Enrolled Nurse

WA Country Health Service; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

WA Country Health Service is opening a new 32-bed medical ward at Albany Health Campus on the south coast of Western Australia. We are seeking experienced Enrolled Nurses to join the team and help establish a high-quality clinical service.

You will provide nursing care within your scope, work with Registered Nurses and the multidisciplinary team, and contribute to patient safety, education, and continuous improvement. Eligibility for AHPRA registration is required.

Qualifications

• Eligible for registration as Enrolled Nurse with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
• Experience in providing nursing care to allocated patients within scope of Enrolled Nurse.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care for allocated patients within the scope of practice of an Enrolled Nurse.
• Contribute to development and implementation of patient care plans with Registered Nurses.
• Maintain competence per Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia standards for Enrolled Nurses.
• Participate in multidisciplinary decision-making and continuous learning.
• Support quality improvement and patient safety initiatives.

Skills

Nursing care

Multidisciplinary collaboration

Clinical judgment

Education

Enrolled Nurse qualification

Tools

Digital health systems

Job description

New Medical Ward Opening | WA Country Health Service (WACHS) - Albany, Western Australia

Albany Health Campus is seeking experienced Enrolled Nurses to join the team for the opening of its new 32-bed medical ward. This is an exciting opportunity to help establish a new clinical service and contribute to the expansion of healthcare delivery across the Great Southern region.

Why Join Us?

At Albany Health Campus, you'll work alongside dedicated healthcare professionals who are committed to delivering trauma-informed, person-centred and culturally safe care. You'll have the opportunity to:

• Be part of a significant hospital expansion and service growth initiative.
• Contribute to innovative and evolving healthcare services.
• Develop your career through ongoing learning, mentorship and professional support.
• Work within a collaborative and supportive multidisciplinary team.
• Make a lasting impact on the health outcomes of regional communities.

About the Role

As an Enrolled Nurse, you will provide nursing care for allocated patients within your scope of practice while working in collaboration with Registered Nurses and the wider multidisciplinary team. You will contribute to safe, high-quality patient care and support service excellence across Albany Health Campus.

In this role, you will:

• Provide nursing care for allocated patients within the scope of practice of an Enrolled Nurse.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of patient care plans in collaboration with Registered Nurses.
• Maintain professional competence in accordance with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia standards for Enrolled Nurses.
• Participate in multidisciplinary decision-making within your professional scope.
• Apply critical thinking and sound clinical judgement in the delivery of patient care.
• Recognise limitations in scope of practice and seek guidance from experienced nursing staff when required.
• Participate in education, orientation, preceptorship and continuous learning activities.
• Contribute to quality improvement and patient safety initiatives.
• Support the development of colleagues' clinical and organisational skills.
• Utilise digital health systems and technologies to support quality patient care.

To be considered for this pool, applicants must be eligible for registration in the category of Enrolled Nurse with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA). Applicants are encouraged to review the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia website for information on qualification and registration requirements.

Live and Work in Albany

Located on Western Australia's stunning south coast, Albany offers an enviable lifestyle that combines natural beauty, a welcoming community and excellent local amenities. Enjoy spectacular beaches, national parks, walking trails and a vibrant local food and arts scene, all while building a rewarding healthcare career.

With excellent schools, sporting facilities, healthcare services and a strong sense of community, Albany is an ideal place to achieve a better work-life balance and enjoy everything regional living has to offer.

To be eligible for appointment, applicants must have valid Australian work rights. This includes visa holders. Permanent appointments may be made to individuals who hold citizenship, permanent residency, or visas that enable ongoing employment in Australia. Appointment is subject to relevant screening, registration and pre-employment requirements as outlined in the Job Description Form.

For further Job-Related Information: We encourage you to contact Casey Korbely, Executive Assistant & AHCE OC Project Support Officer on ***************@health.wa.gov.au or the WACHS Talent Acquisition Team on ***************@health.wa.gov.au

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