Practice Nurse

PHN; Singleton Council; Hybrid; AUD 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary Packaging

End of year leave (pro-rata)

Working with community in a local non‑

Job summary

Ungooroo Aboriginal Corporation - GP Services in Singleton is seeking a part-time Practice Nurse to join our multidisciplinary team delivering primary health care to the Aboriginal community and others using the service.

You will provide general health screening, assist with ECG and minor procedures, maintain patient records, and work alongside GPs and nursing students. Registration with AHPRA is required and experience in Aboriginal health is desirable.

Qualifications

• Current RN registration with AHPRA.
• Knowledge of Aboriginal health issues and chronic disease.
• Experience with Best Practice software preferred.
• Excellent organisational and time management.
• Able to maintain confidentiality and professional conduct.
• Experience in a similar practice nurse role desirable.

Responsibilities

• General health screening and assessment.
• First aid and emergency procedures assistance.
• Assist GPs with assessments and care plans.
• Coordinate clients within the multidisciplinary team.
• ECG and minor procedures support.
• Maintain client clinical records and legal compliance.
• Collaborate with GP and nursing staff.

Skills

Time management

Communication skills

Confidentiality

Patient-focused care

Interpersonal skills

Nursing experience

Education

Nursing registration (AHPRA)

Tools

Best Practice software

Job description

Ungooroo are looking for a Practice Nurse to join their growing team in Singleton.

Located in the heart of the Hunter Valley, Ungooroo Aboriginal Corporation - GP Services is an Aboriginal community-controlled health service, which aims to deliver culturally appropriate primary health care services, advocacy and social and emotional support to Aboriginal people and their families in our community.

Ungooroo is looking for a part-time Practice Nurse to provide supportive clinical care as part of a larger multi-disciplinary team, focused on improving health outcomes for the local Aboriginal community and others who use the service.

Days/Hours: Monday - Thursday 8:30am-5pm (30 min lunch breaks).

The Practice Nurse will work closely with Ungooroo general practitioners in providing primary health care and support services.

Although this is not an identified position, we encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to apply.

ABOUT THE ROLE

• General health screening and assessment
• First aid assistance with emergency procedures
• Work with the clinic GPs to provide assessments and support the preparation of health management and care plans.
• Coordinate clients within the multidisciplinary health team and feedback between the services, patients and GP.
• Diagnostic procedures (eg ECG) and assistance with minor procedures and wound care.
• Maintenance of client clinical records and compliance with all statutory obligations.
• Work with the clinic GP’s/ Practice Nurse and GP/Nursing Students
• Coordinate clients within the multidisciplinary health team and feedback between the services, patients and GP.
• Maintenance of client clinical records and compliance with all statutory obligations.

ABOUT YOU

• Current registration as a Registered Nurse, AHPRA Registered Nurse
• Understanding of current health issues relevant to the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities particularly with chronic disease.
• Experience using Best Practice software (desirable)
• Effective organisational and time management skills
• Demonstrated knowledge of and compliance with all relevant legislation and legal obligations related to nursing and patient care.
• Demonstrate patient-focused approach in service provision with genuine empathy and interest in patient needs.
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills across all ages and social groups.
• Maintain absolute confidentiality regarding patient and practice information.
• Experience in similar role as practice nurse highly desirable

The successful candidate must be willing to provide a clear criminal record check and current paid working with children check prior to appointment.

THE PERKS!

• Salary Packaging
• End of year leave to cover the closure period (pro-rata)
• Working with community in a local non-for-profit