Registered Nurse (Dialysis)

findojobs-za; Gauteng; Remote; ZAR 781 000 - 1 006 000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare service provider is seeking a Registered Nurse (Dialysis) to deliver haemodialysis and manage chronic care for patients. The ideal candidate has at least 2 years of haemodialysis experience and must be willing to work in a cross-cultural environment. Competitive salary and generous leave entitlements are offered.

Benefits

Attractive salary with 12% super

Generous salary packaging options

6 weeks annual leave plus 17.5% leave loading

Relocation assistance

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years Haemodialysis nursing experience.
• Recent National Criminal History Check.
• Willingness to work in a cross-cultural environment.

Responsibilities

• Deliver haemodialysis on a 2:1 patient to nurse ratio.
• Support chronic disease management for renal patients.
• Maintain clinical competency in haemodialysis.

Skills

Haemodialysis nursing experience

Communication skills

Cultural awareness

Teamwork

Quality Improvement

Education

Qualification and registration with AHPRA

Basic Life Support certification

Job description

Position Title :

Registered Nurse (Dialysis)

Program : Clinical Services

Location :

Remote dialysis site or Alice Springs as directed

Classification :

WDNWPT Enterprise Agreement

• Dialysis Nurse Level 2

Responsible to :

Dialysis Services Manager

POSITION SUMMARY

The role of the Registered Nurse (Dialysis) is to deliver haemodialysis on a 2 : 1 patient to nurse ratio to patients with complex needs in a community context and contribute to the management of dialysis units under the direction of Site or Regional Coordinators.

Key responsibilities include holistic care and chronic disease management to support renal patients and their families.

This position supervises and supports other staff in accordance with the Scope of Practice – Framework for Nurses and Midwives.

STANDARD REQUIREMENTS

Demonstrate a courteous and respectful manner and communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.

Demonstrate cultural awareness and knowledge of cultural safety and Indigenous community control.

Maintain confidentiality of information about clients, other staff members or community members.

Work to achieve standards of best practice and promote continuous quality improvement.

Demonstrate safe work practices and promote a safe work environment.

FUNCTIONS (Key Responsibilities)

Provide optimal dialysis treatment and holistic care within the scope of practice of a Registered Nurse.

Work effectively within a team with a focus on patient care at all times.

Develop and maintain positive relationships within the community, and engage with community strengthening activities.

Manage a diverse workload, using and maintaining assets and resources effectively.

Participate in quality and governance activities, reporting as required.

Act as a resource and mentor, encouraging and supporting all new staff.

Maintain clinical competency in haemodialysis and Basic Life Support.

Promote a safe work environment in accordance with legislative requirements, adheres to Work Health Safety guidelines, and reports all incidents and near misses.

Other duties as required within trained capability and classification.

KEY COMPETENCIES (SELECTION CRITERIA)

Essential :

• Qualification and registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Authority (AHPRA)
• A minimum of 2 years Haemodialysis nursing experience
• Certification of Basic Life Support (BLS)
• Working with Children Clearance
• Willingness and capacity to work in a cross-cultural environment.
• Willingness to work under the direction of Indigenous leadership.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a multi-disciplinary environment.
• A knowledge and commitment to Quality Improvement.
• Knowledge of current Work Health Safety Legislation.
• Recent (less than 6 months old) National Criminal History Check.
• Able to obtain a NDIS Worker Screening Clearance.
• Covid Vaccination (2 jabs + 1 booster).
• Unrestricted driver license to be able to drive in the NT.

Desirable :

• 4WD / Manual driving experience.
• Post graduate qualifications in Renal Nursing or working towards the same.
• Experience working for an Indigenous organisation.
• Indigenous language skills.

What We Offer :

• Attractive salary with 12% super
• generous salary packaging options
• 6 weeks annual leave plus 17.5% leave loading
• Other generous leave entitlements
• Relocation assistance to support your move to this beautiful part of Australia