Grade 2 Registered Nurse
We have an exiting opportunity for a Grade 2 Registered Nurse to join the 9 East surgical ward on a full time basis.
Summary about this job
Nursing - General Medical & Surgical
Company: St. Vincent’s Hospital Melbourne (Ltd)
Location: Melbourne
Work type: Full Time
Salary: n\a
Phone: +61-3-6146-6068
Fax: +61-8-6599-9170
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Detail information about job Grade 2 Registered Nurse. Terms and conditions vacancy
- Excellent benefits including salary packaging
- Fitzroy location
- Full time, Permanent position
About St Vincent’s Hospital
St Vincent’s Hospital Melbourne (SVHM) is part of St Vincent’s Health Australia and a leading teaching, research and tertiary health service which employs more than 5,000 staff across 18 sites throughout Melbourne. SVHM provides a diverse range of adult clinical services including acute medical and surgical services, sub-acute care, medical diagnostics, rehabilitation, allied health, mental health, palliative care, correctional health and community residential care. SVHM is one of Australia's leading Catholic not-for-profit healthcare providers.
About Department
9 East is a 24-bed surgical ward, caring for patients undergoing elective (joint replacement surgery) and emergency orthopaedic procedures. The unit facilitates trauma admissions and specialises in major bone tumour referrals and treatment of this patient group. In addition, the specialty provides dedicated beds for rheumatology, priding itself on maintaining a culture focused on the delivery of high quality patient care and continuous improvement.
About the Role
The Grade 2 Registered Nurse, under the guidance of the Nurse Unit Manager or Associate Nurse Unit Manager, will be responsible for the delivery of expert clinical care in his/her specific area. The Grade 2 Registered Nurse will be responsible for ensuring his/her own professional development in order to maintain clinical skills and knowledge.
Duties
- Managing the physical and emotional well-being of the patient
- Administration of medication in accordance with hospital procedures, protocols and policies
- Assist with medical and diagnostic procedures carried out in the unit
- Liaise with patient, patient’s family, medical and ancillary staff as required or requested
- Participate in mentor / preceptorship programs
Qualifications, Skills and Experience
- Degree in general nursing which meets the registration requirements of the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia
- Current Nursing Registration with AHPRA
- Preferred experience in Orthopaedic Nursing
- Communicate effectively, with patients and staff at all levels
- Priorities tasks and activities to foster good time management
Benefits
- Salary packaging
- Employee Assistance Program
- Staff Health Centre
- Staff Car Park
Application
- Please attach your resume and cover letter to your application.
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