The Role

An opportunity has become available for an Enrolled Nurse Advanced Skill (Mental Health - Orchid Inpatient Unit) to join Gold Coast Health (GCH) where the focus of our 12 000-strong team is on providing world-class health care to people living in the Gold Coast, and northern New South Wales region of Australia.

You will

• Demonstrate knowledge and skills relevant to older persons mental health in the provision of care
• Participate in unit activities other than direct patient care and/or represent the work unit on committees as relevant
• Maintain the safety of self and others by identifying risk and undertaking safe work practices including participation in incident reporting and quality improvement activities
• Involvement in and support of quality initiatives and relevant application of the National Safety and Quality Heath Service Standards

About you

To be successful in this position you will require:

• Must hold a Board (NMBA) approved qualification in medication administration. Completion of 519HLTEN A, B or C or 007HLTEN will be highly regarded
• An Advanced Diploma qualification in relevant area of specialty is highly desirable
• Registration with the Nursing Midwifery Board of Australia
• Evidence of vaccination, or be able to be vaccinated against and remain vaccinated against - Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Pertussis and Hepatitis B
• Tuberculosis screening, to identify if the tuberculosis vaccination may be required
• Declaration of serious discipline history must be disclosed
• Criminal History Screening will be required for new employees (GCH will cover cost)

Benefits

• Flexible work options
• Career Development
• Salary Packaging
• Modern Facilities
• Diverse Work Culture
• Research Opportunities
• 12.75% super
• 17.5% leave loading
• Interstate/International candidates may be eligible(PDF) ( https://www.careers.health.qld.gov.au/__data/assets/pdf_file/0020/190415/Workforce-attraction-incentive-scheme-guideline.pdf ) for the Queensland Health Attraction Incentive ( https://www.careers.health.qld.gov.au/working-for-us/workforce-attraction-incentive-scheme ) – up $20,000! 

Salary

• Permanent full time or permanent part time (hrs negotiable)
• Base salary ranging from $77 840 - $82 599 per annum, $39.25 - $41.65 per hour

About Us

The Gold Coast Mental Health and Specialist Service provide a service that has integrated hospital and community mental health services and specialist drug and alcohol services. Service activities include Extended Treatment and Rehabilitation, Acute Inpatient for adults and child and youth patients, Older Persons Inpatient and Community, Acute Community Services i.e. Acute Care Treatment, Mobile Intensive Recovery, Homeless Health Outreach, Specialist Community Alcohol and other Drugs Services.

About Gold Coast Health

• Nationally and internationally recognised location for innovative medical research and health care
• Annual operating budget exceeding $1.5 billion
• More than 1100 beds across three hospitals - Gold Coast University Hospital, Robina Hospital, Varsity Lakes Hospital and Robina and Southport Health Precincts
• Secondary and tertiary health services across more than 20 facilities
• Opportunity to combine professional advancement, job satisfaction and relaxation into one fulfilling lifestyle
• A workplace culture that encourages people to bring their whole selves to work so that they can perform at their best
• Committed to reflecting the diversity of the Gold Coast community and ensuring each staff member is included and feels like they belong

How to Apply

Click APPLY to submit your application by Thursday, 30 May 2024

Gold Coast Health is committed to providing an accessible, inclusive work environment. Please contact the nominated person if you require any reasonable adjustments throughout this recruitment process.

Job Ad reference: GC562576

Please note: no third-party applications will be accepted.