About us:

Community Acute and Non-Acute Services is a multidisciplinary team that focuses on evidence-based practice, continuous quality improvement, risk management, including information-based decision making as mechanisms for improving the quality, standards and safety of the health service provided. CANAS aims to provide the best patient care possible, at the appropriate time in the appropriate place. The principal objective of CANAS is the substitution and avoidance of hospital admission or the facilitation of early discharge to enable restoration of functional capacity. The services offer care across a broad range of clinical conditions and age groups.

About the role:

An opportunity exists within our Community Palliative Care (CPC) program. The Clinical Nurse Community Palliative Care (CNCPC) will provide comprehensive clinical nursing assessment and liaise with relevant health care providers, client and family to develop a plan of care and provide expert clinical support to other team members to implement the plan. The CNCPC will promote strategies that will enable client choice to be cared for in the most appropriate environment within an acute/sub-acute/post-acute care model.

About you:

• Mandatory qualification/s and professional registration requirements with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Authority (AHPRA).
• While not mandatory, a relevant post-graduate qualification would be well regarded.
• Demonstrated ability to deliver a high-quality service with the primary focus on achievement of organisational goals for the good of others.
• Competence in the application of clinical problem solving and effective coordination of patient centred care at an advanced level.
• Knowledge of quality improvement processes and activities and ability to apply validated research in ongoing improvements of clinical practice.

What we offer:

Total remuneration value of up to $65,929 p.a. is comprised of:

• An hourly rate between $54.44 - $58.30 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, contact Recruitment Services at [email protected] and quote the Job Ad Reference (JAR) RK5D630836

Applications close: Wednesday, 23 April 2025

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