Queensland Health (Organisation site)
Patient Access and Clinical Effectiveness Service Line, Caboolture
Work collaboratively with the Clinical Nurse Consultant of the Infection Control Unit to deliver advanced clinical expertise and care in infection control.
Job detailsPosition Status: Fixed Term Temporary
Position Type: Part-time
Occupational Group: Health - Nursing
Classification: Nurse Grade 6 (2)
Workplace Location: Caboolture
Job Ad Reference: QLD/CAB614777
Closing Date: 29-Jan-2025
Yearly Salary: $61.20 per hour
Job Duration: Fixed Term Temporary Part Time for 6 months
The purpose of this role is to work collaboratively with the Clinical Nurse Consultant of the Infection Control Unit to deliver advanced clinical expertise and care in infection control. Additionally, this role will support Infection Control standards by applying best practices, providing education, demonstrating leadership and portfolio management to ensure safe practices and high-quality outcomes for patients, consumers, visitors, and staff.
About youOur ideal candidate will be someone who can carry out the following key accountabilities in accordance with the Metro North Health's values:
Practice in accordance with code of ethics, professional standards and legislation affecting nursing practice by maintaining current knowledge and competence within scope of position.Apply advanced specialist clinical knowledge, experience, and clinical skills in infection control.Apply critical thinking and reasoning, advanced problem-solving skills, and clinical judgement in relation to infection control.Respond appropriately to sudden alterations in the health status of the consumer/person using advanced nursing assessment and intervention skills.Contribute to a positive workplace culture including demonstrating self-awareness and reflection and acting in accordance with professional codes and standards.Demonstrate commitment to continuous quality improvement and best practice principles to optimise consumer centred care and organisational outcomes.Integrate knowledge of infection control and organisational key performance indicators into clinical decision making on a daily basis.Participate in the professional development of self and others utilising contemporary practice in the delivery of improved standards of care.Health EquityIt is expected that all Metro North Health staff contribute to the health equity agenda and meet the intent of supporting the defined six actions that specifically meet the needs of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people within the National Safety and Quality Health Service Standards (NSQHS).
Benefits when working for usRewarding career and development opportunities across a wide range of clinical and non-clinical areasValue driven organisation which provides a work environment that is safe, satisfying, flexible, and promotes a healthy work-life balanceFlexible working arrangements and competitive salary rates with annual incremental increasesBenefit from a higher than standard employer contribution to Superannuation of up to 12.75% and access to salary packagingBe part of a world-class, dynamic and growing health service that embraces technology and innovation. Metro North Health is committed to providing a diverse and inclusive workplace for all employees. You can find out more about why it's so great to work at Metro North here: Metro North Careers.
APPLICATIONS RECEIVED VIA THIRD PARTIES (RECRUITMENT AGENCIES ETC.) WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED Further informationWe are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.
Inclusion and diversityWe are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity, including making any reasonable adjustments to support you through the recruitment process.
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