Clinical Nurse Specialist - Ophthalmology Surgery

Calvary; Wagga Wagga; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging

Health insurance

Gym membership

Parental leave

Training programs

Job summary

Calvary in New South Wales is seeking a Clinical Nurse Specialist in Ophthalmology Surgery to lead perioperative care and drive improvements in patient outcomes.

You will collaborate with the theatre team, provide education on ophthalmology perioperative skills, and supervise care delivery according to scope of practice. An AHPRA-registered RN with ophthalmology experience is required.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with AHPRA registration.
• Experience in ophthalmology perioperative care.
• Ability to lead and delegate in a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct and advanced perioperative nursing care in ophthalmology surgery.
• Collaborate with the theatre team and multidisciplinary colleagues.

Skills

Ophthalmology care

Leadership

Education/Training

Documentation

Education

Nursing Registration (AHPRA)

Tools

Perioperative equipment

Job description

Clinical Nurse Specialist - Ophthalmology Surgery

Permanent Full Time- Clinical Nurse Specialist

• Progress with purpose at one of Australia’s largest health care providers
• Get ahead with salary packaging, benefits and professional development in a supportive team environment
• Essential scrub scout experience in Ophthalmology surgery

About the role

This is an exciting opportunity for an Registered Nurse to professionally develop their skills, knowledge and expertise in Ophthalmology surgery. Working collaboratively with all members of the peri-operative and broader hospital team, supporting the Perioperative Services Manager to facilitate excellence and quality in patient focused care, through proactive leadership and innovative strategic planning aligned to best practice in Ophthalmology.

Your main duties will include:

• Competence in basic nursing practice and providing direct care in more complex nursing care situations
• Collaborate and work effectively in a multidisciplinary team.
• Provide education and training in Ophthalmology perioperative skills to the theatre team
• Delegate, direct & supervise aspects of care to others according to their competence and scope of practice
• Accurate and timely clinical and administration documentation.
• Provide clinical support for education, knowledge and skills-based training
• Actively participate in quality improvement activities and monitoring
• Work closely with Ophthalmology VMOs on preferences
• Management of equipment, inventory and key liaison with medical representatives/companies
• Commitment to ongoing professional development

About you

• Registration with AHPRA and in possession of a current practising certificate
• Working with Children Check or willingness to obtain
• Has recent experience in Ophthalmology
• Demonstrated decision making and delegation skills
• Ability to work with key stakeholders

Why work for Calvary?

At Calvary, our staff matter.

With over 130 years’ experience and 18,000 staff and volunteers, we offer an inclusive and welcoming culture where you are valued, drawing on your own strengths, identity and background alongside a team of professionals who care for our patients, residents and clients.

• NFP salary packaging benefits, discounted health insurance and gym memberships
• Paid parental leave
• Training, development pathways and career opportunities
• Flexible hours that make sense for you

Please note the following:

• As part of the application process, you will be required to complete pre-employment checks which may include, but is not limited to reference checks, work rights, criminal history check, NDIS/WWCC/WWVP checks, and a health evaluation to ensure suitability for the role
• You will be required to provide evidence of immunisation as required for your role including COVID-19, influenza, tuberculosis screening, hepatitis, diphtheria, tetanus, varicella