Homeless Healthcare is a dynamic, not for profit organisation providing healthcare to people experiencing homelessness or at risk of homelessness. The organisation runs mobile GP clinics in various settings across Perth as well as running nurse led assertive street outreach, collaborative in-reach into RPH hospital, a 20-bed Medical Respite Centre. We employ nurses, doctors, nurse practitioners, case workers and peer support workers.

Due to continued expansion we are currently seeking highly competent, autonomous and compassionate Registered and Enrolled Nurses across all areas, including our growing Street Health team.

About the role

We are looking for dedicated nurses with a passion for working with marginalised communities. You will have a strong understanding of health issues affecting people experiencing homelessness and a trauma informed, client centered attitude.

The ideal candidate will have experience working with clients who present with complex and co-occurring needs. To be successful, applicants must be very confident in making autonomous decisions and be able to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team environment to achieve best patient outcomes.

We can offer a variety of shift lengths and start times. Whilst we aren't looking for a causal nurse, we may have the right position for you, so please don't hesitate to apply.

What's on offer

An out of the box, highly autonomous nursing role perfect for someone looking for adventure.

Highly rewarding role helping some of our most vulnerable population.

Nursing in a variety of settings, no hospitals!

Great patient ratios with a role that allows you to spend real time with patients.

Truly client-led care.

Above Award rates of pay.

The successful candidate will require:

Registered or Enrolled Nurse with current unrestricted AHPRA registration.

Passion for working with marginalised communities.

Wound care, ECG, and phlebotomy experience or willingness to learn.

Experience working with people living with mental illness and/or having experienced trauma.

Knowledge of harm minimisation practices and willingness to champion these.

Ability to build and maintain effective multidisciplinary working relationships.

The successful candidate must possess a National Police Clearance that was obtained within 3 months or be willing to obtain.

The successful candidate must possess a WWC or be able to obtain.

Current CPR certification.

Desirable

Current immunisation certificate.

Experience in primary, community or ED nursing.

Knowledge of services and community resources relevant to the homelessness, AOD and mental health sector.

Homeless Healthcare seek and welcome diversity and a breadth of experience and backgrounds in our teams. People with lived experience in homelessness, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders and people who identify as LGBTIQ+ are encouraged to apply.

To apply

If this sounds like the role for you then click on the apply button on Seek.

In your application, please ensure that you:

Submit your resume

Submit your cover letter briefly addressing how your skills and experience fit the organisation and what availability you have for the role.

Closing date: Friday 18th of July

Shortlisting and interviews will commence immediately, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.