• Location: 10 Tongala Ave, Cummeragunja 2731
• Hours: Up to 33 hours per week

Description:

We are currently seeking a Practice/Registered Nurse to join our team to provide a range of clinical services to CHADAC clients and to promote health education programs with a key focus to support the GP clinic.

Key Selection Criteria:

• Current registration with Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency (AHPRA)
• A demonstrated knowledge of Aboriginal communities and cultures and an understanding of the issues, particularly in the health area which are affecting Aboriginal people and a demonstrated ability to communicate sensitively and effectively with Aboriginal people.
• Collect and maintain accurate patient information and medical records using Communicare and other designated software programs.
• Consult with CHADAC staff and the General Practitioner to develop and implement protocols, procedures, systems, and client registers to support chronic disease management and clinical pathways.
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience in using computers and particularly with Microsoft Suite and a demonstrated understanding of medical software
• Participate in the development of strong and collaborative links with service providers (internal and external) to improve the health status of families and the community on a multidisciplinary basis.
• At least 2 years post graduate experience
• Demonstrated experience in providing acute and chronic care in a primary health care setting

Duties include

(Please see position description for full details):

• Provide culturally appropriate primary health care, health assessment, early intervention, case management, health promotion and health education within a team environment.
• Organising & referring clients for Home Medication Reviews & supporting clients who attend the clinic for medication management
• Provide prompt and appropriate interventions to individuals and the community who have identified health problems to maintain or improve their health and well-being.
• Collect and maintain accurate patient information and medical records using Communicare and other designated software programs.
• Consult with Viney Morgan staff and the General Practitioner to develop and implement protocols, procedures, systems, and client registers to support chronic disease management and clinical pathways.
• Any other duties as directed by the CEO.

For further information or for any queries please contact Belinda Day, CEO, on 03 5869 3343.

A position description is attached.