About the Royal Flying Doctor Service South Australia / Northern Territory (RFDS SA/NT)
We are trusted leaders in providing aeromedical and primary health care services to people in remote, rural and regional locations across South Australia and the Northern Territory. Our five-year Strategic Plan is focused on growing as an innovative, responsive and better-connected health service provider for all Australians.
Watch stories about our people, patients and the communities we serve at finestcare.com.au
We believe our people – all of our people – keep the Royal Flying Doctor Service flying.
About this Opportunity
Reporting directly to the Retrieval Nursing Director, as the Flight Nurse Manager in Adelaide, you will actively contribute as a member of a collaborative Flight Nursing Leadership Team.
You will be responsible for leading, developing and resourcing the Flight Nursing team to ensure the provision of safe, kind and effective patient care.
Specifically, you will:
Monitor and support the flight nursing team to maintain & develop their knowledge and skills in aeromedical nursing.
Use expert clinical knowledge, experience and continuous quality improvement to lead clinical service delivery.
Monitor, measure and report patient outcomes and experiences, and ensure key performance indicators are met in relation to service delivery and patient experience
Lead investigations and follow-up of incidents and/or safety concerns using SQR management
Maintain financial accountability for the flight nursing budget at the Adelaide base
Monitor and manage flight nurse resourcing to ensure adequate staffing and lead recruitment campaigns to support a fully recruited workforce
About You
You are:
An experience leader with outstanding communication, problem solving and conflict resolution skills
An individual who leads by example and fosters workplace environments that develop and enhance staff potential
A strong relationship builder who can work within a multi-disciplinary team and has a thorough understanding of cross-cultural diversity
A competent Flight Nurse with the ability to review and enhance models of patient care
To be considered for the role you require:
Registration (or eligible for registration) as a Nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia
A current practicing certificate (or eligible to hold) and at least 5 years post registration experience
A post graduate qualification in Emergency or Critical care Nursing
Your application would be enhanced by:
Registration (or eligible for registration) as a Midwife with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia and a current practicing certificate (or eligible to hold)
Post graduation qualifications in Retrieval Nursing
Tertiary qualifications in health care management or equivalent
As part of our team, you can expect to be provided with challenging, interesting work and be supported to achieve your best. The RFDS offers a supportive environment where our people are valued, and professional development is encouraged. In addition, we also offer:
Comprehensive orientation program for new starters
Free onsite parking
Reward and Recognition Program
Employee Value Awards
Learning Management System
Employee Assistance Program
Attractive relocation support
Generous annual salary packaging options to reduce your taxable income including:
packaging up to $15, 899 of your salary towards loans, rent and bills
packaging of an additional $2,650 of your salary via a meal and entertainment card.
Further Information
To access the position description, please click here .
For a confidential discussion in relation to the position, please contact Keirstie Bull, Retrieval Nursing Director via 0438 716 117 .
For a confidential discussion in relation to the recruitment process, please contact Nicola Beckwith-Jones, People and Culture Business Partner via 0499 715 104 .
Applications close at 11:59pm on Friday 20th September 2024.
Please note that we are unable to accept late applications, or applications submitted via email.
The RFDS has mandatory vaccination requirements. Please contact us if you would like to know more.
Please note, we reserve the right to appoint to the position before the published closing date. Interested applicants are encouraged to submit an application as early as possible!
The Royal Flying Doctor Service is an equal opportunity employer that fosters a positive culture and offers a diverse, safe and supportive work environment. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants are encouraged to apply.
The Royal Flying Doctor Service is one of the largest and most comprehensive aeromedical organisations in the world, providing extensive primary health care and 24-hour emergency service to people over an area of 7.3 million square kilometres.
Delivered by a dedicated team of professionals, using the latest in aviation, medical and communications technology, and supported by a vast number of volunteers and supporters, the RFDS is vital for those that live, work and travel in rural and remote Australia.
Source: This is an extract from the company's own website.
The Royal Flying Doctor Service is one of the largest and most comprehensive aeromedical organisations in the world, providing extensive primary health care and 24-hour emergency service to people over an area of 7.3 million square kilometres.
Delivered by a dedicated team of professionals, using the latest in aviation, medical and communications technology, and supported by a vast number of volunteers and supporters, the RFDS is vital for those that live, work and travel in rural and remote Australia.
Source: This is an extract from the company's own website.
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