Registered Nurse

Description:

Wesley College Melbourne, a school of the Uniting Church, established in 1866, is one of Australia's leading and most respected co-educational independent schools. With an enrolment of 3,400 students from ECLC to Year 12, it comprises three metropolitan campuses in Melbourne, at St Kilda Road, Glen Waverley and Elsternwick, outdoor education sites at Chum Creek, Mallana and Lochend, and a Year 9 residential campus at Clunes.
Established in 2000, Wesley College provides a residential program for Year 9 students. The focus for the program is upon education of the whole person. Emphasis is given to experiential learning, independent inquiry and community living.
Applications are invited from suitably qualified Registered Nurses (Division 1) for Full time and Part-time positions based at our Clunes Campus.
The Nurses are part of the pastoral care network for students. The Nurse will act independently within AHPRA guidelines as a Division 1 registered nurse. The Nurse must be proficient in preventative health, Health Assessment and Referral procedures. The Nurse plays a major role in illness prevention and early detection and correction of Health problems.
The Nurse reports to the College Health Centres Manager and has a key working relationship with the Head of Clunes Campus, Heads of Welfare and campus staff.
In making this appointment, the College is seeking applicants who, among other qualities can demonstrate:

* Provision of primary/tertiary health care to patients appropriate to their needs and the situation.
* Referring patients to school counsellors, doctors, medical specialists and allied health personnel as appropriate.
* Liaising with parents/guardians, family, teachers and Heads of School as necessary about the health needs of patients.
* Administration of medication.
* Identifying students with significant health issues and develops/implements Care Plans for their management in the school environment.
* Assisting with the development of strategies to address habitual attendance at the Health Centre by some patients.
* Managing the Health Centre on-site, including ordering of stock, administration and general maintenance.

To be eligible for this position you must be a Registered Nurse (Div. 1) and be prepared to obtain a Working with Children Check, a National Police Certificate clearance and be able to demonstrate the relevant expertise required for this position. Experience working in a school environment would be highly regarded.
Applications close at 5.00pm on Monday 13 May 2024.
Applications will be considered as they are received, and interviews may commence prior to the application close date.
Wesley College is a child safe employer and is committed to the welfare of children and their protection. All potential employees and volunteers will be required to comply with the School's Child Safe Policy and Code of Conduct. Applicants will be required to undergo police and background checks in accordance with this policy.