About us:

The Specialist Outpatients Department (SOPD) spans 3 levels of the Rockhampton Hospital covering 9 major specialties – Cardiology, Dermatology, Otorhinolaryngology (ENT), General Surgery, General Medicine, Gynaecology, Ophthalmology, Orthopaedics, Paediatrics and Urology. There are various other visiting specialties including Pacemaker clinic, Adult Congenital Heart Disease outreach clinic as well as a number of telehealth clinics e.g. Inflammatory Bowel Disease clinic.

The SOPD team works closely with a wide range of other departments including Renal Services, Cancer Care Services, Allied Health, Department of Child Safety, Operational Services, and Community Services. SOPD also works collaboratively with other facilities within CQHHS and across the State with other Hospital and Health Services in order to have patients treated closest to home.  

About the role:

The Registered Nurse works within scope of practice to assume responsibility for delivering competent, evidence-based nursing care. The position works collaboratively with other members of the multidisciplinary team to ensure safe and reliable care is provided within the dynamic Specialist Outpatients Department setting.

• Accountable for Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (NMBA) and own standards, actions and the outcomes of own nursing practice and supervision of unregulated healthcare workers.
• Demonstrate knowledge, skills, experience, competence, and effective integration of theory to practice.
• Apply evidence-based guidelines to achieve positive care outcomes for recipients of healthcare services as delegated by the Clinical Nurse.
• Collaborate with the Clinical Nurse/Nurse Unit Manager (NUM) in clinical and organisational governance through active participation in team leadership and decision making.

About you:

To be successful in this role you must have proof of qualification and registration as a Nurse with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).

• Well-developed clinical knowledge and problem-solving skills in a high-quality client-orientated health service delivery model.
• The ability to provide clinical nursing leadership in a multidisciplinary environment and demonstrate sound knowledge of contemporary nursing practice and theory.
• Proven ability to use a variety of formal and informal educational strategies to develop nursing staff's skill and knowledge in evidenced based practice.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to interact professionally and sensitively with all levels of staff, patients, and the general public.

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) RK4C553655.

Applications close: Sunday, 7 April 2024.