Practice Nurse (Full time)

Clarity Medical; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Superannuation contributions

Professional development

Mentorship & collaboration

Flexible work arrangements

Modern facilities

CPD support & study leave

Leadership opportunities

Job summary

Clarity Medical is seeking a dedicated Practice Nurse to support our St Kilda East/Port Melbourne community. You will assist GPs with procedures, administer vaccinations and perform routine clinical checks, contributing to high-quality patient care.

We value an inclusive, patient-centred approach, with a focus on compliance, documentation, and team collaboration. Flexible arrangements and professional development opportunities are offered.

Qualifications

• Current AHPRA registration as RN or EN.
• Minimum 2 years’ practice nurse experience in general practice.
• Strong knowledge of clinical nursing procedures.
• Current immunisation training/certification or willingness to obtain.
• Excellent communication with patients, GPs and team.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating with the team.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Computer literacy; experience with Best Practice software.
• Inclusive, patient-centred approach to care and CPR trained.

Responsibilities

• Support the practice team to ensure efficient patient flow and service.
• Administer adult, child and travel vaccinations.
• Assist GPs with surgical procedures, iron infusions and contraception devices.
• Perform routine clinical observations and vitals checks.
• Assist 6 week baby checks including weights and measurements.
• Provide health education and preventative advice to patients.
• Deliver direct patient care including wound care and education.
• Maintain accurate clinical records and privacy compliance.
• Maintain cold chain and sterilise equipment; keep environment clean.
• Contribute to continuous quality improvement.

Skills

Registered Nurse

Immunisation experience

Clinical nursing procedures

CPR certification

Communication skills

Independent with teamwork

Organisational skills

Computer literacy

Education

AHPRA RN/EN registration

Tools

Best Practice software

Job description

What you'll be doing

• Supporting the practice team to ensure efficient patient flow and excellent customer service
• Administering adult, childhood and travel vaccinations
• Assisting GPs in undertaking surgical procedures, iron infusions and long-acting contraception device procedures (Implanon and IUDs)
• Performing routine clinical observations such as blood pressure monitoring, weight measurements, and blood glucose testing
• Assisting in 6 week baby checks including weighing and measuring of babies
• Providing health education and preventative health advice to patients
• Providing direct patient care including wound management and patient education
• Maintaining accurate and timely clinical records and ensuring compliance with privacy regulations
• Maintaining cold chain management
• Sterilising equipment and maintaining a clean, safe clinical environment
• Contributing to continuous quality improvement

Much more that keeps the day busy and interesting

What we're looking for

• Current registration with the AHPRA as an Registered Nurse (RN) or Enrolled Nurse (EN)
• Minimum 2 years proven experience working as a Practice Nurse in a general practice setting
• Strong knowledge of clinical nursing procedures and best practice standards
• Current immunisation training and certification (or willingness to obtain this)
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to work effectively with patients, GPs, and team members
• Ability to work independently whilst maintaining strong collaborative relationships with the practice team
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
• Computer literacy and proficiency with Best Practice software
• An inclusive, compassionate, patient-centred approach to healthcare delivery
• Current CPR training certificate
• Flexibility and adaptability in a fast-paced clinical environment

What we offer

• Competitive salary and superannuation contributions
• Professional development and training opportunities to advance your nursing career
• Supportive team environment with opportunities for mentorship and collaboration
• Flexible working arrangements where possible to support work-life balance
• Modern clinical facilities and equipment
• Continuing professional development support and study leave options
• Opportunity for leadership role in the future

About us

Clarity Medical is a general practice committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centred healthcare to our St Kilda East, Port Melbourne and surrounding communities. We believe in creating a supportive, inclusive workplace where our team members can thrive professionally whilst providing exceptional care to our patients. Our goal is that patients leave the practice feeling pleased with their decision to choose us and trust us with their care.

We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and welcome discussions about how we can support your success in this role.