Practice Nurse | Tropical Paradise of The Whitsundays

Full time Nursing – General Practice

Job Description

Cannonvale Medical Centre now has an opportunity for a Practice Nurse to join their friendly, multidisciplinary team in the Whitsundays on a part or, full time basis, rostered to suit the needs of the clinic and allow a work life balance.

Reporting to the Practice Centre Manager, you will be required to work as part of a team delivering coordinated and comprehensive Primary Health and some low level emergency care to patients and the wider community, when needed.

Some of your key responsibilities will include:

  • Providing professional, evidence-based primary healthcare to individuals, families and communities;
  • Delivering health promotion and education activities, coordinating assigned health programs (i.e; Chronic Condition or Maternal and Child Health);
  • Taking a holistic approach to assessing clients, supporting patients to understand their condition, treatment and prevention strategies;
  • Working in consultation with the multidisciplinary health care team to streamline an integrated patient journey across all providers.

Please note: It is a requirement that successful candidates hold a current AHPRA registration.


What you'll need to be successful

To be successful, you will be currently registered with AHPRA as either an Enrolled Nurse or a Registered Nurse and have demonstrated post-graduate experience in the delivery of comprehensive primary health care, including ideally some emergency care.

You'll have solid understanding of good clinical practice and rural/remote health care, with demonstrated experience in a wide range of practical nursing duties and procedures, as well as knowledge of relevant legislation that governs nursing practice.

Importantly, you'll be a collaborative team player with outstanding communication and interpersonal skills, and the ability to adapt your communication style to work effectively with people from a wide range of cultures and backgrounds.

About the Benefits

Cannonvale Medical Centre is an organisation that truly values its team, and is committed to improving employee knowledge, skills and experience. This role is a highly attractive opportunity for someone with a desire to develop their professional knowledge and experience in the area of Primary healthcare

While you will face diverse new challenges in the role, you will also enjoy an interactive and inclusive team environment.

This is an excellent opportunity to develop your skills, advance your career and enhance your cultural knowledge in a stunning location. Make a positive difference — Please click the Apply Now button or call Marama on 045 100 6200 for a confidential discussion about your next career move.