We are seeking an experienced and motivated Clinical Nurse – Loan Set Coordinator to join our Perioperative Services team at Redcliffe Hospital. This senior clinical role provides expert perioperative leadership in the coordination, booking and management of loan instrument sets, implantable medical devices and specialist equipment required for elective surgery.

Job details

About the role

As the Clinical Nurse – Loan Set Coordinator, you will practice autonomously and provide advanced clinical leadership within the Central Sterilising Department and Perioperative Services. The role applies contemporary, evidence‑based perioperative principles to ensure loan sets and implantable devices are accurately coordinated, compliant and available to support surgical activity.

Working closely with the Nurse Unit Manager and multidisciplinary teams, you will provide guidance to Registered Nurses, Enrolled Nurses and non‑registered staff in complex clinical situations. You will also lead portfolios in quality assurance, monitoring, training and education, supporting safe practice, continuous quality improvement and optimal patient outcomes.

About you

Our ideal candidate will be someone who can carry out the following key accountabilities in accordance with the Metro North Health's values:

• Provide teaching to both consumers/patients and their families to facilitate learning and enable them to move towards independence.
• Support an evidence-based learning environment and participate in learning activities/opportunities for self and others.
• Participate in and support the performance and development planning of self and others.
• Integrate organisational policies and guidelines with professional standards by maintaining current knowledge and participating in relevant policy review.

Demonstrate commitment to continuous quality improvement and best practice principles to optimise 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.

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)
  
  Benefits for working with MN (PDF)
  
  RD678562 Role Description (PDF)