Job description

ABOUT THE COMPANY

Fresh Start is a non-for-profit day hospital based in Subiaco. Fresh Start concentrates on detox and developing a drug-free lifestyle. Through their unique and comprehensive approach to drug and alcohol treatment, they have helped over 14,000 people and their families out of the vicious cycle of addiction.

They are rapidly growing and are now seeking a Registered Nurse or Enrolled Nurse to join the team on a casual basis, with flexible hours provided for the right candidate.

ABOUT THE ROLE

As a Registered Nurse or Enrolled Nurse, you will be responsible for providing a high standard of nursing care within a residential environment.

• Ensure nursing care is delivered in a safe and effective manner
• Establish a compassionate environment by providing emotional, psychological and spiritual support to the client and their support person/family
• Liaise and collaborate with other community agencies regarding clinical management of the client
• Maintain close professional relationships with stakeholders in the healthcare system
• Provide pathology services such as urine drug screens and venepuncture
• Attend to wound care and safe administration of medication
• Liaise with appropriate health care professionals to deliver quality care to the clients
• Ensure that clinical records reflect care, in line with all accreditation standards and legislative requirements
• Commit to ongoing professional development through participation in internal and external courses as appropriate.

The above is not an exhaustive list of duties. You will be expected to perform different tasks as required in order to meet the overall objectives of the organisation.

The role requires the successful candidate to be available anytime between Monday – Friday between 9 AM and 3 PM (on a casual basis).

ABOUT YOU

Ideal Skills

Have:

• Current registration with AHPRA (Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency) as a Division One Nurse or Division Two Nurse
• At least one year’s post-graduate experience as a Registered Nurse within an AOD settings
• Currently knowledge of OH&S Practices (highly regarded, but not essential)
• Have experience in Phlebotomy
• Excellent written & verbal communication and administration skills
• Good clinical report writing skills
• Strong computer literacy
• Demonstrated understanding of confidentiality regarding patient and clinical information
• Well-developed interpersonal communication skills and a committed team player but always able to work independently as the role dictates
• Respect for confidentiality
• Willingness to support Fresh Start’s approach and programmes
• Driver’s License

Ability to:

• Communicate efficiently with other people within the organisation
• Work both independently and as part of a team while being proactive and showing initiative

The successful applicant will be subject to Federal Police Clearance.

Fresh Start is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage Indigenous Australians and people with lived experience to apply for this position.

HOW TO APPLY

If this opportunity is of interest to you:

• Apply Now
• Send us a one-page cover letter telling us why you are the right fit for this role
• Attach a CV outlining your experience and qualification

We will not consider your application without a cover letter.

CONTACT DETAILS
Madhuri Vellayan
08 6377 7609

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent, Casual

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Application Question(s):

• Are you willing to undergo a pre-employment medical check?

Experience:

• Registered nurse: 1 year (Preferred)

Licence/Certification:

• AHPRA registration (Required)
• current Police Check (National Police Certificate) (Preferred)

Work Authorisation:

• Australia (Preferred)

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