Registered Nurse - Private Hospital

We have several positions available for Registered Nurses for a private clinic/hospital located in Deakin ACT, these are permanent positions.
 
Full time or part time is available, Monday to Friday shifts only, hours vary from 7am to 6pm, 5 weeks annual leave, uniforms provided, staff parking and rates negotiable depending on years of experience.
 
Position Purpose:
 
To provide excellent care to all patients working within the current Nursing Standards and within your scope of practice. At all times, representing the Clinic professionally and efficiently.  Working in a respectful and collegiate manner with all colleagues, demonstrating enthusiasm and a positive approach to patients and colleagues alike.
 
Responsibilities:
 

• Liaison with staff across the Clinic, patients and other external bodies, to effect efficient communication, including prompt response to telephone calls and dissemination of information
• Resource management to ensure adequate supplies to support general nursing
• Accurate recording of patient notes and all patient engagement in CAPStone
• Timely and prompt patient follow up, recording all engagement in CAPStone
• Adherence to administration protocols and processes to ensure all patient paperwork is accurately uploaded and reflected in CAPStone and documentation is completed appropriately
• Set -ups and end of day pack-down
• Assisting with the accreditation processes and quality assurance protocols and policies  
• Take ownership of and accountable for the duties of a Sole Vita nurse, working within the boundaries of the current national Quality Standards.
• Liaison with and support to the Directors of Nursing (Nursing & Hospital Manager & Patient Manager)
• Check-in + discharge patients
• Timely and meticulous preparation of procedure rooms
• Timely and meticulous preparation of surgical equipment, instruments and disposables for each procedure
• Care for the patient during the procedure in a confident and professional manner
• Adherence to instructions and guidance given by Dr Taylor and other contracting doctors regarding procedure technique and requirements
• Assist The Doctor and other contracting doctors as required throughout the procedure, following their specific instruction and in alignment with the Clinic’s policies and procedures.
• Provide surgical scrubbing and scouting duties for the private hospital (for both local and general anaesthetic procedures)
• Provide support to the Doctors in Skin Cancer Clinic
• Fulfil the duties involved in recovery nursing in the private hospital
• Manage patient pathology specimen and ensure it is correctly labelled and sent to pathology
• Sterilise instruments (CSD) adhering to stated techniques in compliance with the National Standards
• Educate and provide relevant information pre-post operatively to patients
• Respond promptly to external medical enquiries (patient enquiries, advice and wound management)
• Assist in maintenance of a strict record of the Doctors and contractors’ equipment and its location
• Maintain adequate stock levels of all disposables, sutures, dressing in each clinic etc
• Ensure Injectables are ordered, prepared and stored appropriately
• Perform Injectable treatments within the boundaries of training provided
• Supporting Injectable clients with education, follow-up and timely reviews
• Ensure all procedures and processes are performed in compliance with the National Safety & Quality in Health Care Standards (NSQHS) and the Infection Control and Occupational Health & Safety Practices
• Willingness to support the day-to-day needs of the clinic, including cleaning, bin runs and stores as required

Qualities and Attributes:

• Customer/client/patient service focused: committed to providing exceptional customer service across all channels – written, phone and face to face.
• Communication: the ability to communicate confidently, clearly and concisely, varying communication style depending upon the audience.
• Attention to detail: excellent attention to detail and written skills when communicating with others, both internally and externally.
• Accountable: follows up with appropriate action and ensures tasks are completed, takes pride in all aspects of their work, self-evaluates to monitor performance
• Inquisitive Learner: actively seeks to broaden their knowledge across areas of the business, and applies knowledge in an appropriate, practical and commercial minded manner. Understands their limitations and seeks support and help as required.  Demonstrates a positive attitude to change.
• Teamwork: willingness to assist and support others as required and get on with team members. Willingness to be trained in all services provided by the Clinic
• Time management/organisation: accomplish objectives effectively within time frame given and carry out administrative duties within portfolio in an efficient and timely manner. Can work calmly under pressure, prioritises work and self-manage time.  
• Problem Solver: moves towards issues to help provide resolution, seeks guidance or support when necessary, demonstrating tenacity, analytical thinking and initiative.
• Professionalism:
  • Be sensitive, respectful and courteous to all patients, health providers and staff of the Clinic
  • Uphold the Clinic’s policies, procedures and commitment to privacy and confidentiality
  • Willingness to work in all areas and services of the Clinic
  • Promotes teamwork, mutual respect and effective communication with all staff
  • Presents to work in a well-groomed manner at all times.
  • Represent the Clinic professionally and respectfully

 
If you are interested in this role, please APPLY NOW or call Jane Rippingale at DFP Recruitment on (02) 6162 7333 or email jrippingale@dfp.com.au for further information.

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