Clinical Nurse – Adolescent AOD Withdrawal (Residential)
Mater Health Services
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Job summary
Mater Young Adult Health Centre in Brisbane seeks an experienced Clinical Nurse to join the Clarence Street ADAWS program in a permanent, full-time role. You will provide comprehensive clinical care to young people, develop withdrawal plans, and coordinate multidisciplinary care within a residential setting.
The role requires current AHPRA registration, mental health/AOD experience, and the ability to engage diverse youth groups.
Qualifications
- Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse.
- Postgraduate training in mental health and/or AOD highly desirable.
- Understanding of health issues affecting youth and diverse communities.
- Experience in management of alcohol and other drug withdrawal.
Responsibilities
- Assessing and managing young people with complex health presentations.
- Developing and implementing withdrawal management plans with pharmacotherapy support.
- Delivering brief interventions, education, and referrals to navigate the healthcare system.
- Liaising with community health providers for follow-up care and immunisations.
- Participating in multidisciplinary case reviews and team-based care.
- Maintaining accurate medical records and preparing discharge summaries.
- Engaging in supervision and continuous quality improvement.
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Job description
Mater Young Adult Health Centre in Brisbane seeks an experienced Clinical Nurse to join the Clarence Street ADAWS program in a permanent, full-time role. You will provide comprehensive clinical care to young people, develop withdrawal plans, and coordinate multidisciplinary care within a residential setting.
The role requires current AHPRA registration, mental health/AOD experience, and the ability to engage diverse youth groups.
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