Urgent Care Practice Nurse
$31,200–$31,200 year
On-siteKelvin Grove, Queensland, Australia
Job Summary
Conduct thorough nursing assessments and prioritize care for patients presenting to the Urgent Care Service, ensuring accurate triage and timely escalation of emergencies. Perform hands-on procedural care, including suturing and plastering, while delivering compassionate, patient-centred care in collaboration with medical practitioners. Maintain accurate patient documentation, promote workplace health and safety, and provide health education to empower patients to manage their wellbeing. Requires current AHPRA registration, minimum 3 years of experience, and availability for evenings and weekends. No overnight work is required.
Required Qualifications
- Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse
- Minimum 3 years of experience as a Registered Nurse
- Must be available to work evenings and weekends
- Experience in one or more of the following: 3 years' experience in an Emergency Department setting; OR 3 years' triage experience; OR 3 years' experience in ICU, CCU, rural or remote nursing
- Previous experience in Emergency Department triage or remote nursing
- Ability to assess and recognise health deterioration and escalate appropriately
- Strong verbal and written communication skills with excellent attention to detail
- Ability to work autonomously and delegate appropriately
- Successful candidates will be required to provide a Working with Children Check and National Police Check if not already obtained, with an International Police Check where relevant
- Comply with child safety policies and the Code of Conduct
- Complete mandatory child safety training on commencement and annually
- Maintain professional standards that support the safety and wellbeing of children and vulnerable people
Desired Qualifications
- Previous experience in Emergency Department triage or remote nursing is preferred
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