment, you will also be an individual who is dedicated to creating a safe and supportive environment for optimal learning and growth.

Our ideal candidates will also have:

• Registered Nursing qualification
• A current AHPRA Nursing Registration
• A current paid blue card (Working with Children Check)
• A current First Aid Certification
• Training in Anaphylaxis and Asthma Response and management
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to effectively liaise with all key stakeholders including students, parents, guardians, colleagues, and member of the community.
• An active interest in paediatric and/or adolescent health
• Reasonable computer literacy and administration skills
• A commitment to actively support the mission and values of the College, and
• The ability to create and maintain a positive and collaborative working environment.

How to Apply:

Applications for this role can be submitted by clicking “Apply” before 10 January 2025.

Please ensure your application includes the following information -

• A cover letter addressed to the attention of Mrs Rebecca Gallagher, which details how your recent relevant experience will assist you in excelling at JPC.
• Your current resume which shares your previous working experience and qualifications.
• The names and contact details for at least two professional referees. 

All applications will be held in confidence.

John Paul College is an equal-opportunity employer, and we encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

The College reserves its right to interview and offer this role prior to the closing date of this advertisement. If you are interested in joining John Paul College, please do not hesitate in applying.