Attend to adult and paediatric presentations of lower complexity illness and injury across the emergency department.
The Role
An opportunity has become available for a Nurse Practitioner (Emergency) to join Gold Coast Health (GCH) where the focus of our 12 000-strong team is on providing world-class health care to people living in the Gold Coast, and northern New South Wales region of Australia.
You will
- Direct patient management for particular patient groups
- Coach, develop and mentor nursing staff by fostering a culture of continuous learning and research
- Contribute to achieving operational Key Performance Indicators (KPI's), including fostering a unit culture that reflects our organisational values
- Optimise non-clinical management days to ensure we are working at best practice level
About you
To be successful in this position you will require:
- Bachelor of Nursing or equivalent
- Registration with the Nursing Midwifery Board of Australia
- Evidence of vaccination, or be able to be vaccinated against and remain vaccinated against - Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Pertussis and Hepatitis B
- Tuberculosis screening, to identify if the tuberculosis vaccination may be required
- Declaration of serious discipline history must be disclosed
- Criminal History Screening will be required for new employees (GCH will cover cost)
Benefits
- Flexible work options
- Career Development
- Salary Packaging
- Modern Facilities
- Diverse Work Culture
- Research Opportunities
- 12.75% super
- 17.5% leave loading
- Interstate/International candidates may be eligible for the Queensland Health Attraction Incentive – up $20,000!
Salary
- Permanent full time
- Base salary ranging from $149 259 - $155 831 per annum
About Us
The Emergency Department (ED) is located within the Division of Emergency Care Services (ECS). The Division nurtures productive relationships with colleagues through pre-hospital care, primary care, private hospitals, Non-Government Organisations, Residential Aged Care Facilities and community organisations. The EDs at both Gold Coast University Hospital (GCUH) and Robina Hospital provide emergency care for over 160,000 patients per year. GCUH provides Level 6 tertiary level emergency care and Robina Hospital provides Level 4 services under the Clinical Services Capability Framework (CSCF).
About Gold Coast Health
- Nationally and internationally recognised location for innovative medical research and health care
- Annual operating budget exceeding $1.5 billion
- More than 1100 beds across three hospitals - Gold Coast University Hospital, Robina Hospital, Varsity Lakes Hospital and Robina and Southport Health Precincts
- Secondary and tertiary health services across more than 20 facilities
- Opportunity to combine professional advancement, job satisfaction and relaxation into one fulfilling lifestyle
- A workplace culture that encourages people to bring their whole selves to work so that they can perform at their best
- Committed to reflecting the diversity of the Gold Coast community and ensuring each staff member is included and feels like they belong
How to Apply
Click APPLY to submit your application by Wednesday, 15 May 2024
Gold Coast Health is committed to providing an accessible, inclusive work environment. Please contact the nominated person if you require any reasonable adjustments throughout this recruitment process.
Job Ad reference: GC559716
Please note: no third-party applications will be accepted.
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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