11 Aug
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Gladstone Region Aboriginal and Islander Community Controlled Health Service
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Tasmania
11 Aug
Gladstone Region Aboriginal and Islander Community Controlled Health Service
Tasmania
Gladstone Region Aboriginal and Islander Community Controlled Health Service – Gladstone QLD
Gladstone Region Aboriginal and Islander Community Controlled Health Service Limited (GRAICCHS), trading asNhulundu Health Service, provides a comprehensive range of primary health care, aged care and community support services across the Gladstone and Central Queensland region.
We are seeking a motivated experienced Registered Nurse who is passionate about making a difference in health outcomes for the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Community, to join our multidisciplinary team and support the delivery of high-quality, culturally secure primary health care services to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and the wider community.
Why Join Us?
At Nhulundu, we know that great nurses deserve a workplace that supports both their career and their wellbeing.
We offer:
Monday to Friday roster –no weekends, shift work or public holidays
8:30 am to 5:00 pm working hours
Monthly RDO(Rostered Day Off)
Birthday Leave- Paid Day Off
Generoussalary packaging benefitsto increase your take-home pay
Supportive and collaborativemultidisciplinary team
Ongoingprofessional developmentand training opportunities
A meaningful role where you canbuild lasting relationshipswith clients and families
The prospect tocontribute to Closing the Gapand improving health outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people
Awelcoming workplacewith a strong commitment to cultural safety and community-led care
About the role:
As a Registered Nurse,
you will provide comprehensive primary health care services while working closely with GPs and a multidisciplinary team to improve the health and wellbeing of our community.
More specifically, this role will focus on key activities, including but not limited to:
Deliver comprehensive primary health care services including triage, health assessments, wound care, immunisations and routine clinical procedures.
Support chronic disease management through client assessments, care planning, monitoring and follow-up.
Provide health promotion, education and preventative health initiatives to individuals, families and the broader community.
Coordinate referrals and collaborate with GPs, specialists, hospitals and other health providers to ensure continuity of care.
Maintain safe clinical practices, including infection control, medication management and vaccine cold chain management.
Ensure accurate clinical documentation and support Medicare billing requirements.
Participate in quality improvement initiatives and contribute to the ongoing enhancement of service delivery.
Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to achieve positive health outcomes for clients.
Contributing to a positive team environment by mentoring students and colleagues, participating in quality improvement activities and maintaining professional standards.
What we are looking for:
You are a compassionate and motivated Registered Nurse who enjoys working in a community-focused environment and values culturally safe care, who meet the following criteria:
CurrentAHPRA registration as a Registered Nursewith no conditions or undertakings
A bachelor's degree in Science - Nursing (or higher)
Demonstrated clinical experience in Primary Health Care with strong assessment and nursing skills
Experience in clinical or primary health care nursing
Strong clinical assessment and communication skills
A commitment to culturally respectful practice
Current CPR and First Aid certification
A current Queensland C Class Driver Licence
A satisfactory Criminal History Check
A current Blue Card (or willingness to obtain)
Experience working within a primary health care or Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Service environment.
Immunisation endorsement and experience.
Experience in chronic disease management and health promotion programs.
Experience using electronic patient record systems and other clinical software.
Pre-employment checks, including a National Criminal History Check, LCS2 and reference checks, will be required.
GRAICCHS is a Child Safe Organisation.
We are committed to safeguarding children and young people and expect all staff, volunteers, and contractors to share this commitment.
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📌 Registered Nurse (Tasmania)
🏢 Gladstone Region Aboriginal and Islander Community Controlled Health Service
📍 Tasmania