Nurse Manager - Virtual Emergency, Critical Care & Close Observation
Western Virtual Division

About the role
The Western Virtual Division is a supportive, agile, and innovative team consisting of vCare (Virtual, Co-ordination, Access, Referral, Escalation), vRGS (Virtual Rural Generalist Service), iCiC (Integrated Care in the Community) and vAHS (Virtual Allied Health Service).

As a service, the Western Virtual Division operates collaborating with Rural and Remote Facilities, Base Hospitals, Tertiary Referral Hospitals, Ambulance New South Wales, and all clinicians involved in the delivery of patient centred care.

The Nurse Manager Virtual Emergency, Critical Care and Close Observation role leads and manages the nursing team, supporting several key functions of the service including; critical / emergency clinical support and virtual support.

Seven days a week, 24 hours a day, vCare is a single access point for care co-ordination, clinical support/advice, inpatient transport, and assistance with referrals for specialist, post-specialist, appointments, and diagnostic transportation (District Patient Flow & Transport Unit).

vCare is part of the rural sectors clinical escalation process for REACH and local Clinical Emergency Response Systems (CERS). vCare also provides pro-active patient safety system via Virtual Support.

To find out more about the role click to view the Position Description

A career with Western NSW means you can challenge yourself, make an impact and shape the future of rural health. To explore the benefits of a career in our Local Health District, visit the WNSWLHD website.

To apply for this role:

· Click ‘Apply’

· Create a profile in the Recruitment & Onboarding (ROB) System or sign in using your existing login

· Upload your current resume

· Answer the selection criteria

Role-related enquiries: Please contact Kathryn Lyons on 0467 774 391 or at [email protected] for more information.

Additional information for applicants:

· All suitably qualified Aboriginal people are encouraged to apply for this position. This is a targeted position under GSE Rule 26. Where possible, affirmative action will be applied to support employment of eligible persons.

· This recruitment may be used to create an Eligibility List for similar roles in the future (ongoing or temporary).

· Western NSW is committed to creating a safe and accessible workplace that promotes diversity, inclusion and belonging. As a vibrant and diverse region, rich in community and culture, we welcome applications from all people to build a respectful workplace dedicated to delivering the best health outcomes for our community.

· To find out more about the remuneration and conditions, visit NSW Public Health System Awards

· For more information, visit a Guide to Employment with WNSWLHD