Registered Nurse

Immunologyclinic; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 69,000; Part time

Job summary

Compass Immunology Clinics Brisbane is seeking a passionate Registered Nurse to join our specialist team part-time (2–4 days per week). The role involves acute care, allergy and immunology clinics, with training provided in a supportive environment.

Initial placement at Greenslopes, with coverage across Grange as needed. Ideal candidates hold AHPRA registration, experience in paediatric or ED settings, and a strong focus on patient-centred care.

Qualifications

• AHPRA-registered nurse with appropriate practice scope.
• Experience in paediatric or emergency department settings is highly regarded.
• Ability to assess patients across all ages and manage deteriorating conditions.

Responsibilities

• Early recognition, escalation and management of deteriorating patients.
• Management of acute anaphylaxis and immunotherapy procedures.
• Education and administration for SCIT injections and other biologic therapies.
• Maintain patient safety and deliver high-quality care in a fast-paced clinic setting.

Skills

Acute medical emergencies

Communication

Time management

Patient-centric care

Education

AHPRA Authorized Registered Nurse

Job description

Compass Immunology Clinics are a premier provider of private Immunology and Allergy Care in Queensland, specializing in the diagnosis and management of allergies, autoimmune disorders and immune deficiency disorders.

We pride ourselves on our cohesive and supportive team with 18 Clinicians, 15 Administration staff, and 5 Registered Nurses; including a Practice Manager, Operations Manager and Nurse Team Lead. Our team consists of handpicked staff who share our core values: Passionate about Improving Lives - Excellence in Patient Experience - Sharing Knowledge to Make a Difference - One Enthusiastic Team

About the role

With Australia now often referred to as the "allergy capital of the world", allergic disease is one of our country's fastest-growing chronic health issues. Join one of Australia's largest collaborations of Specialist Immunologists, Allergists, GP allergists, Allied Health and Nurses at Compass Immunology Clinics Brisbane.

With the landscape of allergic disease and research shifting rapidly, we are looking for a passionate and motivated RN to join our team in this ever-evolving specialty.

This is a permanent part-time opportunity for an AHPRA Authorized Registered Nurse to join our team, 2-4 days a week (potential for early morning shift from 7.00am to evening shift finishing at 8pm). Family friendly hours.

You will receive on the job specialized training in a supportive team environment. The role will initially be primarily situated at the Greenslopes clinic; additional training will then be provided to cover short notice leave at our Grange clinic.

By joining our team, you will be working in an area that is at the forefront of medical advancements, including oral immunotherapies and biological therapies. There will also be opportunities for ongoing Professional Development through peer reviewed e-training, annual conferences and clinical trial updates.

Key responsibilities

• Early recognition, escalation and management of a deteriorating patient
• Acute Anaphylaxis care
• Education and administration for Initiation of Subcutaneous Immunotherapy (SCIT) injections, Monoclonal Antibody (MAB) injections (e.g. Xolair, Dupixent, Humira, Nucala) and Sublingual Immunotherapy (SLIT)
• Administration of Maintenance SCIT Injections and MABs
• Oral Food Challenges and Peanut Oral Immunotherapy
• Patient/ Carer education for identification and management of:
• Anaphylaxis outside a clinic setting
• Allergic Rhinitis
• Asthma
• Food and Drug Allergy
• Patch Testing

About you

• AHPRA Authorized Registered Nurse Paediatric and/or Emergency Department experience highly regarded
• Experienced and competent with managing acute medical emergencies including Acute Anaphylaxis
• Capable and proficient with thorough clinic assessment of patients from all age groups (infancy through to older age); including the early recognition, escalation and management of deteriorating patients
• Autonomous and passionate to provide patient-centric care with attention to detail and excellent time management skills
• Effective and timely communication to ensure patient care and safety is maintained as the top priority
• Dedicated team player who positively contributes to the work culture and who continuously seeks ways to improve and streamline processes
• Approachable, reliable, dependable, and keen to up skill and maintain current best practice clinical care
• Flexible with work schedules, including cover for planned annual leave and short notice personal leave
• Hold a current driver's license

The health, safety and satisfaction of our patients is at the forefront of everything we do. We strive every day to exceed patient expectations and our main aim is to deliver the highest standard of care and utmost peace of mind.

To learn more about us visit https://www.compass.clinic