Urgent Care Nurse Opportunity
Job Description
We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Registered Nurse to join our Urgent Care Service in Adelaide. As a vital member of our team, you will provide high-quality nursing support and ensure all patients who present to the Urgent Care Service are identified as being appropriate for the service, triaged promptly and provided with frontline care in collaboration with the Urgent Care Medical Practitioner.
Key Responsibilities
* Provide accurate and empathetic patient triage – be the first point of contact for patients in urgent care, taking charge of every patient who walks through the door with confidence.
* Conduct thorough and precise nursing triage – quickly assess patient needs and prioritize care to ensure the best outcomes.
* Act decisively in critical moments – identify and intervene when necessary to prevent or mitigate harm to patients.
* Develop your clinical skills – perform hands-on procedural care such as suturing and plastering, expanding your expertise in a fast-paced environment.
* Deliver compassionate patient-centered care – collaborate closely with patients, their families, carers, and medical practitioners to ensure a supportive care experience.
* Support patients in achieving their health goals – guide them toward the best clinical outcomes with your knowledge and care.
* Empower patients through education – provide essential health information that equips them to take charge of their wellbeing.
* Maintain accurate and timely documentation – complete all patient records accurately and promptly to support continuity of care and quality standards.
* Champion workplace health and safety – actively participate in safety initiatives, promptly report any incidents/hazards and foster a secure and supportive work environment.