21 Aug
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ForHealth Group
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Queensland
21 Aug
ForHealth Group
Queensland
Urgent Care Team Leader | Kelvin Grove | Full Time
At ForHealth, we're committed to delivering quality, accessible healthcare across Australia. With 95+ medical centres and a network of 1,500+ independent practitioners, we provide more than 8 million patient consultations annually.
ForHealth is proud to be one of the industry leaders in delivering Urgent Care services — providing care for when it's urgent, but not an emergency. Our centres are built on innovation, collaboration, and exceptional patient care, setting the benchmark for Urgent Care delivery across Australia as we continue to expand nationally.
The Role
We are seeking an experienced and motivated Registered Nurse to join our Urgent Care team in a leadership capacity as an Urgent Care Team Leader.
In this role, you will provide frontline clinical care while supporting the daily operational and clinical leadership of the Urgent Care nursing team. You will ensure all patients presenting to Urgent Care are appropriately assessed, triaged promptly, and provided with safe, high-quality patient-centred care in collaboration with the Urgent Care Medical Practitioner.
Working closely with the Practice Nurse Manager and Practice Manager, you will play a key role in supporting clinical excellence, mentoring team members, maintaining patient flow, and contributing to the continued growth and success of our Urgent Care services.
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced nurse looking to further develop their leadership career in a fast-paced and evolving healthcare environment.
Why Join Us?
Build a long-term career with ForHealth Group with ongoing opportunities for professional development, leadership growth, and internal progression.
Top of Scope Practice
Expand your clinical skills in a energetic Urgent Care environment with opportunities to perform:
Advanced triage
Wound care and plastering
Cannulation and IV therapy
Procedural assistance
Suturing and phlebotomy (where applicable)
Take the next step in your nursing career by providing mentorship, clinical guidance, and operational support to Urgent Care nursing teams.
Be part of a rapidly growing healthcare model that is transforming access to urgent healthcare services across Australia.
Above award rates
No overnight shifts
Flexible rostering opportunities
Work-life balance in a supportive team environment
Join one of Australia's leading Urgent Care providers with opportunities to work across our expanding network of centres.
Your Responsibilities
Clinical Leadership & Triage
Lead and support frontline triage operations within the Urgent Care service.
Ensure all patients are appropriately assessed, triaged, and prioritised according to clinical presentation.
Escalate high-acuity or deteriorating patients promptly to the Medical Practitioner.
Provide timely and accurate clinical handovers.
Deliver safe, high-quality nursing care within scope of practice and organisational policies.
Perform clinical procedures including:
Wound care and dressings
Plastering and splinting
Cannulation and IV administration
Suturing and suture removal (where applicable)
Phlebotomy (where applicable)
Urinary catheter management
Assist Medical Practitioners during procedures and patient interventions.
Provide patient education, discharge planning, and follow-up support.
Support onboarding, training, and mentoring of Urgent Care nursing staff.
Assist with rostering and day-to-day team coordination in collaboration with the Practice Nurse Manager.
Promote compliance with clinical policies, procedures, and standing operating protocols.
Foster a cooperative, professional, and patient-focused team culture.
Clinical Administration
Ensure accurate, timely, and legally compliant clinical documentation.
Monitor clinical stock levels and support ordering processes.
Ensure vaccines, medications, and equipment are appropriately maintained and stored.
Escalate equipment faults and operational concerns promptly.
Workplace Health & Safety
Maintain compliance with workplace health and safety standards and reporting requirements.
Identify and elevate hazards, incidents, and risks appropriately.
Promote a safe environment for patients, visitors, and team members.
About You
Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse (RN)
Minimum 5 years post-graduate nursing experience
Minimum 1 year Emergency Department experience within the last 5 years
Demonstrated experience in emergency triage
Previous experience in primary care or Urgent Care settings highly regarded
Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills
Ability to recognise and escalation patient deterioration appropriately
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise in a fast-paced environment
Ability to work both autonomously and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team
Passion for patient-centred care and clinical leadership
Availability to work evenings and weekends as required
You will also be required to provide:
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 on commencement and annually
Maintain professional standards that support the safety and wellbeing of children and vulnerable people
What We Offer
Employee Benefits
20% discount on dental treatments for you and your family
Fitness Passport membership discounts
24/7 Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Everyday savings on groceries, retail, utilities and more through the Flare benefits platform.
Salary packaging options including novated leases for vehicles with running costs included.
ForHealth Group branded uniforms provided
Free onsite parking
Ongoing training, education, and leadership development opportunities
Better work-life balance with no overnight shifts
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📌 Urgent Care Team Leader | Kelvin Grove | Full Time (Queensland)
🏢 ForHealth Group
📍 Queensland