An exciting opportunity exists for a Nurse Practitioner Emergency Department Mental Health (NPMH) who is the most senior and expert clinical nurse within their area of practice in the Hospital and Health Service. They are an integral member of the multidisciplinary health care team who practices autonomously but in collaboration with others to assess and manage patients within their clinical context using expert nursing knowledge and skills at an advanced level based on the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia – Registered Nurse Standards of Practice.

Sunshine Coast Hospital and Health Service (SCHHS) is in southeast Queensland and extends through the coastal and hinterland areas from Caloundra in the south and Gympie in the north.

This position is accountable for clinical practice, professional advice given and delegations of care and contributes expert nursing assessment and advice to achieve integrated nursing care within a risk management and best practice framework.

The NPMH will primarily provide direct expert nursing care and will initiate, implement and monitor relevant interventional therapies and interpret diagnostic pathology as part of the role which also includes the authority to prescribe medications and initiate direct referrals to other healthcare professionals.

The team is based in the Emergency Department at Nambour General Hospital and Sunshine Coast University Hospital and provides triage-intake and assessments of people referred for a mental health consult within the Emergency Departments.

Key Responsibilities include:

• Accountable for NMBA and own standards, actions and the outcomes of own nursing/midwifery practice.
• May have multi-site responsibilities within the defined scope of practice.
• Provide direct individual or group care for a complete occasion of service to a defined patient population within a scope of practice.

Remuneration value up to $172,618 p.a., comprising salary between $144,913 - $151,292 p.a., employer contribution to superannuation (up to 12.75%) and annual leave loading (17.5%) (Nurse Grade 8). Applications will remain current for 12 months. Please note: only applications from candidates will be accepted (applications that may result in an agency fee will not be considered).

Why work for us?
We offer rewarding career opportunities across a wide range of clinical and non-clinical areas across our health service and pride ourselves on providing a work environment that is safe, satisfying, flexible, and promotes a healthy work-life balance.

As a Queensland Health employee, you will benefit from a higher than standard employer contribution to Superannuation of up to 12.75%, access to salary packaging, flexible working arrangements and competitive salary rates with annual incremental increases.
We are committed to providing a diverse and inclusive workplace for our people and our community. We encourage people of all genders, races, ages and abilities to apply for roles within our Health Service.
You can find out more about why it's so great to work at Sunshine Coast here: https://www.health.qld.gov.au/sunshinecoast/careers

As a Sunshine Coast Health employee, you will receive competitive remuneration and have access to:
• A wellness program;
• Generous superannuation;
• Flexible work arrangements;
• Career training and development; and
• Salary packaging.
• Salary packaging.

This role may be eligible for the Queensland Workforce Attraction and Incentive Scheme.

Please apply on line at https://smartjobs.qld.gov.au/jobs/QLD-SC554180

Advertising closes on Tuesday, 23 April 2024

 

Position description:  

The Primary Care Nurse Practitioner at Medical One, will play a pivotal role in delivering high-quality, patient-centred care within our medical centres. The PCNP will work collaboratively with our multidisciplinary team to assess, diagnose, and treat a diverse range of acute and chronic health conditions. Additionally, when not consulting, the PCNP will fulfil the duties of a Practice Nurse, contributing to the efficient operation of the medical centre.

Primary responsibilities will include:

Nurse Practitioner Duties: 1. Conducting comprehensive health assessments, including physical examinations, medical histories, and diagnostic tests.

2. Formulating and implementing evidence-based treatment plans, including prescribing medications, ordering laboratory tests, and referring patients to specialists as needed.

3. Providing patient education and counselling on disease prevention, health promotion, and management of chronic conditions.

4. Collaborating closely with General Practitioners, Registered Nurses, and administrative staff to ensure seamless coordination of care and optimal patient outcomes.

5. Participating in multidisciplinary team meetings, case conferences, and quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient care delivery and outcomes.

6. Demonstrating a commitment to professional development by staying current with best practices, guidelines, and advancements in primary care and nurse practitioner practice. 7. Upholding Medical One's mission and values by fostering a supportive work environment, promoting a culture of caring, commitment, and communication, and delivering exceptional healthcare to every patient.

Practice Nurse Duties: 1. Assisting with patient triage, including taking vital signs, recording medical histories, and preparing patients for examination by healthcare providers.

2. Performing routine clinical procedures, such as wound care, immunizations, and venepuncture, following established protocols and infection control guidelines.

3. Providing health education and counselling to patients and their families on preventive care, chronic disease management, and medication administration.

4. Maintaining accurate and up-to-date medical records, including documenting patient encounters, test results, and treatment plans in electronic health records (EHR) systems.

5. Supporting the efficient operation of the medical centre by assisting with inventory management and administrative tasks as needed.

6. Collaborating with healthcare team members to ensure continuity of care and facilitate smooth patient flow within the medical centre.

7. Demonstrating a commitment to upholding Medical One's mission, values, and standards of excellence in patient care through professional conduct and adherence to established protocols and guidelines.

Qualifications and Requirements:

1. Current registration as a Nurse Practitioner with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia.

2. Advanced clinical knowledge and skills in primary care, with a minimum of 1 year of experience as a Nurse Practitioner preferred.

3. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with patients, families, and healthcare team members.

4. Strong critical thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities, with a commitment to evidence-based practice and continuous quality improvement.

5. Ability to work autonomously and as part of a collaborative team in a fast-paced clinical environment.

6. Current CPR certification and professional indemnity insurance coverage.

7. Commitment to upholding Medical One's mission, values, and standards of excellence in patient care.

Closing date:16 May 2024

For more information:  fmaldonado@medicalone.com.au  

Position Description:HERE

 

Teach for Ausmed

Ausmed Education is calling for expressions of interest from Nurse Practitioners to provide high-quality educational sessions in an online video format located in various states in Australia. You will be presenting to an online audience of nurses, midwives, paramedics, pharmacists, care workers, ancillary staff, and other allied healthcare professionals. Our content experts enjoy working with our company who are dedicated to producing professional, engaging and effective education.  

Download the flyer "Teach for Ausmed" for further details. We are keen to hear from you!

 

Training to help Nurses re-enter the health workforce - https://covid-19training.gov.au/ 

The Australian Government will provide funding for registered nurses to undertake online education to enable them to re-enter the clinical workforce and assist with the national response to the COVID-19 pandemic.

 

Media event date: 

25 March 2020

Date published: 

25 March 2020

Media type: 

Media release

Audience: 

General public

The Australian Government will provide funding for registered nurses to undertake online education to enable them to re-enter the clinical workforce and assist with the national response to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Despite swift action by Australian governments, the number of COVID-19 cases will continue to grow.

It is likely that unprecedented demand for health care will put pressure on our health system and health professionals, especially doctors and nurses whose work is vital to protecting and saving lives.

The Government will provide up to $1 million to the Australian College of Nursing (ACN) to provide an online refresher course with up to date information about acute nursing care, including latest evidence based guidelines on COVID-19 infection control.

The course will be available immediately to eligible registered nurses who hold current general registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia, and who meet the recency of Practice Registration Standard of 450 hours practice within the last five years.

Up to 1000 eligible nurses will be able to undertake the training free of charge.

This new investment builds on the Australian Government’s announced $2.4 billion health package aimed at protecting all Australians, including vulnerable groups such as the elderly, those with chronic conditions and Indigenous communities, from COVID-19.

Eligible nurses interested in undertaking the training should visit acn.edu.au/refresher or contact the Australian College of Nursing, by email at customerservices@acn.edu.au or by phone on 1800 265 534.