Summary:
Part-time opportunity to join our highly respected, multidisciplinary Women’s Health Clinic in Melbourne CBD, supporting our dedicated and passionate clinicians and delivering high-quality women’s health care.
About us:
Jean Hailes for Women’s Health (“Jean Hailes”) is a national not-for-profit organisation dedicated to empowering women to enjoy their best health and wellbeing at every life stage. We work with and alongside others to inform, influence and support all women, and we recognise the need for additional support for women facing the most significant social, cultural and structural barriers to good health and wellbeing. We achieve change through four strategic pillars: health information, advocacy, clinical expertise and partnerships. Our vision is an Australia in which gender has no influence on health and wellbeing outcomes.
About the role:
The Practice Nurse supports the day-to-day delivery of high-quality clinical services, and reports to the Nurse Coordinator:
- Assist with medical procedures including IUD insertions, Colposcopy and biopsies, and provide post procedure support and assistance to patients as required
- Phone consultations with patients to provide support and education relevant to the patient’s needs in the specialised area of women’s health. This includes a wide range of medical concerns and questions.
- Communication of pathology and other test results to patients including follow ups as required
- Coordinating patient reminders and recalls as directed by clinicians
- Liaising with relevant stakeholders such as pathology groups, radiology and other medical providers
- Sterilization, Infection Control, OH&S compliance completed within appropriate timeframes and in accordance with relevant Australian Standards and Legislation
- Supporting the nursing team and multi-disciplinary team in clinic to meet varying demands as required.
- Participate in compliance with all Risk Management and Quality Control practices
- Ensure adherence to personal scope of practice as a Registered Nurse
About You
Essential Criteria
- Qualified RN Div 1 with current registration with APHRA, with relevant experience in Practice Nursing and knowledge of sterilisation techniques
- Passionate about women’s health
- Excellent time management, communication and interpersonal skills
- Strong commitment to patient care
- Good knowledge of women’s health issues and organisations supporting women’s health in Australia
- Well-developed computer skills including MS Office Suite
- Excellent written and oral communication skills including the ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from internal and external stakeholders
- Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
Desirable Criteria
- Study and/or experience in the specialised area of women’s health, health promotion principles and health behaviour.
- Having completed the free online Jean Hailes courses for Nurses & Midwives.
- Certified Nurse Cervical Screening Provider
- Experience in Best Practice and HotDoc, or equivalent clinic management software advantageous Well-developed computer skills including MS Office Suite
Why work at Jean Hailes:
- A supportive and inclusive workplace culture
- Ongoing learning and development in Women’s Health
- Access to generous salary packaging of up to $18,550 per FBT year. Find out more information about this benefit from our salary packing provider here: https://www.salary.com.au/available-benefits
Application process:
Jean Hailes is an Equal Employment Opportunity provider and understands the importance of diversity and inclusion. We recognize that everyone has the right to an equitable, safe and productive environment and to be treated with dignity and respect. We welcome applications from all people regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, cultural background, disability or sexual orientation. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.
Applications should include resume and a cover letter detailing your suitability for the role in including your ability to fulfil the key responsibilities and requirements as to why you would be a great addition to our team. The full position description is available here: https://www.jeanhailes.org.au/about/employment
Please note, applications will be reviewed as they are submitted, and interviews may commence before the job advertisement closes. As such, please beware the job advertisement may close earlier if role is filled.
