Apply now Job no: 501585
Work type: Permanent
Location: Mackay
Categories: Registered Nurse/Midwife
Mater Private Hospital Mackay is currently seeking experienced Registered Nurses to join the 9-bed specialist Palliative Care Ward on a permanent, part-time basis.
Mater Private Hospital Mackay nursing team provides the highest level of specialist care to patients, their families, carers, and visitors.
Our team of industry professionals work together as a cohesive and collaborative unit, going above and beyond to provide patient-centred care and deliver the highest level of clinical standards for the patient and the unit.
What you'll be doing Reporting to the Nurse Unit Manager, our Registered Nurses make up a vital and respected part of the nursing team at Mater.
Key duties and responsibilities will include:
Managing all aspects of palliative care from symptom and pain management to end of life care.Utilising a structured approach to carry out comprehensive and accurate nursing assessments of patients.Completing PCOC assessments.Within scope of practice, implement planned evidence-based nursing interventions.Demonstrating exceptional clinical expertise and knowledge of procedures and the management of patients seeking outstanding care.Implementing strategies to ensure that quality and risk management are integrated into service provision.Maintaining and adhering to Infection Control policies and practices.Complying with organisational policies, procedures, work instructions, and guidelines.About you You will be driven by a challenging yet rewarding environment where you can bring your energy and experience to this dynamic ward.
Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse (no restrictions).Recent nursing experience including extensive experience within a medical ward setting.Excellent interpersonal, communication, and clinical problem-solving skills.Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.Demonstrated commitment to continued quality improvement and best practice principles.Experience with using CADD pumps & Syringe Drivers is desirable.An openness to undergoing palliative care training if needed.Mater is Queensland's largest and most innovative not-for-profit healthcare service, providing care for almost 700,000 patients a year across a network of 11 hospitals.
We are a leader in healthcare, education, and research — and that's because we employ exceptional people.
#MAKEYOURMATERMOVE Applications close on Tuesday 24th December 2024. Please note, we may contact applicants prior to the closing date, please do not hesitate to APPLY NOW! Please be advised that our recruitment process may be temporarily paused for the holiday period and we will begin contacting applicants again in January 2025.
We appreciate your patience and look forward to connecting with you at that time. Mater is committed to the wellbeing of their staff, and it is underpinned by our flexible and remote working policies.
Mater Group is dedicated to creating a workplace that values diversity and inclusion.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and abilities.
We believe in providing equal opportunities for all qualified candidates. Advertised: 10 Dec 2024 E. Australia Standard Time
Applications close: 24 Dec 2024 E. Australia Standard Time
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