Emergency Registered Nurse - Safe Staffing Levels
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Employment Type: Permanent Full Time / Part Time
Position Classification: Registered Nurse
Remuneration: S36.38 - $51.08 per hour + 12% super + Salary packaging
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ585480
Location: Maitland Hospital
About The Role
The Maitland Hospital\'s Emergency Department attends to a significant number of patients daily, spanning various age groups and presenting issues. The department boasts an exceptional team culture, providing robust support for your transition. Each shift, a Clinical Nurse Unit Manager will guide you, complemented by a dedicated group of Clinical Nurse Educators, Clinical Nurse Specialists, and Nurse Practitioners. The ED operates as a highly collaborative and multidisciplinary team, involving not only doctors and nurses but also administration staff, social workers, physiotherapists, pharmacists, occupational therapists, and invaluable ancillary staff. Together, we contribute to the seamless functioning of the ED. The team is characterised by its patient-centred approach, fostering a dynamic and cohesive work environment. Additionally, the department benefits from the oversight of a Nurse Unit Manager, Medical Co-Directors, and an Operational Nurse Manager for Critical Care.
What is important to us is someone who can bring to our team a passion to drive change in delivering best practice outcomes and care to our patients. We are looking for someone who is motivated, committed to the Excellence framework of every patient, every time and to their own professional development in a growing environment. Opportunities for further education and training in relevant courses is well supported. You will be supported by a team of multidisciplinary specialists as well as our Education Team.
Safe staffing levels will ensure patient care is delivered safely and effectively, with staff feeling supported to provide the best outcomes, maintain patient safety, and contribute to a positive and sustainable work environment.
Where You'll Be Working
* Maitland ED and newly opened an 8 bed Emergency Short Stay Unit (ESSU) to support flow and care for our patients. Successful candidates will be required to work within the Emergency Department including the ESSU.
* Our hospital has transitioned to a new facility with state of the art technology in patient care. Maitland Hospital has been built to provide patients with high quality care in a modern and comfortable environment and it embraces technology and innovation, allowing staff new, improved ways to work that will deliver better health outcomes.
About You
* Person-centred approach
* Critical reflection on practice
* Strong communication skills
* Recognition of when to notify and escalate
* Effective prioritisation and time management
Requirements And Additional Information
* Current registration as a Registered Nurse with AHPRA
* An eligibility list will be created for future permanent full or part time and temporary full or part time vacancies.
* We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.
* To be eligible for permanent employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or a permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport. Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable local candidate is identified for the position; in this instance, you may only be offered employment in line with the conditions and expiry date of your visa.
What We Can Offer You
* Monthly Allocated Days Off (for full-time employees)
* 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part-time employees)
* 6 weeks annual leave (for eligible full-time nurses)
* Paid parental leave (for eligible employees) - giving you the opportunity for true Worklife balance
* Salary packaging options - up to $11,600 plus novated leasing
* Fitness Passport for health and well-being - discounted gym options for you and your family
* Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
Information For Applicants
* Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description (link below).
* For assistance addressing selection criteria visit: https://bit.ly/3vL5fq2
For role related queries or questions contact Natasha Bailey on Natasha.Bailey@health.nsw.gov.au
Hunter New England Health is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health's commitment to implementing the Child Safe Standards. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and well-being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.
Please contact Rebecca Caldwell for confidential support to ensure an equitable, barrier-free application process.
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