Main characteristics
- Location
- Katoomba, New South Wales
- Company
- Nepean Blue Mountains Local Health District
- Salary
- $65,692 - $92,236
- Employment type
- Full time
- Category
- Healthcare & Medical
Job summary
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time or Part TimePosition Classification: Registered Nurse
Location: Blue Mountains Hospital Katoomba
Remuneration: $33.13 - $46.51 per hour
Hours Per Week: up to 38
Requisition ID: REQ333334
Applications Close: 11/09/2022
With CORE Values of Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment,
working with us will ensure your professional life is provided every opportunity to succeed and
develop in your chosen career role.
In line with Government Sector Employment Rule 26 (GSE 26) this position is targeted to Aboriginal/Torres Strait Islander people to improve their general employment opportunities / outcomes. Aboriginal/Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply and where found suitable will be given higher priority. Aboriginal applicants may have to cite their Aboriginality in addition to the selection criteria. Information to assist you with your application can be found on the NSW Health Stepping Up website www.steppingup.health.nsw.gov.au
About us:
Nepean Blue Mountains Local Health District (NBMLHD) is a wonderful place to expand your career and grow your skills and knowledge. As a recognised leader in the healthcare industry, we provide a range of public health services to the Nepean and Blue Mountains and Lithgow Region.
What we can offer you (for eligible employees): Accrued Day Off (ADO) (for full time employees) Opportunity for extra tax savings through Salary Packaging Novated Leasing Great education opportunities through Education Training Service which offers over 110 courses each year Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members Fitness Passport
What you'll be doing:
A fantastic fulltime and part time opportunity has become available for a Registered Nurse in our Rehabilitation/Palliative Ward located at Blue Mountains Hospital, Katoomba.
Your role as the Registered Nurse is to ensure optimal outcomes for patients/clients and carers of the service through the promotion of best practice including the appropriate escalation of care and to work collaboratively utilising effective team communication with members of the multidisciplinary health team in the planning, implementation, assessment and evaluation of patient care.
The Registered Nurse will act as an advocate for the specific needs of all patients/clients and carers including those from the indigenous population or other multi-cultural groups providing appropriate care to the patient/client undergoing specialised procedures and maintain and promote a professional standard evidenced by ethical nursing practice, adherence to the policies and procedures of the Nursing and Midwifery Service, NBMLHD and the appropriate legislation and statutory regulations.
An eligibility list may be created for future vacancies.
NBMLHD: is committed to achieving a diverse workforce. We strongly encourage and welcome applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, refugees, people of diverse genders and sexuality, and people with disability.
All NSW Health workers are now required to have received 3 doses of an approved COVID-19 vaccine or have an approved medical contraindication certificate. You will be required to provide a record of your COVID-19 vaccination status if successful.
Selection criteria to be addressed: Current registration to practice as a Registered Nurse (Division 1) with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Authority (AHPRA) Demonstrated clinical experience in a health care setting with demonstrated understanding of Rehabilitation or Palliative Care Nursing. (including completion of a new graduate RN program or equivalent 12 months experience working as a Registered Nurse) Demonstrated ability to organise and prioritise work Demonstrated evidence of being able to provide person centred care Demonstrated effective communication skills written and verbal Demonstrated commitment to professional development Ability to work a flexible roster, day, evening or night shift across all days of the week according to the unit/service requirements.
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For role related queries or questions contact Ainslie Hines on [email protected]
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