We are seeking a WOUND CARE NURSE to work in a part time (48 hours/fortnight) capacity based at NHILL.
RENUMERATION:
Nurses and Midwives (Victorian Public Health Sector) Single Interest Employer Enterprise Agreement 2024-2028.
Estimated Salary Range - Grade 5 Clinical Nurse Consultant C - ZA8 (Year 2) (or level dependent on experiences/qualifications - $84,950 to $86,960.
ABOUT THE ROLE:
The Wound Care Nurse is responsible for maximising positive patient outcomes by implementing best practices in skin integrity and pressure injury prevention and management across West Wimmera Health Service.
This includes overseeing dressings and wound care, and acting as a liaison with specialists and external organisations.
KEY SELECTION CRITERIA
Essential:
Current or eligible for registration as a Registered Nurse with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
Post Graduate qualification in Wound Management.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively, both independently and as part of a multi-disciplinary health team and in collaboration with groups and individuals.
Excellent interpersonal skills, particularly the ability to respond to the client in a sensitive manner and adhere to issues of confidentiality.
Desirable:
Conservative Sharp Wound Debridement Certificate.
Demonstrated experience supervising staff or students.
Understanding the guidelines with the various funding streams to capture the most appropriate funding source for the therapeutic services delivered.
Required Capabilities:
Provides coordination, advanced expertise, supervision or frontline leadership.
Demonstrated understanding of, or commitment to, delivering responsive services in a rural and regional context.
Mandatory Employment Requirements:
NDIS Worker Screening Clearance.
Working with Children Check.
Fully vaccinated (including influenza) as per current Department of Health Directives.
Australian Driver’s Licence.
KEY RESPONSBILITIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES:
Advanced and current clinical knowledge, skills, and experience in wound management.
Demonstrated ability to develop, deliver, and evaluate clinical care.
Strong understanding of evidence-based practice, with the ability to monitor and evaluate care outcomes.
Ability to provide comprehensive wound management education to staff, clients, carers, and the wider community.
HOW TO APPLY: If you wish to apply and be considered for this role, please submit the following information in one document:
Your resume, including a comprehensive employment history, the qualifications you hold and the contact details of three manager/supervisor referees.
A cover letter outlining your suitability for the role.
Response to the Key Selection Criteria found above, using recent examples of your experiences.