Overview
Urgent Care Practice Nurse | Charlestown | Casual
The Company At ForHealth, we're committed to delivering quality, accessible healthcare across Australia. With 95+ medical centres and a network of 1500+ independent practitioners, we provide 8+ million patient consultations annually. As part of the ForHealth Group, we're focused on innovation, culture, and exceptional patient care.
The Role
We are looking for an Urgent Care Registered Nurse to join our Charlestown Urgent Care Service. As a vital team member, you will be responsible for ensuring all patients that present to the Urgent Care Service are identified as being appropriate for the service, triaged promptly and provided with front line care in collaboration with the Urgent Care medical practitioner.
Your Responsibilities
Responsible for triage of all patients who present to Urgent Care
Conduct comprehensive and accurate nursing triage
Act promptly for any triaged patients requiring emergency escalation or due to deterioration
Perform procedural work such as suturing and plastering
Demonstrate flexibility and adaptability for the dynamic Urgent Care environment
Deliver high-quality, person-centered care in collaboration with patients, families, carers, and medical practitioners
Ensure patients achieve desired clinical outcomes
Provide essential health education to patients
Complete all documentation accurately and promptly
About You
AHPRA Registered Nurse
Must be available evenings and weekends; Working with Children Check and National Police Check required
Previous experience in triage within an emergency department, remote nursing, or ICU is preferred, or a minimum of 3 years of experience in acute care settings
3 years' experience as an RN preferred; ICU nursing experience welcomed
Ability to assess and recognise health deterioration and escalate appropriately
Strong communication skills both verbal and written and a high level of critical thinking
Ability to work autonomously and delegate when appropriate
A personable approach with a passion for people
What We Offer
20% off dental treatments for you and your family
Fitness Passport – discounted gym benefits for you and your family
24/7 access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Health insurance discounts
Provided Uniforms
Free onsite parking
Ongoing training, development and support
Work around your schedule: Full time, Part Time, Casual opportunities
Better work-life balance – No more night shifts
Competitive Rates
Equal Prospect
ForHealth Group is committed to diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples; disability; culturally and linguistically diverse groups; the LGBTIQA+ community; veterans; carers; refugees; and people of all ages.
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