The Position
We are currently seeking an experienced Clinical Nurse to join our recovery team. The role is an essential part of the perioperative nursing team that cares for and monitors patients as they recover from the effects of anesthesia.
Recovery nurses are responsible for all aspects of patient care following surgery which includes monitoring heart rate, blood pressure, breathing and respiration, as well as managing the pain and nausea that often follow anaesthesia. Recovery nurses must be able to think critically, make confident decisions in a fast-paced clinical environment and communicate effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
As a Clinical Nurse, you will assist the Nurse Unit Manager to provide expert clinical and patient centered care and support the provision of quality and cost-effective nursing services which are consistent with contemporary standards and evidence-based practice.
The Friendlies currently have a five (5)-theatre complex that provide a wide range of surgeries, including ENT, Orthopaedic, General, Plastic and Cosmetic, Gynaecology, Ophthalmology, Urology and Vascular Surgery.
The Person
Strong emphasis will be placed on the applicant's ability to demonstrate the organisations values of Courage, Diligence, Compassion, Wisdom and Friendliness, as well as their ability to commit to and apply these values in the workplace.
Key Selection Criteria
1. Evidence of tertiary qualifications & current registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)
2. Post Graduate Certificate in Perioperative Nursing (or working towards) highly desirable
3. Certified in Advanced Life Support
4. Experience in a Recovery setting (minimum 1 year) with the ability to think critically and make confident decisions in a fast-paced clinical environment
5. Working knowledge of RosterOn, Riskman, Trendcare and Microsoft applications
6. Working knowledge of patient flow and bed management
7. Attention to detail to ensure documentation is current, accurate, timely and the ability to maintain confidentiality
How to Apply
Please submit the following:
1. A cover letter that addresses the 'Key Selection Criteria' (maximum 2 pages)
2. A detailed resume (including 2 professional referees)
3. Submit your application on our website
Applications that do not meet the above requirements will not be shortlisted. The advertisement will be closed either when a successful applicant is identified or at midnight on Friday 21 March 2025.
The Benefits
As a part of The Friendlies team, you will enjoy:
* Attractive salary packaging options: Up to $15900 annually towards household expenses and an additional $2650 annually towards meals and entertainment expenses
* Monthly staff BBQ and Employee of the Month award
* Morning and afternoon tea provided to staff each day
* Committees and working parties to take part in
Vaccine Preventable Diseases (VPD) Requirements
It is a mandatory condition of employment that some roles within our hospital require you to be vaccinated, and remain vaccinated during your employment, against some or all of the following vaccine preventable diseases; Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella (Chicken Pox), Pertussis (Whooping cough), and Hepatitis. Mandatory vaccination requirements for this role will be discussed further with applicants throughout the application process.