As a scope nurse in the procedure room, they are responsible in assisting the VMOs during the procedures:

• Gastroscopy
• Colonoscopy
• Bronchoscopy
• EBUS/ EUS
• Cystoscopy

The Registered Nurse is responsible for providing safe, effective and appropriate patient care in a patient-focused environment. With the support of a Clinical Nurse Educator/Preceptor, you will be trained to work across multiple areas, with emphasis on assisting the Gastroenterologist during the procedure (Scope Nurse). Whilst not a key component of the RN's role you will also be trained to reprocess flexible Endoscopes as a requirement for on call. 

Key Responsibilities

• Knowledge of and a demonstrated commitment to quality processes and evidence based practises
• Consistently and enthusiastically delivers high levels of patient service to exceed patient expectations
• Plans nursing care in consultation with individuals/ groups, significant others and the interdisciplinary health care team
• Contribute to patient and staff safety and wellbeing by diligently managing risks and immediately reporting hazards, incidents, serious near misses, accidents, illness or injury
• Practice in accordance with Calvary and relevant Government Health policies and procedures, the position description, Code of Conduct, industrial agreements and ANMC competencies

What you bring:

• Registration with AHPRA and in possession of a current practising certificate
• Working with Vulnerable People Check
• Demonstration of maintenance of CPD points
• Demonstrated clinical competence in area of specialty if required.
• Excellent communication skills, written and verbal
• Ability to build relationships with all stakeholders

For further information please contact Abby Arca, Nurse Unit Manager on Abby.Arca@calvarycare.org.au

• NFP salary packaging benefits, discounted health insurance and gym memberships 
• Paid parental leave 
• Training, development pathways and career opportunities
• Flexible hours that make sense for you

• As part of the application process, you will be required to complete pre-employment checks which may include, but is not limited to reference checks, work rights, criminal history check, NDIS/WWCC/WWVP checks, and a health evaluation to ensure suitability for the role
• You will be required to provide evidence of immunisation as required for your role including influenza, tuberculosis screening, hepatitis, diphtheria, tetanus, varicella