Outpatient Clinical Nurse Consultant - Gynaecology
Northern Health is seeking applications from motivated and suitably experienced Registered Nurses to join the Outpatient Services Team - Women’s Health. The Outpatient Clinical Nurse Consultant (CNC) – Gynaecology will provide expert clinical advice, leadership, and education to improve patient care and outcomes in the gynaecology specialty, in particular the Abnormal Uterine Bleeding and Hysteroscopy clinic.
The CNC will work collaboratively with the Divisional Directors, Heads of Unit and other clinical and administrative staff; and actively participate in and support strategic initiatives that work toward meeting the needs of Northern Health as a whole. The CNC is required to mentor and provide direct clinical support and instruction to both Registered and Enrolled nursing staff, and to support administrative staff in regards to speciality portfolio/s.
The CNC will oversee the coordination of care for women, ensuring evidence-based practices are implemented and adhered to. This role involves collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, developing policies and protocols, and providing mentorship to nursing staff. The CNC role is multi-ward based and will be required to work at any of the Northern Health sites as directed, in accordance with business and organisational demands and priorities.
Key Requirements:
- Experience and positive working knowledge of Women’s Health and a comprehensive understanding of women with gynaecological conditions and associated procedural care.
- Proven ability to develop, implement, and evaluate evidence-based practice guidelines and protocols specific to women's health.
- Demonstrated ability to lead multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive and cohesive care including the monitoring of patient progress, address any complications, and adjust care plans as necessary.
- Well-developed time management skills with a focus on patient flow, efficiency and safety.
- Demonstrated experience in education and mentoring of nursing staff and other healthcare professionals in women's health best practices.
Northern Health offers a range of benefits which support and reward staff both personally and professionally, including Health and Wellbeing programs, flexibility in the workplace, and access to salary packaging and EAP.
Northern Health is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce which reflects the community we serve. Applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, as well as applicants who are LGBTIQ+, who have different abilities, or are from culturally and Linguistically Diverse Backgrounds are encouraged.
#J-18808-Ljbffr
📌 Outpatient Clinical Nurse Consultant - Gynaecology
🏢 Northern Health
📍 Melbourne