Practice Nurse (RN)

Westridge Medical
Toowoomba, Toowoomba & Darling Downs QLD
Nursing - General Medical & Surgical (Healthcare & Medical)
Casual/Vacation
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Posted 23d ago

We are a well-established Privately owned Mixed Billing and Accredited General Practice in Toowoomba. We currently have 6 General Practitioners and believe in working collaboratively with our Clinical and Administrative teams to strive for excellence as we provide progressive health care services to our local community.

We are looking for an energetic, enthusiastic and friendly Practice Nurse (RN) to work in our well-equipped treatment room, assist with chronic disease management and general nursing duties. This position is being offered as Part Time/ Casual to support our current practice nurse who is works the other days of the week. Applicants must also be able to help out with relief work as needed to cover sick and holiday leave (in coordination with other nursing staff).

Previous GP work is essential.

Essential Criteria:

  • Current RN registration with APHRA
  • Must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19
  • Current CPR/First Aid certificate
  • Immunisation experience
  • Flexibility and commitment to assist with holiday/leave cover
  • An energetic, enthusiastic, friendly "can do" personality
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Desirable Criteria:

  • Previous work in General Practice, ideally with Best Practice software
  • Have a pro-active attitude
  • Chronic disease management experience
  • Previous experience with Care Plans, Health Assessments, Pre-Employment Medicals, Asthma Cycle of Care, Diabetes Cycle of Care, Spirometry, ECG, wound care

Duties include but are not limited to:

  • Triage and patient assessment;
  • Clinical patient care incl. wound care, immunisation, ear syringing, assistance with minor surgical procedures;
  • Infection control; consumables ordering and stocking
  • Cold Chain Management
  • Proficient computer skills and working knowledge of practice software
  • Demonstrated patient focused approach in service provision
  • Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills
  • Demonstrated commitment to ongoing professional development
  • Occasional reception relief

Benefits & Culture

  • Friendly and welcoming team environment
  • Well established and respected family medical clinic
  • Great work/life balance
  • Ongoing professional development

 

Employer questions

Your application will include the following questions:
  • Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?
  • How many years' experience do you have as a registered nurse?
  • Are you currently registered with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)?
  • How much notice are you required to give your current employer?

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