ForHealth delivers quality, accessible healthcare across Australia, with 95+ medical centres, 1,500+ independent practitioners and more than 8 million patient consultations annually.
We are a leading provider of Urgent Care, delivering care when it is urgent but not an emergency, and continue to expand our services nationally.
THE ROLE
We are seeking an experienced Registered Nurse to join our Urgent Care team as an Urgent Care Team Leader.
You will provide frontline clinical care while supporting the clinical and operational leadership of the nursing team. Working with Medical Practitioners, the Practice Nurse Manager and Practice Manager, you will support effective triage, patient flow, clinical excellence and team development.
WHY JOIN US?
Above-award rates
Career progression and leadership development
No overnight shifts
Flexible rostering
Supportive team environment
Ongoing training and development
Opportunities across our growing Urgent Care network
YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES
Lead and support Urgent Care triage
Assess, triage and prioritise patients
Recognise and escalation deterioration
Provide high-quality nursing care within scope of practice
Perform wound care, plastering, splinting, cannulation and IV therapy
Perform suturing, suture removal and phlebotomy where applicable
Assist Medical Practitioners with procedures
Support nursing staff onboarding, training and mentoring
Assist with rostering and daily team coordination
Maintain accurate clinical documentation
Monitor clinical stock, medications and equipment
Promote workplace health and safety
ABOUT YOU
Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse
Minimum 5 years' post-graduate nursing experience
Minimum 1 year Emergency Department experience within the last 5 years
Demonstrated emergency triage experience
Primary Care or Urgent Care experience highly regarded
Solid clinical assessment and critical thinking skills
Ability to recognise and escalation deterioration
Excellent communication and organisational skills
Ability to work autonomously and within a multidisciplinary team
Passion for patient-centred care and clinical leadership
Availability to work evenings and weekends
MANDATORY CHECKS
Working With Children Check
National Police Check
International Police Check where relevant
COMMITMENT TO CHILD SAFETY
Urgent Care Network Australia is committed to maintaining a child-safe and inclusive environment.
Successful candidates must comply with child safety policies and the Code of Conduct, complete mandatory child safety training and maintain professional standards that support the safety and wellbeing of children and vulnerable people.
WHAT WE OFFER
20% discount on dental treatments for you and your family
Fitness Passport
Employee Assistance Program
Salary packaging and novated lease options
Uniform provided
Free onsite parking
Urgent Care induction and ongoing training
No overnight shifts
ForHealth Group is committed to diversity and inclusion and welcomes applications from people of all backgrounds. We are committed to providing a safe, respectful and inclusive workplace.
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📌 Urgent Care Team Leader (Queensland)
🏢 ForHealth Group
📍 Queensland
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