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The Opportunity We're looking for a dedicated Nurse Practitioner to join our urgent care team (Part time - Hours negotiable - 3 Months Fixed Term Contract).
Benalla Health's Urgent Care is a six bay unit, comprising four treatment bays, one triage room, and one resuscitation area. It is staffed 24 hours a day by two Registered Nurses with on-call visiting Medical Officers.
The Successful Nurse Practitioner Will Perform physical examinations of patients to evaluate health and diagnose illnesses. Determine, plan, and initiate appropriate treatment, and adjust treatment if necessary. Admit patients to the health service, in collaboration with on-call visiting Medical Officer. Document medical information of patients and maintain medical records (paper and electronic). Educate, instruct, and counsel patients and families on presenting health problems, treatment plans, and home care, and promote preventative health care and positive health behaviors. Request consultation or referral with other health care providers, such as physicians and clinics. Actively maintain knowledge of current medical research and trends and support research projects. Create patient care plans and contribute to existing ones. Administer medicine and other treatments. Detect changes in patients' health and modify treatment plans as needed. Consult with healthcare professionals and families. Train patients and their families to manage and prevent illness and injury. Why choose Benalla Health? Benalla Health is dedicated to providing a wide range of services that prioritize optimal care and overall wellbeing for our consumers in the rural community. Our commitment to "Best Care, Every Person, Every Time" is reflected in our values of Respect, Empathy, Excellence, Compassion, and Accountability.
With a team of just over 300 staff members, collaboration is central to our approach. We believe working together within our teams and the community delivers the best outcomes. Joining Benalla Health means becoming part of a vibrant, diverse, and inclusive environment.
Looking to move? Located 200 km north of Melbourne, Benalla offers diverse attractions, including wine regions, winter sports, vibrant arts scene, street art, and silo art. It combines natural beauty, cultural richness, and exciting activities, ideal for those considering a career change.
Why you will love it here! Career development opportunities, including training in your chosen specialty. Flexible work practices, 5 weeks annual leave, and options to substitute public holidays. Salary Packaging options, including the Remote Area Benefit for those living and working within 40 km of Benalla. A strong sense of community, inclusivity, and a values-driven team. A country lifestyle close to the Alpine Region. The successful applicant will undergo a National Police Records Check and Working with Children's Check for pre-employment safety screening.
For more information, contact Kylie Brown - NUM - Urgent Care, at (03) 5761 4222.
Benalla Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to Child Safety, establishing child-safe and child-friendly environments.
Application Process Applications close at 11:59 PM on Friday, April 11, 2025. Please submit your application including a cover letter and resume.
Seniority level Entry level Employment type Part-time Job function Health Care Provider Industries Hospitals and Health Care #J-18808-Ljbffr