12 Nov
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Quality Medical Practice
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Merrylands
12 Nov
Quality Medical Practice
Merrylands
CASUAL POSITION | IMMEDIATE START
About Quality Medical Practice
Quality Medical Practice is an established and accredited medical practice providing comprehensive healthcare services to our local community. We are committed to delivering quality clinical care in a professional, welcoming and patient-centred environment.
We are seeking a capable and enthusiastic Registered Nurse to work alongside our General Practitioner and assist with the delivery of a range of clinical services. We are looking for someone who is compassionate, reliable and confident in their nursing abilities, with a genuine interest in primary healthcare.
The Position
This is a varied clinical role involving direct patient care, nursing procedures and general practice health services. Working closely with the Doctor, you will assist in managing patients' clinical needs, coordinating preventative healthcare and ensuring nursing activities are carried out safely and efficiently.
The successful candidate will be comfortable undertaking clinical responsibilities independently within their scope of practice, while maintaining open communication and working collaboratively with the wider practice team.
Clinical Duties and Responsibilities
Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
- Assessing patients, identifying clinical concerns and undertaking appropriate triage.
- Measuring and documenting vital signs, including blood pressure, temperature, pulse, blood glucose, height and weight.
- Preparing and administering vaccinations in accordance with current immunisation guidelines, including maintaining accurate records and submitting relevant information to the Australian Immunisation Register (AIR).
- Provide wound care, dressings and ongoing wound management.
- Providing clinical assistance to the General Practitioner during patient consultations, minor procedures and surgical treatments.
- Assisting with the organisation and completion of Chronic Disease Management Care Plans and Health Assessments.
- Performing routine diagnostic and clinical testing, including ECGs, spirometry, audiometry and urinalysis.
- Maintaining complete and accurate patient records and clinical documentation.
- Monitoring pathology results, identifying abnormal findings and escalating concerns to the General Practitioner in accordance with practice procedures.
- Ensuring treatment rooms, instruments and clinical equipment are appropriately cleaned, maintained and prepared.
- Overseeing clinical stock levels, vaccine storage and the ordering of medical supplies.
- Following infection prevention and control procedures and maintaining a safe clinical environment.
- Participating in practice quality improvement initiatives and accreditation requirements as needed.
Skills, Qualifications and Experience To be successful in this position, you will need to demonstrate the following:
Mandatory Requirements
- Current registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) as a Registered Nurse, with no restrictions.
- Current and valid CPR certification.
- Sound clinical assessment skills and the ability to recognise and respond to patient needs.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Strong organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise tasks and manage a varied workload.
- The ability to work independently, exercise sound clinical judgement within your scope of practice and work effectively as part of a team.
- A thorough understanding of patient confidentiality, privacy requirements and professional nursing standards.
- Confidence using computers and electronic medical record systems.
Desirable Experience The following experience and qualifications will be highly regarded:
- Previous employment within a General Practice or Primary Health Care setting.
- Experience with immunisation procedures and relevant certification.
- Familiarity with Chronic Disease Management, Care Plans and Health Assessments.
- Experience using Medical Director
- Experience assisting with minor procedures and routine diagnostic testing.
What We Provide
- A supportive and approachable working environment.
- Flexible casual employment arrangements.
- A well-equipped clinical setting with access to modern medical equipment.
- A varied nursing workload across different areas of general practice.
- Opportunities to strengthen clinical skills and broaden your experience.
- A collaborative working relationship with the General Practitioner and practice staff.
Equal Prospect
We are committed to providing an inclusive workplace and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally and linguistically diverse communities, people with disabilities and applicants of all genders and ages.
Applicants who speak Arabic or have an understanding of Arabic-speaking communities are encouraged to apply, as this may assist with communication with some of our patients. However, this is not an essential requirement.
If you are a motivated Registered Nurse who takes pride in providing quality patient care and enjoys the variety of general practice nursing, we would welcome your application.
Please submit your resume outlining your qualifications and relevant clinical experience.
Serious applicants only.
Work Location: In person
📌 General Practice Registered Nurse (Casual) (Merrylands)
🏢 Quality Medical Practice
📍 Merrylands