The Gladstone Medical/Surgical Ward has incredible opportunities for Enrolled Nurses, with multiple options encompassing Permanent, Temporary, Full Time and Part Time available. Expand your scope of practice and enhance your nursing career!

The Medical/Surgical Ward offers services to sub-acute, medical, surgical, rehabilitation and palliative care patients. The Enrolled Nurse will perform under the direction of a Registered Nurse, and is responsible for delivering competent, evidence-based nursing care within their scope of practice to all patients in the ward.

Join a knowledgeable, high-achieving, experienced and fun team, grow your career through professional development opportunities, and enhance your existing skillset.

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Job details

This position attracts a Queensland Health Attraction Incentive of up to $20,000 - find out if you qualify here: Workforce Attraction Incentive Guideline Scheme

About us:

The Medical/Surgical Ward 1 Unit is located in Block One on the first floor of the Gladstone Hospital. The service offers a total of 31 inpatient beds which cover sub-acute, medical, surgical, rehabilitation and palliative care patients. The Medical/Surgical Ward provides clinical care through the development and maintenance of relevant and proven patient care standards involving ongoing research in clinical applications.

About the role:

An Enrolled Nurse position is available within the busy and dynamic Medical/Surgical Ward. This Enrolled Nurse will follow the four guiding values of CQHHS to ensure positive behaviour and performance outcomes. The Enrolled Nurse will perform under the direction of a Registered Nurse, and is responsible for delivering competent, evidence-based nursing care within their scope of practice to all patients in the ward. This includes but is not restricted to, Surgical, Medical, Orthopaedic, and Sub-Acute patients.

About you:

Mandatory qualification/s: Current registration as an Enrolled Nurse with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) and a current annual practising certificate are mandatory for this position.

• Able to demonstrate effective relationships with the range of health professionals involved in providing patient care.
• Proactively identify and manage patients within the inpatient setting.

What we offer:

Salary information:

Total remuneration value of up to $86,259 p.a. is comprised of:

• An hourly rate between $35.92 - $38.12 p.h.
• 12.75% employer superannuation contribution
• 17.5% leave loading

Other benefits include:

• Professional Development Opportunities
• Education Opportunities – Study and Research
• Work-Life Balance, Variety and Flexibility
• Generous Salary Sacrificing
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Discounted Private Health Insurance
• Fitness Passport

Vaccine Preventable Diseases (VPD) requirements:

It is a condition of employment for this role for the employee to be, and remain, vaccinated against vaccine preventable diseases as listed on the Role Description.

How to apply:

To submit your application / expression of interest, please include:

• Your current CV or resume, including referees.
• A short 1 to 2 page cover letter outlining how your experience, abilities and knowledge align with the organisational values, accountabilities and “How you will be Assessed” section of the Role Description.
• Include any additional forms / evidence as attached or listed on the Role Description.

Please note pre-employment checks will be carried out on applicants recommended for appointment/employment which may include confirming your qualifications, professional registration/s, previous employment history (including any previous disciplinary action), criminal history, Australian work status and vaccination requirements.

For assistance, contact Recruitment Services @ CQ Health and quote the Job Ad Reference (JAR) GL4G576078.

Applications close: Thursday, 18 July 2024.

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Further information

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Documents

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

• Information for Applicants (PDF, 312KB)
  Information Package for Applicants
  
  GL4G576078 - Enrolled Nurse (PDF, 342KB)
  Role Description