Registered Nurse

A well-established medical centre is seeking skilled and dedicated Registered Nurses to join its professional healthcare team.

SkillQuest Solutions is seeking two experienced Registered Nurses on behalf of our client, a community-focused medical practice located in Port Pirie, South Australia.

The medical centre provides a comprehensive range of primary healthcare services, including preventative health assessments, chronic disease management, immunisations, minor medical procedures and health education. Supported by a collaborative team of general practitioners, nurses and other healthcare professionals, the practice is committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centred care and improving the health and wellbeing of the local community.

Position – Registered Nurse – Medical Practice (2 Positions)

Location – Port Pirie, South Australia 5540

Salary - $75,000 - $85,000 plus superannuation per annum

Employment Type - Full-time, Permanent

THE ROLE:

The successful applicants will be responsible for assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating nursing care, supporting general practitioners with clinical procedures, coordinating preventative healthcare and chronic disease management programs, and supervising nursing staff to ensure the delivery of safe, effective and high-quality patient care.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

· Assess patients' health conditions and develop, implement and evaluate individualised nursing care plans in consultation with general practitioners and other healthcare professionals.

· Provide evidence-based nursing care, including chronic disease management, preventative health assessments, health screenings and ongoing patient monitoring.

· Administer immunisations, medications and prescribed treatments in accordance with clinical guidelines and professional nursing standards.

· Perform clinical procedures, including wound care, ECGs, spirometry, blood glucose monitoring, pathology collection and other routine nursing interventions.

· Assist general practitioners with minor medical procedures, including iron infusions, biopsies, excisions and other clinical treatments.

· Coordinate chronic disease management plans, patient follow-up appointments, preventative health programs and recall and reminder systems.

· Provide patient education and health promotion advice relating to disease prevention, smoking cessation, diabetes management, healthy lifestyles and ongoing healthcare needs.

· Liaise with general practitioners, allied health professionals, hospitals and community healthcare providers to coordinate appropriate patient care and referrals.

· Support the delivery of nursing services to residential aged care patients, including health assessments, immunisations and preventative healthcare.

· Supervise, guide and support enrolled nurses and other clinical staff to maintain appropriate nursing care standards and efficient clinical operations.

· Maintain accurate and confidential patient records, clinical observations, care plans and treatment documentation using practice management systems.

· Monitor clinical supplies, vaccination stock and cold chain procedures, ensuring appropriate storage and handling of medications and medical equipment.

· Ensure compliance with infection prevention and control procedures, clinical governance requirements, professional nursing standards and workplace health and safety regulations.

· Participate in clinical quality improvement initiatives and maintain compliance with relevant healthcare accreditation standards.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR:

· Relevant qualification, such as a Bachelor of Nursing or equivalent.

· Current registration as a Registered Nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (administered through AHPRA) is ESSENTIAL.

· Minimum of 1 year (preferably more) work experience as a Registered Nurse, ideally within a general practice or primary healthcare setting.

· Demonstrated experience in clinical assessments, chronic disease management, immunisations, wound care and other routine nursing procedures.

· Sound understanding of preventative healthcare, patient care planning and clinical treatment procedures.

· Current professional indemnity insurance and relevant nursing certifications, including immunisation, venepuncture/cannulation and cervical screening training.

· Current South Australian driver's licence and required Police, Working with Children and aged care screening checks.

· Strong knowledge of infection control protocols, medication safety, clinical governance and professional nursing standards.

· Ability to supervise and support nursing staff while working collaboratively with general practitioners and other healthcare professionals.

· Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a compassionate and patient-focused approach.

· Strong organisational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage competing clinical priorities.

· Commitment to ongoing professional development and the delivery of high-quality, evidence-based nursing care.

· You must have unrestricted working rights to work full time in Australia to be eligible for consideration.

WHAT IS ON OFFER:

· A competitive salary of $75,000 to $85,000 plus superannuation per annum, dependent on experience.

· An opportunity to in an established regional medical centre providing a diverse range of primary healthcare services.

· A supportive and collaborative workplace environment working alongside experienced healthcare professionals.