Job Description
Ungooroo Aboriginal Corporation – Singleton NSW
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Located in the heart of the
Hunter Valley
,
Ungooroo Aboriginal Corporation - GP Services
is an
Aboriginal community-controlled health service,
which aims to deliver culturally appropriate primary health care services, advocacy and social and emotional support to Aboriginal people and their families in our community.
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Ungooroo is looking for a part time Practice Nurse to provide supportive clinical care as part of a larger multi-disciplinary team, focused on improving health outcomes for the local Aboriginal community and others who use the service.
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Days/Hours: Monday - Thursday 8:30am-5pm (30 min lunch breaks).
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The Practice Nurse will work closely with Ungooroo general practitioners in providing primary health care and support services.
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Although this is not an identified position, we encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to apply.
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ABOUT THE ROLE
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General health screening and assessment
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First aid assistance with emergency procedures
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Work with the clinic GPs to provide assessments and support the preparation of health management and care plans.
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Coordinate clients within the multidisciplinary health team and feedback between the services, patients and GP.
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Diagnostic procedures (eg ECG) and assistance with minor procedures and wound care.
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Maintenance of client clinical records and compliance with all statutory obligations.
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Work with the clinic GP's/ Practice Nurse and GP/Nursing Students
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Coordinate clients within the multidisciplinary health team and feedback between the services, patients and GP.
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Maintenance of client clinical records and compliance with all statutory obligations.
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ABOUT YOU
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Current registration as a Registered Nurse, AHPRA Registered Nurse
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Understanding of current health issues relevant to the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities particularly with chronic disease.
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Experience using Best Practice software (desirable)
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Effective organisational and time management skills
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Demonstrated knowledge of and compliance with all relevant legislation and legal obligations related to nursing and patient care.
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Demonstrate patient-focused approach in service provision with genuine empathy and interest in patient needs.
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Effective interpersonal and communication skills across all ages and social groups.
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Maintain absolute confidentiality regarding patient and practice information.
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Experience in similar role as practice nurse highly desirable
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The successful candidate must be willing to provide a clear criminal record check and current paid working with children check prior to appointment.
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THE PERKS!
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Salary Packaging
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End of year leave to cover the closure period (pro-rata)
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Working with community in a local non-for-profit
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📌 Practice Nurse (Singleton)
🏢 Ungooroo Aboriginal
📍 Singleton