This position attracts a Queensland Health Attraction Incentive of up to $20,000 - find out if you qualify here: Workforce Attraction Incentive Guideline Scheme ( https://www.careers.health.qld.gov.au/working-for-us/workforce-attraction-incentive-scheme )

About us:

The Central Queensland Mental Health, Alcohol and Other Drugs Service works in collaboration with the Adult Mental Health Inpatient and Acute Care Teams, Primary Health as well as community and private sector providers to reduce symptoms of mental illness and facilitate recovery.

About the role:

A Nurse Grade 3 is an Enrolled Nurse who supports a Registered Nurse/Registered Midwife in the provision of person-centred care as specified by registration requirements, Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia standards and codes, educational preparation, relevant legislation, and context of care.

• Use nursing knowledge and skills to support and contribute to the delivery of patient centred care and to gain support to address patient care needs that are outside scope of practice.
• Contributes to the development and review of care plans, in collaboration with the Registered Nurse and the patient.

About you:

Mandatory qualification/s: Current registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) with an annual practicing certificate.

• Interpersonal and communication skills that support therapeutic nurse-patient communications and working within a multidisciplinary team.
• Nursing knowledge and skills to competently assess, implement, and evaluate patient care within scope of practice.
• Ability and motivation to continually progress own competency along the continuum from novice to advanced level.

What we offer:

Salary information:

Total remuneration value of up to $86,259 p.a. is comprised of:

• An hourly rate between $35.92 - $38.12 p.h. (f/t)(p/t) or $44.18 - $46.89 p.h. Casual (including 23% casual loading)
• 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) RK4E563280.

Applications close: Sunday, 1 September 2024.