About the role

Mater Private Hospital Townsville is currently looking for highly skilled Nurses to join our Orthopaedics ward as a Registered Nurse Level 2. This is an incredible opportunity to secure a Permanent Part-Time position with a 0.8 FTE. As a valued member of our team, you will play a crucial role in providing exceptional care, working diligently across all shifts, including morning, afternoon, and night rotations.

Our Orthopaedics ward offer a comprehensive range of orthopaedic care including assessment, evaluation, surgery and after-surgery care. More than850 hip and knee replacements are conducted annually at Mater Private Hospital Townsville. Our large team of highly skilled Orthopaedic Surgeons specialising in upper limb, lower limb and general orthopaedics who consult and operate on site.

Salary range: $54.44 - $58.30 (Registered Nurse Level 2) per annum plus superannuation and access to not-for-profit salary packaging up to $15,900  + access to many staff benefits! 

What you’ll be doing

Our Clinical Nurses provide additional leadership and advanced clinical competency to our Nursing Team. You will use your extensive experience to provide a mentorship and guiding aspect to assist in the professional growth of less-experienced nursing team members, supporting the Nurse Manager in activities designed to aid the sustainability of the Clinical Stream and assist with skill development.

Whilst displaying the highest level of clinical standards for the unit you will be responsible for:

• Achieving optimal patient outcomes throughout the patient journey and continuum of care
• Demonstrating advanced clinical expertise and knowledge of procedures and the management of patients seeking outstanding care
• Supporting the Nurse Unit Manager in implementing strategies to ensure that quality and risk management are integrated into service provision, along with staffing within budget requirements
• Maintaining current knowledge and skills to ensure continued professional growth
• Provide educational support to the nursing team and students including the orientation of new staff.

About you

You will be driven by a challenging yet rewarding environment where you can bring your energy and experience to this dynamic area.

• Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse (no restrictions)
• At least 2 years’ experience in Orthopaedics
• Post graduate qualification in a relevant field or working towards (desirable)
• A strong work ethic, positive attitude and willingness to role model and promote the Mater values
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to liaise with a variety of different stakeholders both internally and externally at various levels
• Demonstrated ability to operate both in a team environment and autonomously using initiative, sound reasoning and strong listening, negotiation and decision-making skills
• Demonstrated ability to plan and facilitate management and workloads
• Strong knowledge of continuous improvement process, coupled with the proven ability to initiate, coordinate and evaluate quality improvement measures
• Demonstrated knowledge and application of Workplace Health and Safety, Infection Control and Clinical Risk policies are also of value.

Please note, we may contact applications prior to the closing date, please do not hesitate to APPLY NOW!

Please Note: We will not require any support from Recruitment Agencies at this time and kindly request no contact is made. Only direct applications will be considered. Mater is committed to the wellbeing of their staff, and it is underpinned by our flexible and remote working policies.

Mater Group is dedicated to creating a workplace that values diversity and inclusion. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and abilities. We believe in providing equal opportunities for all qualified candidates.

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