Clinical Nurse

Fresenius Medical Care; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Fresenius Medical Care in Australia is seeking a Clinical Nurse to deliver patient-centred care within haemodialysis clinics. You will act as a senior team member, coordinating care and promoting quality and safety while supporting staff development.

The role requires AHPRA registration, current practice, nephrology nursing qualifications, and strong teamwork and education skills. You will contribute to clinic management and continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Registered as a general nurse with AHPRA.
• Current practising certificate.
• Minimum three years nursing experience.
• Holds/working towards nephrology nursing qualification.
• Ability to reflect on nursing practice and apply learning.
• Organisational, decision-making and problem-solving skills.
• Computer literacy.
• Commitment to quality improvement initiatives.
• Advanced nephrology nursing competence.
• Ability to educate staff and patients.

Responsibilities

• Utilises advanced nephrology nursing skills in planning, delivery and evaluation of patient care.
• Acts as the primary co-ordinator of care for dialysis patients with a multidisciplinary team.
• Provides education and support to patients and carers.
• Delivers care as part of a nursing team and mentors staff.
• Promotes a safe and healthy working environment.
• Participates in quality improvement and risk management.

Skills

Nephrology nursing

Staff education

Teamwork

Self-directed

Computer literacy

Education

AHPRA registered nurse

Nephrology nursing qualification

Tools

TDMS

Job description

What you’ll achieve

As the Clinical Nurse, you are responsible to deliver patient centred care within the haemodialysis setting in accordance with organisational core values / standards of practice and codes and guidelines as set out by APHRA. Provides support to the State Manager / Dialysis Clinic Manager by participating in the clinical, management, education and quality activities of staff and patients within the clinic.

This position will act as a senior team member, promoting the values, mission and goals of the clinic and company, constantly working towards their achievement.

You will:

• Utilises advanced nephrology nursing skills in the design, planning delivery and evaluation of patient care within the haemodialysis clinical setting.
• Protects the rights of patients by adhering to Privacy Principles and providing an excellent standard of care.
• Functions as the primary co-ordinator of care for a group of dialysis patients, collaborating with other health care providers in developing and implementing individualised plans of care.
• Responsible for own professional development. Participates in professional development activities, attending both internal and external education programs, to ensure maintenance and updating of professional knowledge and skills for clinical competence.
• Completes clinical and mandatory competencies annually
• Provides education and support to the patient and patient’s carers, to facilitate the attainment, maintenance and restoration of optimal health and well-being.
• Provides support and guidance to the level 1 registered nurses, enrolled nurses and PSA’s working within the facility and delivers care as part of a nursing team.
• Performs staff education and assessment, acting as a preceptor and role model as required.
• Provides education, support and guidance to any visitor in the clinic.
• Ensures/promotes a safe, secure and healthy working environment to staff and a comfortable, safe environment for visitors and patients as detailed in the Workplace Health and Safety policy (FMEAU-28).
• Understanding of the Quality improvement process and risk management obligations
• Participates in clinic management and business development by adopting a portfolio of responsibilities additional to direct patient care. This may include, but is not limited to the following; o quality improvement co-ordination o infection control promotion / monitoring o occupational health and safety promotion / monitoring
• Co-ordination / delivery of staff education and professional development programs
• Clinical research projects
• Actively participates in the quality improvement process by reporting all incidents, hazards and opportunities for improvement.
• Participates in the review of organisational policies and procedures as required.
• Deputises in a higher-level position as appropriate and when requested.
• Liaise with Nephrologists and other members of the Allied Health Team.
• Maintains accurate patient information in medical records, including Therapy Data Management System (TDMS) and abides by confidentiality and Privacy Policy.

Requirements

• Registered as a general nurse with AHPRA (Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency)
• Current practising certificate.
• Minimum three years current relevant nursing experience
• Holds / working towards an approved nephrology nursing qualification
• Ability to continuously reflect on nursing practice and apply learning as appropriate.
• Demonstrated organisational, decision-making and problem-solving skills, combined with the ability to be self-directed.
• Computer literacy
• Demonstrated commitment to quality improvement initiatives.
• Demonstrated advanced clinical competence and expertise in nephrology nursing
• Demonstrated ability to effectively perform staff and patient education
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills including the ability to operate within a multidisciplinary team
• Self-motivated with an ability to work independently
• Role Model
• Requires rostered hours of work of minimum 60 hours per fortnight.

Location

• AUS Liverpool - Clinic
• AUS Brighton - Clinic
• AUS Stirling - Clinic

Whowe are.

At Fresenius Medical Care, we believe in the life-changing power of care.
Every day, our people make a meaningful impact on the lives of patients around the world.That’swhy we put our team members at the heart of everything we do — empowering them with purpose, innovation, and support.

Ifyou'relooking to grow your career in a place where your work truly matters, where advanced medical technology meets compassionate care, and where collaboration drives progress —we’relooking for you.

Fresenius Medical Care is a global leader in dialysis and chronic kidney disease care, united by a shared commitment to improving patient outcomes and quality of life. Join us in building a healthier future — becausecaring takes all of us.

Creating a future worth living. For Patients. Worldwide. Every day.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. Learn more aboutourabout our valueshere.

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In our dialysis centers,you’lldeliver life-sustaining treatments, build trusted relationships with patients and families, and work withcuttingedgemedical technology.You’llbring clinicalexpertiseand compassionate care together,helping patients live fuller, healthier lives.

Join us as aStaffNurse inourDialysis Centerinour various clinic locationsto do the best work of your career and make a profound social impact.

Our nurses take pride in their precision, empathy, and teamwork. Theydon’tjust performtreatments,they create a safe, supportive environment where every patient feels seen and cared for.