About us:

The Gladstone Emergency Department is a 24-hour public department providing initial treatment for all, definitive care for many, and resuscitation and stabilisation of emergencies or unwell patients prior to transfer to tertiary centres or admission to Gladstone Hospital. The Emergency Department provides care across the lifespan and is commissioning a dedicated paediatric zone soon.

The geographical area it serves extends south, from Mt Larcom to Miriam Vale and west, to Calliope; servicing approximately 62, 660 residents. Approximately 35,000 patients are treated annually in the Emergency Department of which 25% are paediatric.

About the role:

• Provides nursing services within health service settings; and
• Demonstrates competence in the provision of nursing care as specified by registration requirements, NMBA standards and codes, educational preparation, relevant legislation, and context of care.
• The Registered Nurse provides and evaluates contemporary evidence-based nursing care in alignment with accepted standards CQ Health guidelines and policies.
• Practises independently and interdependently.
• Assumes accountability and responsibility for own actions and delegation of care to Enrolled Nurses (EN's), Assistants in Nursing (AIN's) and healthcare workers.
• This role reports operationally and professionally to the Nurse Unit Manager (NUM).
• This role will work directly with Nursing and Midwifery, Allied Health, and medical staff within the service.

About you:

• Registered Nursing qualification
• Current registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).

What we offer:

Total remuneration value of up to $121,106 p.a. is comprised of:

• An hourly rate between $41.73 - $53.53 p.h.
• 12.75% employer superannuation contribution
• 17.5% leave loading

Additional Benefits

• Ongoing Professional Development and Education Opportunities
• Flexible Work-Life Balance and Variety
• Generous Salary Sacrificing Options
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Discounted Private Health Insurance
• Fitness Passport

Vaccine Preventable Diseases (VPD) requirements:

It is a condition of employment for this role for the employee to be, and remain, vaccinated against vaccine preventable diseases as listed on the Role Description.

How to apply:

To apply, please submit the following:

• Your current CV or resume, including referees.
• A cover letter (1-2 pages) addressing how your experience, skills and values align with the key responsibilities and expectations outlined in the Role Description.
• Any additional forms / evidence as attached or listed on the Role Description.

Please note pre-employment checks will be carried out on applicants recommended for appointment/employment which may include confirming your qualifications, professional registration/s, previous employment history (including any previous disciplinary action), criminal history, Australian work status and vaccination requirements.

For assistance:

1. Contact [email protected]
2. Quote the Job Ad Reference (JAR) GL5C626473

Applications close: Sunday, 30 March 2025

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