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Registered Nurse

Carbal Medical Services
Toowoomba, QLD
A$80,000-$110,000 p/a
Healthcare & Medical → Nursing - General Medical & Surgical
Full-time
On-site

Posted 29 days ago


Practice Nurse

SUMMARY: Practice Nurse required for a Not-For-Profit AMS located in Toowoomba and Warwick.

  • Help Close the Gap by providing Culturally Safe Services
  • Up to 38hrs, Monday to Friday no after-hours and weekend work
  • Exceptional opportunity to assist vulnerable clients to have quality of life

Organisation Overview

Carbal Medical Services (Carbal) is a Not-for-Profit, charitable organisation that provides health services to the Aboriginal and Torres Strait islander community in and around Toowoomba and Warwick.

The core function of Carbal Medical Services is to provide medical services to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people delivered through two medical practices and many community programs. Covering the Darling Downs and Southern Downs regions including Goondiwindi, this position will be based in our Toowoomba General Practice clinic and reports directly to the Clinic Manager.

Position Overview

This role will see you working as part of a nursing team to deliver exceptional standards of care to Aboriginal Torres Strait Islanders, and you will be motivated and have a genuine desire to Close the Gap in Indigenous health outcomes. Your brief is broad and extends across all aspects of the organisation. Your skills as a Nurse will ensure smooth and efficient function of the practice in a clinical setting. You will have a thorough understanding of chronic disease issues affecting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people along with knowledge of Medicare entitlements for Indigenous clients in order to help the organisation meet its operational requirements. Understanding of the national privacy principles and the importance of confidentiality, will make you stand apart from other applicants

Ideally you will have a varied experience and are a savvy communicator who can rapidly establish trust and respect with clinicians and patients.

Key duties will include but not be limited to:

  • Provide high-quality nursing care to clients, tailored to their individual needs and cultural preferences
  • Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to ensure holistic care and support for our clients
  • Utilize your experience to effectively manage and prevent chronic diseases through early intervention and personalised care plans
  • Demonstrate reliability, confidence, and strong communication skills in all interactions with clients, families, and team members
  • Show appreciation for Indigenous culture and adapt your care approach accordingly, promoting a culturally safe and inclusive environment

Essential

  • Current AHPRA Registration as a Registered Nurse or an Enrolled Nurse; Or
  • Demonstrated ability to be proactive and work cohesively with Management to achieve patient outcomes;
  • Demonstrated experience in working effectively with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and a clear understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander culture, or the ability to rapidly acquire the same;
  • Varied knowledge of chronic disease issues affecting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people;
  • You will have a demonstrated understanding of the health issues found in our Indigenous Communities;
  • Demonstrated ability to effectively self-manage work flow and report on outcomes against the action plan;
  • Current Open C Class Driver's License valid in Queensland;
  • Satisfactory Police Check – no Serious/Criminal/Court Record, and ability to obtain a Blue Card. This will be conducted on initial appointment and on an annual basis in line with Carbal's compliance schedule;
  • Current CPR certification;

Desirable

  • Demonstrate experience in delivering Primary Health Services. Ideally your experience will be in a General Practice and/or hospital setting or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and post education and training;
  • Nurse Immuniser
  • Phlebotomist

What We Can Offer You

  • Competitive salary.
  • Salary sacrificing options to increase your take home salary.
  • Work alongside a multidisciplinary team making a difference to Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander people.
  • Work in a supportive and culturally rich environment that values diversity and inclusivity.
  • New employee benefit system through “Paytime”, access a portion of your pay as you earn it.
  • Two weeks off over the Christmas period (to be taken from annual leave / public holiday leave).
  • Free gym membership (conditions apply).
  • Employee Assistance Program to ensure you feel supported.
  • Annual uniform allowance.
  • Discounts available with the company we utilise for tyre service.
  • All staff events two to four time per year.
  • Enrolment into a suite of online training courses created by Carbal.

Applicants must submit their resume and cover letter by COB Friday 14th March 2025 by email to [email protected] or by selecting apply now.

Please note the advertising closing date is indicative only. Carbal Support Services reserves the right to close the advertisement before this date is reached. Therefore, we encourage you to submit your Cover letter and Resume as soon as possible.

Carbal is an equal opportunity employer and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.


About Carbal Medical Services

Toowoomba, QLD, Australia

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