Description:
REMOTE AREA NURSE- Agency Contracts
RENAL WARD
Our clients mission is to provide compassionate and exceptional healthcare services to a vibrant and culturally rich community, ensuring every patient receives personalized care and support.
Location: Alice Springs, NT (Hospital Based)
Contracts: 4-12 weeks
Short Contracts: We facilitate short term placements that suit your availability and experience.
MMT RECRUITMENT (Health) works with Public Hospital, Private Hospitals, Public Health Care, Private Health Care, Nursing Homes, and not-for-profit organisations to provide holistic and collaborative recruitment solutions for organisations wanting to deliver quality health care.
Summary - About The Role
We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Remote Area Nurses for short contracts to provide health care services to remote communities. The ideal candidate will be passionate about making a difference in underserved areas and capable of working autonomously and withing a dynamic team in challenging environments.
Our Benefits
- Competitive base rate up to $85 / per hour + Penalties + Super
- Transport covered
- Subsidised accommodation
- Rotating roster
As a Registered Nurse, Your Responsibilities Will Include
- Conduct comprehensive assessments of patients admitted to the renal ward, including reviewing medical history, performing physical examinations, and assessing renal function.
- Administer medications as prescribed by the nephrologist, including erythropoietin-stimulating agents, phosphate binders, and intravenous iron supplements.
- Monitor and manage patients receiving hemodialysis, peritoneal dialysis, or continuous renal replacement therapy (CRRT), ensuring accurate treatment delivery and patient safety.
- Assess and monitor vascular access sites for patients undergoing hemodialysis, including arteriovenous fistulas, grafts, and central venous catheters.
- Perform cannulation of vascular access sites as needed, ensuring proper technique, and minimizing the risk of complications.
What We Require From You
- Bachelor of Nursing qualification (or equivalent) and current AHPRA registration
- Minimum of 2 years working in remote or rural healthcare settings
- 2 years experience as a Renal ward Nurse with acute experience
- Evidence of prior service
- Specific qualifications or Training for specialty area
- National police certificate
- A valid and up to date Ochre Card
- Up to date vaccinations
Email: recruitment@mmthealth.com.au
Phone: +61 466 599 080
We look forward to working with you and creating your new and exciting job opportunity.