About the Department:
The Department of Education (DoE) is committed to giving all children a great start, engaging young people in learning, creating safe and inclusive workplaces and investing in communities for a stronger Queensland.
Our human rights commitment is to create a stronger, fairer Queensland by respecting, protecting and promoting human rights in everything we do. Our objectives are: A great start for all children, every student. Our vision is one of equity and excellence in a progressive, high performing education system that realises the potential of every student.
About the Role:
State schools registered nurses play a pivotal role in connecting schools with health specialists to create a safe supportive environment for students with health needs.
Using advanced critical thinking and clinical decision-making skills, they provide tailored services to primary, secondary and special schools breaking down barriers to enhance wellbeing and bridging the gap between health care and education.
Other responsibilities:
Form strategic partnerships with schools, health professionals and families as part of a multi-disciplinary team
Build school staff health support confidence through in-service education and training scenarios
Support capability building, curriculum planning, resource development and school improvement initiatives
Develop evidence informed methodology to effectively implement across Queensland state schools
Develop individual and emergency health plans to support students in education settings
Consult stakeholders to enhance professional decision making and nursing practices
Maintain and build safe, quality, effective nursing professional networks
Form partnerships with other health professionals to improve collaborative practice
Analyse policies, procedures, legislation, codes and standards to continuously improve service delivery
Provide High level consultation and ensure students, parents/carers, and staff are part of the decision making at every stage
Actively participate in professional development and reflective practice across a multi-disciplinary sector that values your contribution
For more information, please see the attached Role Description
What you can expect in return:
Pay parity in line with the Nurses and Midwives (Queensland Health and Department of Education) certified agreement (EB11) 2022
Salary sacrificing in line with Department of Education benefits
12.75% super contributions
Flexible work arrangements dependent on school service requests
No shift work and additional time off benefits including potential for school holiday leave
Collegial networking opportunities.
In addition to the great benefits listed above you will also receive:
Comprehensive induction program
Professional development relevant to the role
Structured/Continuous professional supervision
Peer support from other State schools registered nurses across Queensland
Submit Your Application:
Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant work history)
Attach a 2-page written statement in response to the attached role description.
We welcome all applicants to share any support needed to ensure our recruitment process is inclusive.
Applications remain current for 12 months from the closing date and may be considered for appointment to identical or similar vacancies within the Department.
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