Urgent Care Registered Nurse - Flexible Evenings/Weekends

Hanover Insurance Group, Inc.; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Above-award rates

No overnight shifts

Ongoing training and Urgent Care Indoс

Career progression

Health insurance discounts

Uniform provided

Free onsite parking

Job summary

ForHealth is seeking a Registered Nurse to join our Urgent Care team in Adelaide. You will provide high-quality nursing support, conduct timely patient triage, identify deterioration and work closely with Urgent Care Medical Practitioners to deliver excellent patient care.

You will be responsible for hands-on clinical care including wound care, suturing and plastering, with opportunities to develop in a growing urgent care model and benefit from above-award pay and a supportive,

Qualifications

• Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse.
• Minimum 3 years' experience as a Registered Nurse.
• Minimum 3 years' experience in Emergency, triage, ICU/CCU or rural/remote nursing.
• Previous triage, emergency or remote nursing experience preferred.
• Strong clinical assessment and escalation skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work autonomously, delegate appropriately and work effectively within a team.
• Availability to work evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Act as the first point of contact and conduct accurate, timely nursing triage.
• Assess patients, prioritise care and identify/escalate emergencies or deterioration.
• Deliver hands-on clinical care including wound care, suturing, plastering and assisting with procedures.
• Provide compassionate, patient-centred care in collaboration with patients, families and medical practitioners.
• Support patients with health education and achieving positive clinical outcomes.
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation.
• Contribute to workplace health, safety and quality initiatives.
• Adapt confidently to a fast-paced and changing Urgent Care environment.

Skills

Nursing

Triage

Emergency care

Clinical assessment

Patient education

Job description

About ForHealth

ForHealth is one of Australia’s leading primary healthcare providers, with 95+ medical centres, 1,500+ independent practitioners and 8+ million patient consultations annually.

Our growing Urgent Care Service provides accessible care for patients when it’s urgent but not an emergency. Join us and help shape the future of Urgent Care in Australia.

About the Role

We are seeking aRegistered Nurseto join our Urgent Care team. You will provide high-quality nursing support, conduct timely patient triage, identify deterioration and work closely with Urgent Care Medical Practitioners to deliver excellent patient care.

Why Join Us?

• Career progression– Build a long-term career with ongoing learning and development opportunities.
• Top-of-scope practice– Develop skills in wound care, plastering, procedures and more.
• Innovative healthcare model– Be part of a growing and evolving area of primary healthcare.
• Competitive pay– Earn above-award rates.
• Work-life balance– No overnight shifts, with opportunities for evening and weekend work.
• Healthcare leadership– Join a leading provider in the growing Urgent Care sector.

Your Responsibilities

• Act as the first point of contact and conduct accurate, timely nursing triage.
• Assess patients, prioritise care and identify/escalate emergencies or deterioration.
• Deliver hands-on clinical care including wound care, suturing, plastering and assisting with procedures.
• Provide compassionate, patient-centred care in collaboration with patients, families and medical practitioners.
• Support patients with health education and achieving positive clinical outcomes.
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation.
• Contribute to workplace health, safety and quality initiatives.
• Adapt confidently to a fast-paced and changing Urgent Care environment.

About You

• CurrentAHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse.
• Minimum3 years’ experience as a Registered Nurse.
• Minimum 3 years’ experience inEmergency, triage, ICU/CCU or rural/remote nursing.
• Previous triage, emergency or remote nursing experience preferred.
• Strong clinical assessment and escalation skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work autonomously, delegate appropriately and work effectively within a team.
• Passion for patient-centred care.
• Availability to work evenings and weekends.

What We Offer

• Above-award rates
• No overnight shifts
• Ongoing training, development and Urgent Care induction
• Career progression and internal promotion opportunities
• 20% dental discount for you and your family
• Health insurance discounts
• Fitness Passport
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Program
• Flare employee discounts
• Salary packaging and novated lease options
• Uniform provided
• Free onsite parking

Child Safety & Inclusion

ForHealth is committed to maintaining a safe, inclusive and child-safe environment. Successful candidates must comply with child safety requirements, including relevant screening and mandatory training.

We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and are committed to creating a safe, respectful and inclusive workplace.

Ready to shape the future of Urgent Care? Apply now and join our growing team.