At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide advanced nursing care and support to patients in a collaborative team environment.
- Company: Join Mackay Hospital and Health Service, dedicated to quality healthcare across diverse regions.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive wages, flexible work arrangements, and professional development opportunities.
- Other info: Be part of a supportive team with unique experiences in regional healthcare.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in patient care while growing your nursing career.
- Qualifications: Must have nursing qualifications and a passion for patient-focused care.
The predicted salary is between 75600 - 92400 $ per year.
Mackay Hospital and Health Service is dedicated to delivering quality health care across the Mackay, Isaac, and Whitsunday regions. Join our growing Health Service and be part of a culture built on collaboration, trust, respect, and teamwork. Whether you're working in regional, rural or remote settings, we offer unique opportunities and experiences you won't find in a metropolitan hospital.
The Connected and Integrated Care Unit at the Sarina Hospital is seeking applications for a Clinical Nurse (Potentially Preventable Hospitalisations) to join their team on a permanent basis. For information on how to apply and the mandatory requirements for this role, please refer to the attached Role Description.
Your opportunity: The Clinical Nurse (CN) provides nursing services within the health service settings; and is responsible for a portfolio with a focus on clinical care/leadership, management, education and/or research. The activities are predominantly clinical in nature but also provide support to a Nurse Grade 7 or above in management activities. The CN provides advanced level clinical skills to ensure patient-focused evidence-based nursing care, plans and coordinates the clinical management of patient/client care and leadership and support to other nursing staff.
About The Team: Connected and Integrated Care Unit provides services that support patients to access timely services at the interface between hospital and community care and are comprised of Care in the Right Setting (CaRS), Better Cardiac Care (BCC), Potentially Preventable Hospitalisations Team (PPHT) and Together Strong Connected Care (TSCC).
- Care in the Right Setting (CaRS) provides a range of programs including Hospital in the Home (HiTH), Geriatric Evaluation and Management (+/- rehabilitation) (GEM/R HiTH), Residential Aged Care Support Service (RASS), Geriatric Emergency Department Intervention (GEDI), and Home Wards.
- Better Cardiac Care (BCC) provides Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people culturally safe, multidisciplinary support to help them manage heart disease and transition smoothly from the Mackay Base Hospital back into the community and prevent readmissions.
- Potentially Preventable Hospitalisations Team (PPHT) provides Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people with culturally safe, multidisciplinary proactive interventions and early disease management in the Sarina community.
About Our Hospital And Health Service: Mackay Hospital and Health Service has 6 hospitals, 2 multi-purpose health services and 4 community health centres that employ more than 3,500 staff. The district covers an area of approximately 90,000km2 and provides services to patients and their families in Bowen, Cannonvale, Clermont, Collinsville, Dysart, Glenden, Mackay, Middlemount, Moranbah, Proserpine and Sarina.
Some Of Our Great Benefits On Offer:
- Competitive wages, salary packaging and leave entitlements
- Flexible working arrangements
- A diverse work culture
- Career development
- Professional development opportunities
- Education opportunities, Study and Research
- Paid parental leave
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Discounted Private Health Insurance
- Fitness Passport
Occupational group: Health - Nursing
Clinical Nurse (Potentially Preventable Hospitalisations) - Connected and Integrated Care Unit in Mackay employer: Mackay Hospital and Health Service
Mackay Hospital and Health Service is an exceptional employer, offering a collaborative and supportive work culture that prioritises teamwork and respect. With a focus on professional development and career growth, employees benefit from flexible working arrangements, competitive wages, and a range of health and wellness programs. Working in the vibrant Mackay region provides unique opportunities to make a meaningful impact in diverse clinical settings, ensuring a rewarding experience for all staff.
Contact Details:
Mackay Hospital and Health Service Recruitment Team
