Location:Canberra
Company Name :ACT health
Job details
Type / Length of Vacancy: Ongoing / Non-ongoing
Contact Officer Name: Birgit Jahnke
Contact Officer Phone: 02 6146 0058
Contact Officer Email: birgit.jahnke@dss.gov.au
Application Closing Date: 21-Aug-2024
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Job Description/Overview:
Come and work in a dynamic team that is flexible and accommodates change to provide efficient and responsive services.
The Central Outpatient Department (COD) at Canberra Hospital sits within the Division of Cancer and Ambulatory Support (CAS), providing clinic-based care to a wide variety of medical and surgical specialties. Nursing staff work across medical and surgical services including neurology, neurosurgery, endocrinology, general medicine, rheumatology, dermatology, infectious diseases, orthopedics, plastics, vascular, urology, ear nose & throat and oral and maxillofacial.
The level 1 Registered Nurse will work across the four main areas of the COD, inclusive of the Central Outpatient clinic, Registrar Review clinic, Fracture clinic and Ear, Nose, Throat & Oral Maxillofacial clinics. These clinics are fast paced with a high turnaround of patients, requiring excellent communication skills to work in concordance with the multidisciplinary team. Clinic schedules primarily run from Monday to Friday during business hours.
Key Responsibilities
Patient Care: Provide direct patient care, including administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and managing patient symptoms.
Medical Documentation: Accurately document patient information, including medical history, treatment plans, and progress notes in medical records.
Patient Assessment: Conduct thorough assessments of patients’ physical, emotional, and mental health to develop appropriate care plans.
Care Plan Development: Collaborate with physicians and healthcare teams to develop, implement, and evaluate individualized care plans for patients.
Patient Education: Educate patients and their families about medical conditions, treatment options, medications, and post-discharge care.
Wound Care: Perform wound care, including cleaning, dressing, and monitoring for signs of infection or complications.
IV Therapy: Administer intravenous medications and fluids, monitor for adverse reactions, and ensure proper IV site maintenance.
Emergency Response: Respond quickly to medical emergencies, providing critical care and coordinating with emergency services when needed.
Patient Advocacy: Advocate for patients’ rights, ensuring they receive high-quality care and respect for their preferences and needs.
Team Collaboration: Work closely with other healthcare professionals, including doctors, therapists, and social workers, to ensure comprehensive patient care.
Qualifications needed
Not stated
Experience:
Not stated
Skills:
Not stated
How to Apply:
To apply for this position please submit a CV, and a maximum 2-page application addressing Selection Criteria, listed in the position description
Additional information:
- Competitive pay rates and excellent working conditions within a tertiary hospital.
- Salary Packaging with many options that provide full fringe benefits tax concessions.
- Flexible working conditions.
- 11.5% Superannuation.
- Scholarships for education support
- Reimbursement of relocation expenses for interstate candidates subject to the hiring manager’s approval
Who can apply:
Qualified Applicant
Job link:
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