Paramedic Nurse

South32 Group Operations Pty; McKinlay Shire; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Onsite accommodation

Meal services

Fitness facilities

Job summary

South32 Group Operations Pty is seeking a Paramedic Nurse for a permanent FIFO role, delivering on-site primary healthcare and emergency medical treatment at a remote site with no doctor nearby.

The position requires nurse registration, a current driver's license, and experience in remote healthcare, with duties including managing clinics, coordinating aeromedical retrievals, and leading safety and screening programs.

Qualifications

• Emergency remote care experience working independently in an isolated setting.
• Acute care experience in an Emergency Department and/or Intensive Care Unit.
• Fitness for work assessments, health surveillance and return to work support.
• Knowledge of the health regulatory framework and OSHA injury and illness recording.
• Collaboration with triage doctors, allied health and emergency response teams.
• Good team player with a can-do attitude.

Responsibilities

• Respond to medical emergencies and coordinate RFDS aeromedical retrievals.
• Assess, treat and manage work-related and non-work-related injuries and illnesses.
• Manage blood lead monitoring, drug and alcohol screening and vaccine programs.
• Run the on-site and village clinics and operate a 4WD ambulance.

Skills

Emergency remote care

Acute care experience

Return to work support

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor of Nursing

Bachelor of Science (Nursing)

Tools

Manual driver's license

Job description

Job Description

This is a permanent opportunity offering a 8/6 roster, FIFO from Townsville or Brisbane.

As the Paramedic Nurse you will be responsible for delivering on-site primary healthcare and emergency medical treatment at a remote FIFO site with no doctor, medical clinic or hospital nearby, with a fit for work nurse always available onsite during operations.

Other key responsibilities include, but aren't limited to:

• Respond to medical emergencies and call-outs, and coordinate RFDS aeromedical retrievals
• Assess, treat and manage work-related and non-work-related injuries and illnesses
• Manage blood lead monitoring, drug and alcohol screening and vaccine programs
• Run the on-site and village clinics and operate a 4WD ambulance
• Bachelor of Nursing or Bachelor of Science (Nursing), with current AHPRA Registered Nurse registration
• Current manual driver's licence
• Drug and Alcohol Testing Officer, Advanced Life Support (ALS) and Emergency Remote Care
• Audiometry and Spirometry testing approval; Cert IV Trainer and Assessor, desirable

South32 is committed to building and maintaining an inclusive and diverse workforce that reflects the communities in which we operate. We provide a recruitment process that is fair, equitable and accessible for all and we encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.

About the Employer

At South32, we're meeting the challenge of enabling a sustainable future through our focus on responsibly producing commodities critical for a low-carbon world.

As a collaborative, caring and inclusive company, there's no better place to make a genuine difference. Together we're making a positive, global impact that has the potential to change lives.

Whatever career path you choose, we'll support you every step of the way to learn, grow and succeed. So join us, step towards a brighter future and leave your legacy., Our Cannington operation is one of the world's largest producers of silver and lead. Located in northwest Queensland, Cannington boasts an underground mine and processing facility situated approximately 800 kilometres west of Townsville and a concentrate handling facility at the Port of Townsville.

Flights are direct to the onsite airport, and the mine is only 3.5 km from camp-the perfect distance for a sunset walk or run home along a purpose-built walking track. The onsite accommodation includes meal services, sports/gym facilities, swimming pool, music room, and social area.

About the Candidate

You will have experience and demonstrate capability in the following:

• Emergency remote care experience, working independently in an isolated setting
• Acute care experience in an Emergency Department and / or an Intensive Care Unit
• Fitness for work assessments, health surveillance and return to work support
• Knowledge of the health regulatory framework and OSHA injury and illness recording
• Collaboration with triage doctors, allied health and emergency response teams
• Good team player with a can-do attitude