Close Observation RN – Acute Care Specialist

NSW Health; Blue Mountains City; On-site; AUD 57,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging

Novated leasing

Education opportunities (110 courses/​

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Fitness Passport

Job summary

Nepean Blue Mountains Local Health District (NBMLHD) is seeking a Registered Nurse to join the Close Observation Unit at Blue Mountains Hospital. You will provide high-quality nursing care for patients requiring enhanced monitoring and clinical support.

The role involves comprehensive assessments, person-centred care planning, and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team to ensure patient safety and recovery. AHPRA registration and flexible rostering are essential.

Qualifications

• Current registration as a Registered Nurse Division 1 with Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
• Experience as a Registered Nurse including completion of a new graduate program or equivalent.
• Care delivered is person-centred, family-inclusive and culturally sensitive.
• Ability to organise and prioritise work.
• Effective written and verbal communication.
• Commitment to professional development.
• Ability to work within a multi-disciplinary team.
• Able to work a flexible roster (day/evening/night) across all week days.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality nursing care to patients requiring close observation and enhanced clinical support.
• Undertake comprehensive patient assessments and develop person-centred care plans.
• Monitor patient wellbeing and respond to changing clinical situations.
• Collaborate with medical, nursing and allied health teams to ensure patient safety and therapeutic engagement.

Skills

Nursing

Communication

Teamwork

Flexibility

Education

Nursing Registration (AHPRA)

Job description

Nepean Blue Mountains Local Health District (NBMLHD) is seeking a Registered Nurse to join the Close Observation Unit at Blue Mountains Hospital. You will provide high-quality nursing care for patients requiring enhanced monitoring and clinical support.

The role involves comprehensive assessments, person-centred care planning, and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team to ensure patient safety and recovery. AHPRA registration and flexible rostering are essential.