Clinical Nurse

Are you the right person for the job?

You will be assessed on your ability to demonstrate the following key attributes. Within the context of the responsibilities described above, the ideal applicant will be someone who can demonstrate the following:

Deliver high level clinical nursing services including assessment, planning, intervention and evaluation within the unit in accordance with prescribed professional and ethical standards and with infrequent need for direct clinical practice supervision

Advanced level clinical and problem-solving skills in the planning, coordination and implementation of staff development, clinical skills and competencies.

Utilise effective communication to promote optimal team functioning and build constructive working relationships at all levels, using negotiation, conflict resolution, networking and preceptor/mentor skills.

Understanding of and the ability to apply contemporary leadership principles to develop and maintain an effective and motivated team, and also to enhance learning and staff development.

Participates in evidence-based practice, continuous quality improvement, research activities and policy and procedure review and development.

Qualifications/Professional registration/Other requirements

Mandatory qualification from a registered tertiary institution and Registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency with a current annual practicing certificate is essential.

Appointment to this position requires proof of qualification and if applicable registration or membership with the appropriate registration authority or association. Certified copies of the required information must be provided to the appropriate supervisor/manager, prior to the commencement of clinical duties.

Clinical experience in a Paediatric Department Nursing or Midwifery is highly desirable

Hepatitis B Vaccination: Health Care Workers in Queensland Health whose occupation poses a potential risk of exposure to blood or body fluids must be immunised against Hepatitis B according to the National Health and Medical Research Council Australian Immunisation Handbook and the Queensland Health Infection Control Guidelines.

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How to Apply:

For full details of this position, please ensure you download the Role Job Description and Information Package for Applicants (at the links in the boxed area above) for instructions on how to apply for this role. Please note that if the information requested in the how to apply section is not provided you may not meet the requirements for further consideration of your application. The Information Package for Applicants outlines pre-employment checks that will be undertaken for successful applicants.

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