Enrolled Nurse | GEM Fitzroy - VIC St Vincent's Hospital Melbourne - Fitzroy Campus

Job Description:

• Excellent benefits including salary packaging

• Fitzroy location

• Part Time, fixed term until 18/08/2024 (24 hours per week)

About the Role
The Enrolled Nurse is a valued and collaborative member of the multidisciplinary health care team at SVHM and is accountable for coordinating and delivering safe and comprehensive patient centred care while working competently within their scope of practice and in alignment with the SVHM and Nursing and Midwifery Board enrolled nurse standards of practice.

• Practices in accordance with the professional standards, codes and behaviours that are regulated through the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (NMBA).

• Works collaboratively within scope of practice to ensure the efficient, effective and responsive operation of the allocated work unit.

• Supports and encourages patient’s and their families understanding of care delivery and care planning through effective and timely communication with patients, team members, and the community.

• Is accountable for timely communication with the nursing team, multidisciplinary team and reporting outcomes of nursing interventions to the Nurse Unit Manager or delegate.

• Treats all patients, visitors and staff in a courteous and non-discriminatory manner and maintains confidentiality in regards to patients and all staff.

• Supports the NUM/Team Leader in the identification of new initiatives to improve sustainability in the unit/department.

• Takes responsibility for managing own learning needs & participates in relevant professional development programs.

Classifications for this position will range from IB68-IB75 ($66,856.40 - $78,634.40 per annum pro rata).

Your Contribution

• Current condition free registration with AHPRA

• Certificate IV in Health (Nursing) OR Diploma in Nursing inclusive of the administration of medication which meets the requirements of the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) or working toward same

• Current National criminal history check, or willing to obtain

What we Offer

• A focus on wellbeing initiatives, with regular events and programs

• Confidential, solutions-focused employee counselling

• Ability to join Fitness Passport - Your pass to an extensive choice of fitness facilities

• Salary Packaging – Increase your take home pay!

• In the heart of Fitzroy, CBD at our doorstep, close to some of Melbourne’s best cafes, public transport and lots of carparks

• Discounts and Promotions always available through our Foundation

• Regular opportunities for professional development to assist you to reach your career goals

• Culture of continuous improvement

About GEM
The Geriatric Evaluation and Management (GEM) Unit is located in the Bolte Wing at the Fitzroy campus. GEM provides comprehensive multidisciplinary assessment and management of medical, physical, psychological and social issues associated with the ageing process.

Working at St Vincent’s
St Vincent’s Hospital Melbourne (SVHM) is a leading teaching, research and tertiary health service. SVHM provides a diverse range of adult clinical services and is driven by values of Compassion, Justice, Integrity and Excellence.

Application
Please attach your resume and cover letter to your application.

Shortlisting for this position will commence immediately. We encourage you to apply promptly as the advertisement may close early should a suitable applicant be sourced.

We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and abilities. Inclusion is essential to our mission and diversity reflects the community we serve.

Please visit our website, for further information regarding our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Employment at SVHM.

SVHA has a duty of care under work health and safety legislation to eliminate and/or control the risk of transmission of vaccine preventable diseases in healthcare settings. You may therefore be required to undergo mandatory immunisations/vaccinations (including flu vaccinations).

This position is subject to a Victorian government direction regarding vaccination against COVID-19. Successful applicants must meet these vaccination requirements. Please contact us if you would like to know more.

Position Description and Critical Job Demands Checklist:

Contact Details:

Siobhan O Keeffe, Nurse Unit Manager, siobhan.okeeffe@svha.org.au

Alternate Contact:

Closing Date:

3 July 2024 11:59pm

Reconciliation Action Plan:

At St Vincent's we acknowledge the importance of creating a work environment that is welcoming, safe, equitable and inclusive for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Employees. As part of our Commitment to Reconciliation and Closing the Gap in employment related outcomes, we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples.

For further information, visit https://www.svha.org.au/about-us/reconciliation or get in contact at indigenouscareers@svha.org.au

View Reconciliation Action Plan

Code of Conduct:

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