Urgent Care Enrolled Nurse in Canberra

The Company

At ForHealth, we’re committed to delivering quality, accessible healthcare across Australia. With 95+ medical centres and a network of 1500+ independent practitioners, we provide 8+ million patient consultations annually. ForHealth is proud to be one of the industry leaders in providing Urgent Care: care for when it’s urgent but not an emergency.

The Role

We are looking for an Enrolled Nurse to join our Urgent Care Service. As a vital team member, you will provide high-quality, safe and efficient nursing support for urgent conditions that are not immediately life threatening. In collaboration with the Registered Nurses (RN), you will focus on ensuring all patients that present to the Urgent Care Service are given the appropriate care.

Your Responsibilities

• Create a welcoming, organized and efficient clinical environment- keeping the centre compliant, stocked and efficient supporting smooth daily operations.
• You’ll balance administrative responsibilities (40%) like Medicare billing, accurate coding, and meticulous documentation, with hands-on clinical work (60%) that directly impacts patient care.
• Be the friendly face patients rely on- greeting them warmly, assisting with appointment scheduling, and maintaining up-to-date registration details to ensure the best patient experience.
• Work alongside Registered Nurses to deliver exceptional care for injuries and illnesses, gaining valuable hands-on experience in a collaborative healthcare setting.
• Perform a variety of clinical care activities- from conducting detailed patient history assessments and administering medications to wound care, plastering and providing our patients with the essential education that empowers their recovery.
• Maintain Professional Standards and Safety- ensuring all care is delivered within your scope of practice and aligns with ForHealth’s policies thus creating a safe environment for both patients and staff.
• Support Patient guidance making sound assessments of inclusion and exclusion criteria.
• Document with precision and care- ensuring comprehensive, clear and accurate records that support ongoing patient treatment and quality care.
• Champion workplace health and safety by actively participating in safety initiatives, promptly reporting any incidents/hazards whilst fostering a secure and supportive work environment.

About You

• Current AHPRA registration as an Enrolled Nurse.
• Must be flexible and available evenings and weekends.
• Meet the minimum experience level in any one of the following: 3 years of experience as a Primary Care/General practice nurse OR 2 Years of experience in an Emergency Department/ similar setting OR 3 years of experience in Medical/Surgical, Orthopaedics or similar acute care areas.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, with excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, handle escalations, and collaborate with other healthcare professionals.
• A passion for patient-centred care and a personable approach.

Commitment to Child Safety

Urgent Care Network Australia is committed to maintaining a child-safe and inclusive environment. Successful candidates must comply with child safety policies and the Code of Conduct, complete mandatory child safety training on commencement and annually, and maintain professional standards that support the safety and wellbeing of children and vulnerable people.

What we offer

• Amazing health care perks which include: 20% off dental treatments for you and your family.
• Health insurance discounts.
• Fitness Passport – discounted gym benefits for you and your family.
• 24/7 access to a national leading Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Everyday savings on groceries, retail, utilities and more through the Flare benefits platform.
• Salary packaging options including novated leases for vehicles with running costs included.
• ForHealth Group branded uniforms provided.
• Free onsite parking at our Medical Centres.
• Ongoing training, development and support that includes a fantastic induction into Urgent Care.
• Better work-life balance - No more night shifts!

ForHealth Group is committed to diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from people with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander ancestry; disability; culturally and linguistically diverse groups; the LGBTIQA+ community; veterans; carers; refugees; and people of all ages.

ForHealth Group fosters a safe, respectful, and inclusive organisation culture which aims to eliminate behaviours that are unlawful and not in line with the 10 things that make us tick.