Clinical Nurse Specialist Infection Prevention and ControlThis position qualifies for a Recruitment Incentive Package up to the value of $10,000 (pro-rata part-time/temporary positions less than 18 months), and a reoccurring Annual Retention Bonus valued up to $10,000 (pro-rata part time), under the NSW Health Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme.Employment Type: Permanent Full TimePosition Classification: Clinical Nurse Specialist Grade 2Remuneration: $109,945.46 - $113,556.22 + SuperannuationHours Per Week: 38Requisition ID: REQ530116Location: Broken Hill NSWAbout the opportunityWe have a wonderful opportunity for somebody that enjoys making a real difference in the health outcomes of our community. Working closely with different disciplines you will immerse yourself in infection control procedures, provide meaningful data, and produce educational material.You will enjoy variety in your day and will have the opportunity to work across different and sometimes remote locations within our health district. Your critical thinking skills and attention to detail will be highly regarded.Some of your duties include but are not limited to:Complete infection prevention control surveillance and monitoring.Liaise with other health care workers to complete contact tracing whilst producing meaningful reports.Contact tracing and project management initiatives that directly impact the health outcomes of the community.What we offer5 weeks paid annual leave per yearSalary packaging (pay less tax) and enjoy up to $9k for living expenses + $2.6k meal & entertainmentNovated leasingFitness PassportProfessional development through frequent online and face-to-face learning opportunitiesHow to applyTo be considered for this position, please ensure you address the selection criteria in the application as thoroughly as possible.Current registration as a Registered Nurse with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) with relevant post-registration qualifications and at least 3 years' experience working in the clinical area of their specified post-graduate qualification.Demonstrated application of professional and ethical boundaries to the delivery of patient care in the context of a multi-disciplinary team.Demonstrated application of evidence-based practice and critical thinking to advocate for and implement individualised person-centred care.Demonstrated capacity to interact with others in a personable and professional manner and personally resolve conflicts when they arise.Demonstrated commitment to work and partner with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander patients and families to enhance health outcomes.Evidence of participation in own professional development and commitment to maintaining competence and enhancement of skills.Demonstrated understanding of evidence-based best practice and its contribution to changing practice and policies within the organisation.Demonstrated effective interpersonal skills, excellent written and verbal communication skills within a multidisciplinary team.Applications Close: 20th November 2024At Far West Local Health District we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, where we don't just accept differences, but we honour and support it. Committed to providing a working environment that thrives and values diversity, we encourage people of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander background, people with a disability and people from the LGBTQI+ community to apply.
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