This role may be eligible for the Queensland Health Attraction Incentive. See link - Workforce Attraction Incentive Guideline Scheme ( https://www.careers.health.qld.gov.au/working-for-us/workforce-attraction-incentive-scheme )

About Us:

The Perioperative Unit is located in block seven in the West Wing of Gladstone Hospital. The Gladstone Hospital has two operating rooms and a procedure room. Services include elective and emergency surgery, Day Surgery, Pre-Anaesthetic Clinic, and Central Sterile Supply Department. The Perioperative Unit provides clinical care through the development and maintenance of relevant and proven patient care standards involving ongoing research in clinical applications.

About the Role:

• It is the purpose of this role to demonstrate nursing competence in the provision of nursing care to day surgery patients in the role of day surgery nurse.
• Undertake delegated and delegate activities while assuming individual accountability for actions within the position and context of practice.
• Demonstrates competence in the provision of nursing care as specified by registration requirements, Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (NMBA) standards and codes, educational preparation, relevant legislation, and context of care.
• Deliver a high standard of patient care including assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation by using clinical nursing/midwifery expertise.
• Integrate nursing and health care knowledge, skills, and attitude specific to interdisciplinary learning by supporting a learning environment and participating in learning activities/opportunities.

About You:

To be successful in this role you must have:

Mandatory qualification/s: Current nursing registration through the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).

• Proven Ability to critically think in relation to planning and responding to a potentially rapidly changing environment regarding safe patient centred care.
• Knowledge of legal and professional responsibilities, including ability to demonstrate competency as outlined in the National and Midwifery Board of Australia (NMBA) Registered Nurse (RN) Standards for Practice.
• Proven ability to comprehensively assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care.
• The ability to lead activities required as part of contribution towards the CQHHS Nursing and Midwifery Professional Practice Model (PPM).

What we Offer:

Salary information:

Total remuneration value of up to $117,580 p.a. is comprised of:

• A hourly rate between $40.51 - $51.97 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 ( mailto:[email protected] ) and quote the Job Ad Reference (JAR) GL4C553313.

Applications close: Tuesday, 16 April 2024.