• Mūrrūmba Targan Djimbulung (MTD) provides wrap-around health and well-being support to First Nations adults who live in West Moreton and experience chronic health issues, such as diabetes and ongoing heart and lung issues. The name Mūrrūmba Targan Djimbulung (pronounced mood/oom/bah tah/gan jimba/lung) means ‘good healing my people’ in language gifted to the health service by the region’s three Traditional Owner groups, the Jagera, Yuggera and Ugarapul peoples..

• Permanent Full time opportunity available!

Job details

About the role

This opportunity is open to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Clinical Nurses looking to specialise in chronic conditions. Come and be a part of one of West Moreton's very own First Nations led service with a growing multidisciplinary team. Join a team that is building our service to care for our First Nations community. Professional mentoring and support available for the right candidate.

The Clinical Nurse Consultant is a senior Registered Nurse who will provide clinical nursing leadership and operationally be responsible for supporting the First Nations Holistic Wellbeing Service – Murrumba Targan Djimbulung. The position is accountable/responsible for the initial planning and implementation of the Service model of care and to work collaboratively/in consultation, to evaluate this new model of care to align with the West Moreton strategic plan and Department of Healthcare Purchasing and System Performance Branch performance outcomes.

The role will work towards the priorities established under the West Moreton First Nations Health Equity Strategy 2022 – 2025 and work closely with colleagues across the health continuum to optimise resources, share innovation and ensure consistent clinical practices and cultural appropriateness of care provision across the hospital and community sectors.

For requirements of the role please refer to the How you will be assessed on the role description.

Mandatory Requirements:

• Vaccinated against, and remain vaccinated against, certain vaccine preventable diseases (VPD) as outlined in the Health Employment Directive NO. 01/16
• Under s25 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1991 (Qld) it is a genuine occupational requirement for the incumbent to be Indigenous to the Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander Community

About West Moreton Health

West Moreton Health is one of the most rapidly evolving health services in the south east corner, with a community growth expected to almost double to more than 588,000 by 2036. Our vision is for a robust hospital and health service that includes fit-for-purpose spaces, interconnected buildings, multi-disciplinary health services, research, education and community partnerships.

To read more on how West Moreton Health are committed to transforming and optimising our care, to meet the health care needs of our growing and diverse community –  Follow this link  

Benefits

• 17.5% annual leave loading (Additional allowances/entitlements may apply)
• 12.75 % employer contribution to superannuation
• Professional development
• Salary sacrificing options
• Wellness programs
• Employee Assistance Service (EAS).

To apply

Further information regarding this role please download and read the attached Role Description and Information Packages. You will need to submit your Cover Letter, CV or Resume including the names and contact details of two referees and a short response (maximum 1-2 pages) on how your experience, abilities, knowledge and personal qualities are relevant to the role.

Applications to remain current for a period of 12 months and may be used to fill a similar vacancy.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply for all West Moreton Health vacancies.

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.

• Joining the West Moreton Health Community (PDF, 301KB)
  Information Package for Applicants
  
  WMH Nursing and Midwifery Professional Practice Model (PDF, 816KB)
  Information Package for Applicants
  
  WM654440_08 CNC Murrumba Targan Djimbulung_RD (PDF, 243KB)
  Role Description