Clinical Nurse Consultant - Surgical Clinical Reviewer (National Surgical Quality Improvement Program) Join our team as a Clinical Nurse Consultant Surgical Clinical Reviewer for the National Surgical Quality Improvement Program, where you will play a vital role in enhancing patient outcomes and promoting best practices.
The perioperative unit, located in Gladstone Hospital, features two operating rooms and a procedure room. It offers elective and emergency surgeries, day surgery, pre-anaesthetic clinics, and sterilisation services. The unit prioritises high-quality clinical care through established standards and ongoing research, collaborating with multiple disciplines to support all patients undergoing procedures.
Gladstone is a thriving regional city known for its bustling port and industrial economy. Situated on the beautiful Gladstone Harbour, it offers a mix of natural attractions, including stunning beaches and parks.
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Gladstone Hospital is a 70-Bed hospital and offers a range of general and specialist inpatient and outpatient services, including emergency, general medicine and surgery, basic orthopaedic, obstetrics, maternity, gynaecology, high dependency, hospital in the home, specialist outpatients, paediatrics and child health. Additional services include Mental Health Alcohol and Other Drugs, Oral Health, Allied Health, and outreach/community-based services.
About the role: This unique position has been established to work closely with the American College of Surgeons National Surgical Quality Improvement Program (NSQIP), which focuses on the availability of validated risk-adjusted clinical tools to track and analyse surgical complications. The Surgical Clinical Reviewer will practice at an advanced level in relation to the provision of quality, cost-effective care, in consultation with other members of the peri-operative health care team and holds responsibility for reporting accurate collection and submission of data to the NSQIP program.
This role will maintain close relationships with the Nurse Unit Manager (NUM) of Perioperative Services, Clinical Director of Surgery (DOS), Clinical Director of Anaesthetics (DOA), and Director of Nursing (DON) to identify opportunities for quality improvement and other special projects as identified.
About you: Mandatory qualification/s: Current nursing registration through the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA). Non-mandatory qualifications/requirements: The successful applicant will attend relevant training associated with the project and must maintain yearly compliance with the program. A relevant postgraduate diploma or master's degree is an expectation of this position. Where the successful applicant does not currently hold this qualification, commitment to completion within an agreed timeframe is expected and will form part of the performance and development plan. What we offer: Salary information: Total remuneration value of up to $131,369 p.a. is comprised of:
An hourly rate between $66.85 - $72.58 p.h. 12.75% employer superannuation contribution 17.5% leave loading Other benefits include: Professional Development Opportunities Education Opportunities – Study and Research Work-Life Balance, Variety and Flexibility Generous Salary Sacrificing Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Discounted Private Health Insurance Fitness Passport Vaccine Preventable Diseases (VPD) requirements: It is a condition of employment for this role for the employee to be, and remain, vaccinated against vaccine preventable diseases as listed on the Role Description.
How to apply: To submit your application/expression of interest, please include:
Your current CV or resume, including referees. A short 1 to 2 page cover letter outlining how your experience, abilities, and knowledge align with the organisational values, accountabilities, and "How you will be Assessed" section of the Role Description. Include any additional forms/evidence as attached or listed on the Role Description. Please note pre-employment checks will be carried out on applicants recommended for appointment/employment which may include confirming your qualifications, professional registration/s, previous employment history (including any previous disciplinary action), criminal history, Australian work status, and vaccination requirements.
Applications close: Monday, 6 January 2025 Further information We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.
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