Description:
Explore Outback Queensland with Central West Health – discover what you could do!
We are recruiting to Clinical Nurse (Renal). Join us today and make a difference!
· Permanent Part-time – Nurse Grade 6
· $54.44 - $58.30 per hour
· Rural and remote experience
ABOUT THE ROLE
The purpose of this role is to provide specialised renal nursing skills and services in the Central West Renal Unit at Longreach Hospital, Central West Hospital and Health Service.
Central West Renal Unit will provide sustainable and integrated renal services in a networked approach to care delivery underpinned by a collaborative partnership with Central Queensland Hospital and Health Service (CQHHS). As the only Clinical Services Capability Framework Level five facility within CQHHS and CWHHS, the Rockhampton Renal Unit, as the hub of the CQHHS Renal Service will provide renal support to CWHHS inclusive of the Longreach Dialysis Unit. Longreach will be included within the existing CQHHS satellite haemodialysis service model, supporting sustainability, feasibility and equitable access to kidney care for the peoples of both HHSs.
The clinical nurse (nurse grade 6) provides expert clinical knowledge and renal nursing care for consumers with End Stage Renal Failure requiring haemodialysis, and supports the objectives of the Central West Renal Service through role modelling and application of the principles of contemporary evidence-based person focused care, education, leadership.
SKILLS & EXPERIENCE
· Appointment to this position requires proof of qualification and registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (NMBA) as a Registered Nurse (RN). Certified copies of the required information must
· Mandatory: Bachelor of Nursing or equivalent is a mandatory qualification for this position.
· Highly Desirable:
- possession of a relevant postgraduate qualification or evidence of enrolment in professional development programs.
- Post graduate experience: minimum of 4 years’ experience in a relevant clinical environment is highly desirable.
BENEFITS
· generous employer superannuation contribution up to 12.75%;
· salary packaging to increase your take home pay;
· 17.5% annual leave loading;
· career development opportunities;
· CWH provided housing or rental assistance
ABOUT CENTRAL WEST HEALTH
We are responsible for the delivery of healthcare services to communities across a vast region to 20.6 percent of Queensland. As a rural and remote hospital and health service, Central West Health provides a range of community, primary and hospital-based services and has formed strong partnerships with other service providers to collectively support the holistic care to the people of the Central West.
OUR PURPOSE
Drawing on the resilience and resourcefulness of our experienced and committed people, we work collaboratively to overcome distance. Working with our partners within and outside the healthcare system we go the distance to make a difference in the lives of the people in our care. We combine our knowledge and experience with an entrepreneurial spirit which is uniquely part of the Central West. Whether it’s championing proactive health programs for our many communities or enhancing our emergency responsiveness, we are dedicated to delivering the best possible outcomes.
CONTACT
Sue Bardon, A/Director of Nursing, Longreach Hospital
Phone: (07) 4658 4737
Apply here: CW5D633051
APPLICATIONS CLOSE: Sunday, 11th May 2025