Nurse Practitioner - Emergency Department Leader

NSW Health; Shellharbour; On-site; AUD 158,000 - 169,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Allocated Days Off

Salary packaging

Novated leasing

Fitness Passport

EAP

Career progression

Job summary

NSW Health in Shellharbour Hospital is seeking a Nurse Practitioner for Emergency Services. The role involves autonomous and collaborative practice in an advanced ED setting with leadership in clinical standards and education.

The position supports focused patient assessment, advanced diagnostics, prescribing, and inter-professional referrals, within a dynamic emergency department environment.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with AHPRA and authorised as a Nurse Practitioner
• Master’s degree in nursing or working towards it
• Postgraduate qualifications in Emergency Nursing or extensive ED experience
• Vaccination requirements for a Category A role
• Working With Children Check (WWCC)

Responsibilities

• Focused assessment and management of patients using advanced knowledge and skills.
• Order diagnostic investigations as appropriate.
• Prescribe medications and directly refer patients to other health professionals.
• Provide leadership in clinical practice, education programs and standards.
• Collaborate with Nurse Manager and ED leadership to ensure high-quality care.

Skills

Autonomous practice

Nurse Practitioner

Clinical leadership

Education

Master’s degree in nursing

Emergency nursing postgraduate qualification

AHPRA registration

Job description

NSW Health in Shellharbour Hospital is seeking a Nurse Practitioner for Emergency Services. The role involves autonomous and collaborative practice in an advanced ED setting with leadership in clinical standards and education.

The position supports focused patient assessment, advanced diagnostics, prescribing, and inter-professional referrals, within a dynamic emergency department environment.