Fixed term temporary full time opportunity to provide contemporary evidence based consumer/patient focused care, in collaboration with the interprofessional health care team to facilitate optimal health outcomes for the recipients of healthcare services.

Job details

About the role

The purpose of this RN Developmental Role is to upskill and learn expert clinical knowledge and care for clients seeking treatment for substance use dependence and other co-morbidities.

This temporary RN Developmental position will allow aspiring registered nurses from areas of Nursing outside of the Alcohol and Drug Service, to develop their triage, assessment, formulation, case management and referral skills, as well as enhance autonomy and problem-solving abilities in Drug and Alcohol Nursing.

The Developmental Registered Nurse (RN) role provides contemporary evidence-based client focused care, education, leadership, and portfolio management. Treatment modalities provided by our medicalised units include opioid substitution treatment, substance withdrawal management and counselling. The RN will upskill in provision of these treatment modalities and will provide ongoing case management and co-ordination of care in Opioid Dependence Treatment settings, with the support of the Clinical Nurses and additional training, according to the key accountabilities in the role description.

All services are delivered in an outpatient clinic at Chermside, at Chermside Community Health Centre and The Prince Charles Hospital, Monday - Friday, during business hours.Health Equity

It is expected that all Metro North Health staff, including the incumbent of this role as a valuable member of the Metro North workforce, contribute to the health equity agenda and meet the intent of supporting the defined six actions that specifically meet the needs of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people within the National Safety and Quality Health Service Standards (NSQHS), by actively supporting the elimination of racial discrimination and institutional racism; supporting increased access to health care; influencing the social, cultural and economic determinants of health; supporting the delivery of sustainable, culturally safe and responsive health services;  and recognise the importance of working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, communities and organisations to design, deliver, monitor and review the health and support services we provide.

Applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged and welcomed.

Benefits when working for us

• Rewarding career and development opportunities across a wide range of clinical and non-clinical areas
• Value driven organisation which provides a work environment that is safe, satisfying, flexible, and promotes a healthy work-life balance
• Flexible working arrangements and competitive salary rates with annual incremental increases
• Benefit from a higher than standard employer contribution to Superannuation of up to 12.75% and access to salary packaging

Be part of a world-class, dynamic and growing health service that embraces technology and innovation, excellence in healthcare, quality teaching and cutting edge research. Metro North Health is committed to providing a diverse and inclusive workplace for all employees. We offer unique and rewarding professional development opportunities in a safe and flexible work environment with a focus on putting our people first. You can find out more about why it's so great to work at Metro North here: https://metronorth.health.qld.gov.au/careers

Find out about the role in more detail and how to apply in the attached Role Description.

APPLICATIONS RECEIVED VIA THIRD PARTIES (RECRUITMENT AGENCIES ETC.) WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED

Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

Documents

Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.

• Application Support (PDF, 860KB)
  Application Kit
  
  Benefits for working with MN (PDF, 1.00MB)
  Application Kit
  
  MH654976 Role Description (PDF, 513KB)
  Role Description