Nursing - General Medical & Surgical - Healthcarelink

HealthcareLink Pty Ltd.; Armidale; On-site; AUD 62,000 - 90,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free accommodation

Travel expenses reimbursed

Casual rates

Job summary

HealthcareLink Pty Ltd. in Armidale, NSW is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse for a flexible, high-impact role in rural healthcare.

The position offers free accommodation and reimbursed travel with casual rates, starting immediately for a 2-month contract with potential extension. As a Practice Nurse, you will work with the local team to provide essential healthcare services to the community, including immunisations, venepuncture, and health education, while supporting chronic disease

Qualifications

• Current registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (AHPRA)
• Proven experience as a Registered Nurse
• Proficiency in venepuncture and cannulation
• Current and valid CPR Certificate
• Nurse Immuniser certification

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive patient assessments, care planning, and ongoing evaluation.
• Administer immunisations.
• Perform venepuncture and cannulation confidently.
• Provide health education and promotion to individuals and the community.
• Support chronic disease management and preventative health initiatives.
• Collaborate with GPs and other health professionals for seamless patient care.
• Maintain accurate and confidential patient records.
• Contribute to continuous quality improvement initiatives within the practice.

Skills

Venepuncture

Cannulation

CPR Certification

Nurse Immuniser

Clinical assessments

Education

Nursing registration (AHPRA)

CPR Certificate

Nurse Immuniser certification

Job description

Be the Heart of Healthcare in Armidale!

Are you a passionate and experienced Registered Nurse ready to take on a flexible, high-impact role in rural healthcare?

We have an exciting opportunity in Armidale, NSW, offering free accommodation, reimbursed travel, and casual rates.

This role is available immediately for 2 months, with the possibility of extension.

Benefits:

• Free accommodation provided

• Travel expenses reimbursed

• Casual rates

• Immediate start

• 2-month contract with potential extension

About the Role

As a Practice Nurse, you will work closely with the local team to provide essential healthcare services to the community. Your responsibilities will include:

• Conducting comprehensive patient assessments, care planning, and ongoing evaluation.

• Administering immunisations.

• Performing venepuncture and cannulation with confidence.

• Providing health education and promotion to individuals and the community.

• Supporting chronic disease management and preventative health initiatives.

• Collaborating with GPs and other health professionals to ensure seamless patient care.

• Maintaining accurate and confidential patient records.

• Contributing to continuous quality improvement initiatives within the practice.

What We're Looking For

Essential Criteria:

• Current registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (AHPRA).

• Proven experience as a Registered Nurse across diverse clinical settings.

• Proficiency in venepuncture and cannulation.

• Current and valid CPR Certificate.

• Nurse Immuniser certification.

Highly Desired (but not essential):

• Experience in rural or remote healthcare.

• Previous experience in general practice or community health.

• Experience working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.

Why Armidale?

Armidale is a vibrant regional city in northern New South Wales, known for its educational institutions, cultural heritage, and welcoming community. Nestled among stunning landscapes, it offers a perfect balance of professional opportunity and lifestyle, with essential services, cafes, local markets, and plenty of recreational activities.