Job Description
The Registered Nurse (RN) works collaboratively within the general practice team to provide high-quality, patient-centred primary health care services. The RN plays a key role in health promotion, disease prevention, chronic disease management, immunisation, wound care, and patient education, while supporting GPs in the delivery of comprehensive care.
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Key responsibilities
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Provide comprehensive, evidence-based nursing care in accordance with the NMBA Standards for Practice.
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Conduct patient assessments and contribute to care planning and review.
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Administer vaccines and medications safely in line with the Australian Immunisation Handbook and practice protocols.
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Perform wound assessment, management, and dressing.
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Undertake ECGs, spirometry, urinalysis, and other diagnostic tests as required.
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Assist GPs with minor procedures and maintain aseptic technique.
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Monitor patients with chronic conditions (e.g., diabetes, asthma, COPD, hypertension) and participate in care plan preparation and reviews (GPMPs and TCAs under MBS).
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Provide patient education and health coaching on lifestyle modification, preventive care, and self-management.
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Maintain accurate and timely patient records in the clinical software (e.g., Best Practice, Medical Director).
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About you
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Current registration with AHPRA as a Registered Nurse (Division 1).
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Current CPR.
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Experience in general practice or primary health care (desirable).
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Proficient computer and clinical software skills.
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📌 Practice Nurse (Townsville)
🏢 AITKENVALE FAMILY HEALTH CENTRE
📍 Townsville