About SpinePlus

SpinePlus is an established specialist spinal practice based at the Brisbane Private Hospital, providing expert spine care and surgery. We are recruiting for a Clinical Nurse whose role is to assist the surgeon with clinical and administrative tasks to produce successful surgical and non-surgical outcomes for patients. You will have direct contact with patients and the opportunity to be involved in the entire patient experience.

For more information about SpinePlus, its philosophy, culture and team members go to https://www.spineplus.com.au.

About the Position

This is an extremely rewarding clinical and administrative full-time nursing position in a private specialist spinal practice. You will be working with a dedicated team of health professionals who sub-specialize in all conditions of the spine.

Job Tasks and Responsibilities

support administrative staff in triaging new patients for appropriate appointments

provide support, direction, orientation and education to clinical and administrative team members

conduct history-taking prior and during patient consultations

undertake a comprehensive medical history and risk assessment prior to surgery

discuss perioperative information with patient on visit prior to surgery

undertake supervised ward rounds

contact post-operative patients to assess their progress once home

apply basic wound care (primarily dressing removal)

answer enquiries from patients, GPs and hospital staff (including after-hours enquiries)

book and manage theatre lists

liaise with affiliated medical specialists and allied healthcare professionals involved in patient's care

Qualifications and Experience

current AHPRA registration as a registered clinical nurse

minimum 2 years' experience in a surgical environment

Position Details

full-time (38 hours per week), Monday to Friday

daily hours are variable depending on clinic days and workload

flexible roster designed in collaboration with surgeon

you are expected to be available electronically after-hours to respond to patient and health professional enquiries within set parameters (excluding annual and personal leave days)

negotiable starting remuneration including superannuation ($100,000-$115,000) based on qualifications and relevant experience; in accordance with the Federal Nurses Award 2020

uniform provided

located at the Brisbane Private Hospital

commences Monday 2nd June 2025 or sooner

Selection Criteria

high level of time management, multi-tasking and prioritization skills with attention to detail

ability to work independently and unsupervised to schedule but to be able to interact in a fast-paced multidisciplinary team-based environment

aspirations for a career in the surgical healthcare industry

competent with IT including Windows, Mac, Android and iOS environments, the Microsoft Office suite and the ability to become proficient in medical practice software

a high level of personal presentation standards

a compassionate and caring nature with a genuine interest in providing exceptional care to patients

strong communication skills, both written and verbal with a firm grasp of English grammar and syntax

full working rights in Australia

Application Details

applications close Sunday 11th May 2025

only applications considered for an interview will be contacted

forward your resume and a cover letter explaining your suitability for the advertised position to HR Manager to tlicina@spineplus.com.au.