Registered Nurse

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Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Registered Nurse
Remuneration: $1200.10 - $1685.10
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ46465
Location: Moree/Narrabri Community Health Service

Registered Nurse – Drug and Alcohol
 
 
This position is searching for a Registered Nurse with a strong interest, willingness to learn or prior experience, in working with clients who are experiencing Drug and Alcohol problems within the community.
 
Your previous experience will showcase your ability to work autonomously, take initiative, whilst providing support and case management.  It may be necessary at times to refer to other health professional services for example a client’s GP, Liver Clinic or Oral Health.  Integral to this position is providing professional advice and working closely with other health, community and welfare professionals
 
You will hold strong evaluation skills, be culturally sensitive and appropriate in providing treatment plans following a comprehensive assessment. Referral to this service are received from a large sector of the community including FACS, GP’s, Mental Health Units, Justice Health, hospitals and self-referrals.
 
In this position you will find yourself working within a multidisciplinary health team including a Medical Prescriber, Aboriginal Health Worker and Counsellor.  Support will also be provided by the Nurse Unit Manager, Clinical Nurse Educator and Clinical Nurse Consultant with your success and growth in the role a focus. The successful applicant will be mentored and have an opportunity to attend fortnightly educational sessions via video conferencing   Further studies and professional development are encouraged to allow you to grow and develop within the role and obtain skills to aid you in providing the best quality care to clients of the service.
 
The position will see you covering the southern section of the Mehi district, incorporating Moree, Wee Waa and Narrabri, with the opportunity to locate yourself at either Moree or Narrabri Community Health.
 
Narrabri, in the heart of the Namoi Valley, is a vibrant centre known for industries in cotton, beef and wheat. A haven for foodies, the area offers an abundance of beautiful local produce such as olives, wine, honey and pasta. Nature enthusiasts relish the unique natural attractions, including the breathtaking Mt Kaputar National Park, formed around an extinct volcano rising dramatically out of the black soil plains. Enjoy stunning walking tracks, hot artesian bore baths, camping, and numerous water sports. Narrabri is a great place for families; voted the most sporting town in Australia, it offers many recreational facilities, as well as three primary schools, a high school and numerous child care centres. Locals appreciate the inland lifestyle and sense of community all only two hours’ drive from Tamworth and Moree.
 
Moree is a beautiful and high yielding agricultural area with rich black soil. Located on the banks of the Mehi River the famous artesian spas are naturally heated to 41 degrees Celsius and a huge drawcard for locals and tourists alike. Access to all modern conveniences and services are available with this inland lifestyle including daily flights to Sydney. Two preschool, four primary schools and three high school options, alongside affordable housing options make moving to Moree an easy choice.

 
An eligibility list will be created for future similar vacancies, both permanent and temporary.
 
Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specific Diseases
If you are applying for a Category ‘A’ position, please read and understand NSW Health policy directive PD2011_005.  All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in this policy
 
Selection Criteria
Please address the selection criteria for this position as thoroughly as possible so your application can be considered for the role.  For assistance with selection criteria, please visit: http://bit.ly/HNE_Job_Application_Guide
 
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For role related queries or questions contact Toni Colby on [email protected]

Applications Close: 7 August 2018