Clinical Nurse, Nurse Grade 6 (1), Mental Health Hospital in the Home, Wide Bay Mental Health & Specialised Services, Hervey Bay Hospital - H****WB******
We are seeking dedicated and compassionate Clinical Nurses to join our Mental Health Hospital in the Home (HITH) team. This innovative service provides acute, recovery-focused mental health care in the comfort of a patient's home, reducing the need for hospital admission while ensuring high-quality clinical support. You'll work as part of a multidisciplinary team, providing assessments, care planning, and ongoing support to patients and families. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference in the Wide Bay community while working in a supportive and specialised service.
Your Opportunity:
To provide expert clinical and patient-centred care within the Hospital in the Home Mental Health Program the facilitation and provision of quality and cost effective nursing services which are consistent with contemporary standards and evidence-informed practice.
What we're looking for:
Demonstrated comprehensive knowledge of contemporary nursing practice within an Acute Mental Health context and the ability to apply advanced professional judgement, and critical thinking to negotiate complex clinical requirements and to appropriately manage patient-centred care requirements.
Maintains a professional development profile and facilitates an environment that encourages life long learning, mentoring and support for colleagues.
Demonstrated advanced management and organisational skills including advanced analytical and problem solving skills, professional engagement in change management, risk management skills, information management tools and systems, people management, including negotiation, communication and conflict resolution skills.
Developing ability to lead and manage a portfolio with agreed key performance indicators.
Demonstrated proficient knowledge of information management tools including demonstrated ability to use patient and staff information systems appropriate to the position.
Knowledge of and a demonstrated commitment to quality business processes and evidence-informed practices, identifying areas for improvement and contributing to these improvements including nursing research.
Preferred Qualifications:
Mandatory possession of a nursing qualification from a registered tertiary institution or completion of an approved hospital training program 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.
Why join us?
Career Growth
At Wide Bay Hospital and Health Service, we invest in your development with continuous learning opportunities, mentorship, and a supportive team culture.
Inclusive Culture
We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all voices are heard, and innovation can flourish.
Impactful Work
Be a part of an organisation that's shaping the future of healthcare and making a real difference to the lives of individuals.
Competitive Benefits
Comprehensive benefits, including competitive remuneration, training and development and flexible work arrangements and leave options.
Our offer
You will receive competitive salary rates between $***** - $***** p.h., employer contribution to superannuation (up to *****%) (Nurse Grade 6 (1)) (Several Casual Positions Available) (Applications will remain current for 12 months). Job Ad Reference: H****WB******
Other benefits include:
Generous superannuation contribution (up to *****%)
Annual Leave Loading (17.5%)
Fantastic salary sacrificing benefits
Professional Development Allowance
Professional Development Leave
Flexible work arrangements
Lower cost of living
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Application
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Closing Date
Closing Date: Tuesday, 2nd December ****
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