Rheumatology Research Nurse

2 days ago

Heidelberg, Australia Austin Health Full time

Are you a current Austin Health employee?

If yes, please log in to the Austin Health careers website via ‘Employee Login’ using your network log in details to search, view and apply for all career opportunities available.

Austin Health is the major provider of tertiary health services, health professional education and  research across three campuses in the Northeast of Melbourne and state-wide. We have a highly engaged, diverse and collaborative workforce that is unified by our goal to help people live healthy and fulfilled lives.

About the Rheumatology Department

The Austin Health Department of Rheumatology provides specialist non-surgical care and treatment, on an inpatient and outpatient basis, to patients with rheumatic illnesses involving problems with joint, soft tissues and autoimmune diseases arising from an inappropriate immune response of the body.  The Unit evaluates and treats all forms of arthritis and has a range of sub-speciality clinics.  The Unit is interested in the ways in which imaging may facilitate the diagnosis of autoimmune diseases, most recently ultrasound and PET/CT scanning.  These are being used to help diagnose polymyalgia rheumatic conditions as well as to service patient care with ultrasound guided glucocorticoid injections.

The Rheumatology Unit offers a range of sub-speciality Outpatient Clinics including General Rheumatology, Ankylosing Spondilytis, Rheumatoid Arthritis, Rheumatology Orthopaedics, Scleroderma, Lupus, Systemic Autoimmune Diseases and Soft Tissue Injury.

About the role

An exciting 12-month fixed-term opportunity currently exists for an enthusiastic Rheumatology Research Nurse to work with the Department of Rheumatology in a newly created position to assist with Sterling PMR study.

A regular day will see you:

  • Employ an innovative and flexible approach to the nominated research project.
  • Attain a thorough understanding of the nominated clinical trial protocol.
  • As necessary, set up, conduct and complete the research project in line with relevant guidelines, study protocol, timelines and targets for recruitment
  • Liaise with other members of the Rheumatology team, data managers and the lead research site
  • Liaise with other health professionals within the hospital about the nominated research project if required (such as pharmacy, laboratories, medical records department, other wards)
  • Screen hospital patients for eligibility for the research project and to maintain a screening log when required by the research project protocol.
  • Maintain accurate and complete records of informed consent as required by the research project protocol.
  • Ensure accurate and timely completion of paper or electronic case reports and other study documentation.
  • Generate and participate in the presentation of research project progress reports and findings to the Rheumatology Department and other health professionals as required.
  • Attend relevant educational meetings or hospital orientation programs.
  • Promote the vision and goals of Austin Health and Medical Emergency Clinical Services Unit

About you

As the Rheumatology Research Nurse, you will be someone who has excellent communication skills, with a strong commitment to excellence in patient care. You’ll bring energy and drive to your work, and have a keen interest in developing your skillset.

To be successful in this role, you'll bring with you:

  • A commitment to Austin Health values: Integrity, Accountability, Respect and Excellence
  • Registered Nurse - Nurses Board of Victoria
  • Graduate Qualification in Nursing or equivalent
  • Substantial clinical experience in Rheumatology Nursing
  • Commitment to quality, best practice and environmental safety
  • Knowledge of legal and ethical requirements
  • Demonstrated knowledge of professional standards
  • Ability to communicate effectively in both written and verbal form
  • Patient/customer focused approach to care delivery
  • Ability to problem solve in a variety of situations
  • Ability to be flexible
  • Ability to liaise effectively with multidisciplinary team, patients and their relatives
  • Ability to prioritise workload

Our benefits

Working at Austin Health means enjoying a strong sense of purpose, engaging in meaningful work every day.  Our people also receive a variety of rewarding benefits, including:

  • Greater take-home pay through generous salary packaging
  • A suite of wellness initiatives designed to support you, including discounts on fitness memberships and health insurance, and a comprehensive wellbeing program
  • Mentoring and career development opportunities
  • Onsite childcare, easy access via public transport, car parking and end of journey facilities for cyclists

Work with us

We are committed to cultural safety and health equity for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander People.  We celebrate, value, and include people of all backgrounds, genders, identities, cultures, bodies, and abilities. We welcome and support applications from talented people identifying as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander, people with disability, neurodiverse people, LGBTQIA+ and people of all ages and cultures.

If you feel this role is right for you, we encourage your early application. Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and interviews may take place prior to the closing date. This means we reserve the right to close a job ad prior to the advertised closing date.

All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory National Police Check and if required, a Working With Children Check. If you require any reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process or have questions about this opportunity, you are welcome to reach out to the hiring manager: Lynlea Girard, Departmental Secretary, lynlea.girard@austin.org.au

Interested in finding out more about this opportunity? Read the position description for further details.

Application closing date: 6 December 2024

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