The Role
An opportunity has become available for a Clinical Nurse (Mental Health - Alcohol and Other Drugs Services) to join Gold Coast Health (GCH) where the focus of our 12 000-strong team is on providing world-class health care to people living in the Gold Coast, and northern New South Wales region of Australia.
You will
- Provide high quality care by the delivery of a standard of nursing care reflected in the Queensland Management and Treatment of Opioid Dependence Clinical Practice Guidelines
- Assist medical staff in completing ambulatory detoxes within the community
- Providing specialist care for patients with a wide range of co
- morbid alcohol and other drug-associated problems
- Ensure optimal outcomes for the patient by adhering to the policies of best practice
About you
**To be successful in this position you will require**:
- A Bachelor of Nursing or equivalent
- AHPRA Registration
- A graduate certificate or greater within a relevant specialty area is highly desirable
- Driver Licence
- Evidence of vaccination, or be able to be vaccinated against and remain vaccinated against - Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella (Chicken Pox), Pertussis (Whooping Cough), Hepatitis B and COVID 19
- Credentialed through the College of Mental Health Nurses (or be prepared to work towards a credential)
- Tuberculosis screening, to identify if the tuberculosis vaccination may be required
- Declaration of serious discipline history must be disclosed
**Benefits**:
- Flexible work options
- Career Development
- Salary Packaging
- Modern Facilities
- Diverse Work Culture
- Research Opportunities
- Up to 12.75% super
- 17.5% leave loading
Additional Benefits options
- Access to the Fitness Passport (conditions apply)
- Access to paid parental leave (conditions apply)
- Our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Salary
- Permanent full time
- Base salary ranging from $104 816 - $112 236 per annum
About Us
Alcohol and Other Drugs Service is a specialised Drug and Alcohol service that seeks to deliver care and support that respects the individual's rights, preserves their dignity, and promotes recovery and inclusion in addiction medicine.
About Gold Coast Health
- Nationally and internationally recognised location for innovative medical research and health care
- Annual operating budget exceeding $1.5 billion
- More than 1100 beds across three hospitals - Gold Coast University Hospital, Robina Hospital, Varsity Lakes Hospital and Robina and Southport Health Precincts
- Secondary and tertiary health services across more than 20 facilities
- Opportunity to combine professional advancement, job satisfaction and relaxation into one fulfilling lifestyle
- A workplace culture that encourages people to bring their whole selves to work so that they can perform at their best
- Committed to reflecting the diversity of the Gold Coast community and ensuring each staff member is included and feels like they belong
How to Apply
**Job Ad reference**: GC490990