About Us

Devonport Family Medical Centre provides high-quality medical care for all patients, in a professional and respectful manner. We actively promote ongoing education for our staff and preventive health measures for our patients. Our practice is home to 13 highly trained doctors, supported by solid nursing and administrative teams.

About the role

We have a fantastic opportunity for a Registered Nurse to join our team as a Senior Practice Nurse (Lead Nurse) on a Full Time basis. However, we are open to considering the role as a Part Time opportunity if desired.

Our ideal candidate will have GP experience, a strong work ethic, a caring nature, high level communication skills, and attention to detail.

The Senior Practice Nurse will:

- Lead and support the practice to deliver site-appropriate care, sustainable care and to improve the health of our patients and community
- Be familiar with and maintain services to Tasmania's legislative and regulatory requirements
- Be experienced in the delivery of GP Management Plans, Team Care Arrangements, Health Assessments, CVC program, ECGs, Spirometry, urine testing, diabetes cycle of care, Asthma Management Plan, Comprehensive Medical Assessments
- Participate in Quality Improvement Activities
- Provide culturally appropriate assessments, therapeutic and education services for clients with chronic disease as required




- Ensure that clients receive education on the use of therapies and treatments prescribed and feedback on the outcomes of therapy and treatment
- Adhere to relevant professional Code of Ethics guidelines
- A willingness to implement and adapt to change when required to benefit patients, staff, and the wider group
- Provide general nursing support to the General Practitioners

About You

- Full working rights in Australia
- Current AHPRA registration as Registered Nurse is essential
- Demonstrated experience working in a Primary Health care setting or within General Practice
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong computer literacy
- Ready to commence shortly in Devonport, Tasmania

Why work for us?

- A genuinely supportive environment where our team members matter
- 10% ongoing discount on Medibank insurance
- Access to discounts on products, services, and gift cards through our employment operating system
- Free access to our Employee Assistance Program for you and your immediate family
- Free APNA membership with access to discounts and training
- Our clinic is open Monday to Friday 8:30am - 5:30pm, meaning no late nights or weekends!
- No shift work or split shifts

How to show your interest

Your application will be reviewed if you send a brief introductory letter that addresses why you are applying for this role with Devonport Family Medical Centre, your availability, and key career achievements.

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