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Become a part of an exciting opportunity as an Enrolled Nurse with the Respiratory and Renal Unit.

The Cairns and Hinterland Hospital and Health Service covers a large geographic area with a diverse and growing population. The Health Service provides a wide range of primary care, acute and specialist services.

Our staff are a part of the community we serve, and we strongly believe that health outcomes are enhanced by involving our community in the planning and evaluation of local health services.

About us:

We're committed to improving the health and wellbeing of people in Far North Queensland by providing high quality acute health care services.

The Respiratory and Renal Ward is a 30-bed acute medical unit providing specialised care for patients with complex renal, respiratory, and gastroenterology conditions. Caring for a diverse patient population with illnesses such as COPD, asthma, chronic kidney disease, cystic fibrosis, liver disease, inflammatory bowel disease, diabetes, and cancer, the team is committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centred care while continually driving quality improvement initiatives. Nurses in the unit are supported to develop the knowledge and skills required to care for these complex medical cohorts in a clinically and professionally rewarding environment. About your role:

- Respiratory support, including management of intercostal catheters, non-invasive ventilation (NIV), and high-flow nasal oxygen therapy.




- Clinical procedures including cannulation, phlebotomy, catheterisation, and paracentesis management.
- Provision of specialised care for patients undergoing peritoneal dialysis and those requiring end-of-life care.
- Safe medication administration and delivery of comprehensive direct patient care.
- Discharge planning and coordination in partnership with the multidisciplinary team (MDT).

For more information about this role, please refer to the attached Role Description and Role Overview

Vaccine Preventable Diseases (VPD) evidence as required for your employment in accordance with legislation/government policy and Directives.

What we offer:

Cairns and Hinterland Hospital and Health service offer a number of workplace benefits. Besides attractive remuneration, generous superannuation, salary packaging and career development opportunities, we value a healthy work/life balance that allows you take advantage of the sunshine, hiking tracks, swimming spots, reef and rainforest.

Learn what it's like to work with us, in an inclusive and supportive work environment.

Discover our agile and culturally diverse region through community and lifestyle.

Listen to what some of our staff have to say about working in our regions.

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Documents

Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.

- CHHHS Application Kit (PDF)

CHHHS Information for applicants (PDF)

CAH686298B Role Overview (PDF)

CAH686298B Role Description_EN_e (PDF)

📌 Enrolled Nurse, (Respiratory and Renal Ward) Cairns Hospital. (Hospital Esplanade Car Park)
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