Community Services and Development,Health, Medical & Pharmaceutical,Voluntary, Charity & Social Work
Micah Projects is a community based not-for-profit organisation with a vision to create justice and respond to injustice at the personal, social, and structural levels in church, government, business, and society. We believe that every child and adult has the right to a home, an income, healthcare, education, safety, dignity, and connection with their community of choice. Micah Projects provides a range of support and advocacy services to individuals and families.
Job Description
The Inclusive Health and Wellness Hub is seeking an RN with experience in General Practice for treatment room work for vulnerable populations.
The Inclusive Health and Wellness Hub is a general practice and wellness clinic that is dedicated to accommodating people experiencing homelessness and disadvantage in Brisbane. The aim is to ensure access to quality physical, dental, mental health and holistic healthcare services.
This is a part-time position for 3 days a week
Pay rate is commensurate with RN experience. Conditions of Nurses Award 2020, paid in line with the QLD Nurses and Midwives EB11 agreement.
Desired Skills and Experience
Essential Criteria:
Current, unrestricted AHPRA registration
Minimum 2 years' experience as an RN in general practice
Immunisation endorsement
Computer literate and knowledge of Best Practice software
Current CPR certification
Covid modules for Covid Immunisation certificate
Eligibility to work in Australia
Evidence of vaccines for Australian Healthcare workers
Excellent organisational and time management skills
Excellent communication skills with a friendly and professional manner
Experience and a good understanding of the general practice and the treatment room environment
Attention to detail and ability to work independently
Duties include, but are not limited to:
Vaccine administration and management of vaccines and cold chain
Post vaccination observations and monitoring
Triaging patients and prioritisation of emergency situations
Assisting GPs with minor procedures (incl iron infusions)
Wound dressings and removal of sutures
Health education and coaching to support patients with achieving their goals
Coordination, management and maintenance of patient clinical data
Maintaining a Recall and Reminder System
Assist the GPs with conducting health assessments, GP management plans and reviews, supporting the CDM nurse
Diagnostics - ECG, spirometry, observations for monitoring
Ear irrigation
Stock control and supplies
Infection prevention and control
Contribute to RACGP accreditation standards
Desirable:
Competence in venepuncture
Experience in AOD and mental health
More information about the role and to learn more about the key selection criteria, select the link to the Position Description.
Join a well recognised multidisciplinary organisation
Salary Packaging option up to $15,899, increasing your take-home pay (additional meals and entertainment card option up to $2,650)
Access to other employee benefits and wellbeing hub
Ongoing professional development opportunities, including further training, so you can broaden your horizons and sharpen your skillset during your time with us.
Clinical supportive work environment from a dedicated team of GP’s
Variety of comprehensive clinical care
Excellent opportunity to make a difference for others
Experienced team and a safe environment
How to Apply!
If you believe that you have interest, passion, and desire to make a difference in people’s lives, please visit the Micah Projects Careers Page to apply for this position.
Please supply a Resume/CV and a covering letter/email addressing the Key Responsibilities and Essential Criteria (maximum of 2 pages), along with any other relevant documentation to Kate White, Practice and Nurse Manager, kate.white@micahprojects.org.au.
While the deadline to receive applications is 5pm, Monday 23 September 2024, applications will be assessed with interviews being conducted as they are received so do not delay in applying!
Micah Projects is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and encourage applications from people of all abilities and life experiences. We also encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds to apply.
