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About us:

The Specialist Outpatients Department SOPD) spans 3 levels of the Rockhampton Hospital covering 9 major specialties – Cardiology, Dermatology, ENT, General Surgery, General Medicine, Gynaecology, Ophthalmology, Orthopaedics, Paediatrics & 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 to have patients treated appropriately 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.

About you:

• Mandatory qualification/s: Current registration as a Registered Nurse with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) and a current annual practising certificate are mandatory for this position.
• Experience in the provision of a safe and quality focused environment by ensuring safe work practices, reviewing clinical outcomes, developing a quality improvement plan and applying the risk management framework.
• Has a well-developed ability to identify opportunities for improvement and a demonstrated commitment to continuous quality improvement.
• Well-developed clinical knowledge and problem-solving skills in a high-quality client-orientated health service delivery model.
• Sound knowledge of legislation, standards, policies and procedures relevant to contemporary nursing practice and specific to area of practice.

What we offer:

Salary information:

Total remuneration value of up to $62,943 p.a. is comprised of:

• An hourly rate between $41.73- $53.53 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) RK4E564514.

Applications close: Monday, 27 May 2024.