Clinic Nurse (RN) and Care Coordinator (RN)Posted: 20/12/2024Closing Date: 18/01/2025Job Type: Permanent - Full TimeLocation: NorthgateJob Category: Community Services and DevelopmentAbout ATSICHS BrisbaneATSICHS Brisbane is a not-for-profit community owned health and human services organisation delivering on the unique health and wellbeing needs of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in greater Brisbane and Logan.
We pride ourselves on providing health and human services, our way – supporting our people and community in our commitment to create a flourishing future and lasting legacy for them and their families.ATSICHS Brisbane is a member of the Institute for Urban Indigenous Health (IUIH).See more at our website - DescriptionAbout the roleAs an integral member of the ATSICHS Brisbane team, these positions will play a vital role in shaping and achieving ATSICHS's vision and goals within their scope.
They will provide frontline nursing services in line with the IUIH Model of Care and contribute to the comprehensive health support for clients, aiming to improve health outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.Duties (Clinic Nurse - RN)Work within a legal and ethical framework.Provide effective first point of medical engagement including, triage assessments, taking of medical history/detail, assignment of patient and completion of preliminary procedures.Accurately document client files with treatment and medication information as per care plan.Ensure maintenance and confidentiality of patient health records.Maintain recall and follow up register for clients as per recall policy.Actively participate in planning and goal setting with the team to achieve team incentive plan outcomes.Support the IUIH Model of care and demonstrate a commitment to integrated clinical service provision.Contribute to maintaining a high level of infection control in the clinic as per RACGP Infection Control Guidelines 5th edition and ATSICHS Infection Control Policy.Ensure the provision of a high level of vaccination practice in the clinic as per Australian Immunisation Handbook.Operational quality improvement and the use of PDSA cycles to improve everyday operations at a local level as presented in regular staff meetings.Work to foster productive working relationships with visiting service providers where necessary.Promote and assist clients with complex care to a model of self-care.Establish and maintain relationships with key external stakeholders conducive to holistic health and social support needs.Conduct Home and Community visits in line with relevant ATSICHS Home Visit Policy and where appropriate.Recognise when to advocate for clients to ensure appropriate access to transport, specialist/hospital appointments.In consultation with GP and client, monitor, review, revise and action original GP Management Plan on a quarterly cycle (732) to determine patient chronic health status.Follow all safety procedures and contribute to a safe work environment.Perform service delivery within personal ability, observing universal precautions and follow standing orders/guidelines as per clinical policy and procedures.Ensure maintenance and confidentiality of patient health records.Maintain recall and follow up register for clients as per recall policy.Demonstrated commitment to ongoing training and regular updates in the quality control system.Regular participation in accreditation processes as directed and monitored by the Clinic Practice Manager (PM).CultureEnjoy working in an organisation that makes a difference in the community.
Join our friendly and cooperative team that will help you grow personally and professionally.Permanent positions (2 Clinic Nurse RN and 1 Care Coordinator RN role).Starting annual salary of $81,000 (depending on qualifications and experience).11.5% Super + Not for Profit Salary Packaging (Increases your take home pay).Desired Skills and ExperienceCOVID-19 RequirementImmunisation history showing you have received two doses of a Covid-19 vaccine is encouraged.RequiredBachelor degree in nursing or higher.Full un-restricted AHPRA registration.Significant experience working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander clients.Demonstrated ability to meet targets and performance outcomes.Ability to support a continuous improvement model for achieving outcomes.Decisive listening, influencing and persuasive skills.PreferredMinimum two (2) years experience in a primary health setting.Immunisation endorsement and experience.Previous experience in a multidisciplinary health team.Previous experience in chronic disease management.How to applyIf this sounds like you, please submit your application by following the links on the recruitment page.
Applications will be assessed with interviews being conducted as they are received so do not delay in applying.Only successful applicants will be contacted.
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