The Role

An opportunity has become available for a Clinical Nurse (Inpatients Unit Orthopaedics) 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

• Coordinate complex patient care and patient flow in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team
• Act as a subject matter expert resource for unit staff
• Coordinate staff and resources to support a safe environment within defined allocation of resources
• Assist in the provision of educational training to other nursing staff

About you

To be successful in this position you will require:

• Bachelor of Nursing or equivalent  
• 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 part time (64 hours p.f)
• Base salary ranging from $54.44 - $58.30 per hour

About Us

The 28-bed Orthopaedic Inpatient Unit (IPU) provides care to scheduled and unscheduled orthopaedic patients. The unit works collaboratively with other units within the facility, including the Emergency Department, Operating Theatres, Trauma Service, Intensive Care Unit and the existing Surgical IPU's. There is a strong focus on a multidisciplinary team approach to deliver the highest of standards in evidence-based, patient centred care to support patient flow and meet the healthcare demands of the community.

The aim of the Orthopaedic IPU is to provide collaborative, expert orthopaedic healthcare for individual patients to achieve optimal outcomes.

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 Wednesday, 22 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: GC562031

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