Description:
Job details
Position status Permanent Position type Full-time Occupational group Health - Nursing Classification Nurse Grade 7 Workplace Location Cairns region,Far North Qld Job ad reference QLD/TC560645 Closing date 30-May-2024 Yearly salary Fortnightly salary Total remuneration Salary Other Job duration Permanent Full Time Contact person Abby Conry Contact details 0427 645 437
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Tell me more...The Clinical Nurse Consultant provides leadership and support to other nursing staff and Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait healthcare workers and is responsible for implementing plans related to safe, consumer focussed ophthalmic care in collaboration with the Manager of the Maternal and Health Program and relevant others.
This role may be eligible for the Queensland Health Attraction Incentive. See link - Workforce attraction incentive scheme | Careers (health.qld.gov.au)
To be successful in this role you will have:
- Demonstrated advanced level of knowledge and clinical expertise in screening and caring for ophthalmic clients.
- Fosters a skills development program for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Health Workers wishing to gain experience in eye health.
- Initiate and participate in research activities designed to improve patient outcomes.
- High level professional functioning that is flexible, innovative, and includes effective communication.
If this sounds like the right fit for you, Torres and Cape can offer you:
- Base comprising salary between $132,562.00 - $143,924.00 p.a.
- Generous employer contribution to superannuation (12.75%)
- Salary packaging option to increase your take home pay
- Work / Life balance, variety and flexibility
- Great support team
- Professional development
Requirements for the role:
- Appointment to this position requires proof of qualification and/or registration/endorsement with the appropriate registration authority or association. Certified copies of the required information must be provided to the appropriate supervisor/manager, prior to commencement of clinical duties. Current registration with the Australian Health Practice Registration Authority (APHRA) as a registered nurse and current practising certificate is mandatory.
- This position requires the incumbent to operate a patient retrieval vehicle (4WD) which requires a C Class Drivers Licence. An appropriate licence endorsement to operate this type of vehicle is required. Proof of this endorsement must be provided before commencement of duty.
- Travel across the TCHHS will be a requirement of this position in commercial and/or light aircraft, 4WD vehicles and ferries.
For additional information regarding the responsibilities, mandatory qualifications and/or other requirements for this position please refer to the role description.
About Torres and Cape Hospital and Health Services visit TCHHS website
How do I apply? Applications should be submitted ONLINE via the Smart Jobs and Careers website.
Do you need more information? Simply call the contact person listed on the role description.
Please no unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies.
Further information
We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.
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Documents
Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.
- TC560645 - Role Description (PDF, 314KB)
Role Description
1 QH Applicant Kit (PDF, 917KB)
Information Package for Applicants
4 TCHHS Nursing & Midwifery Booklet (PDF, 3.85MB)
Information Package for Applicants
4 RANIP Recruitment Flyer 2023 (PDF, 282KB)
Information Package for Applicants
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