The Company
Old Bar Medical Centre is a rural medical practice located on the beautiful Mid-North Coast of NSW. Our Doctors have extensive experience in the management of both acute and chronic conditions as well as offering a number of minor procedures within the practice. We value exceptional clinical care above all else and seek to exceed the expectation of our patients whenever possible.
The Role
We are looking for a professional, enthusiastic and customer focussed candidate to contribute to our fantastic clinical team. The role offers mentorship, progression pathways and security so if you're looking to take the next step in your nursing career, please apply below.
Main duties and responsibilities
Perform clinical duties within required level of clinical competency, according to best available evidence. Assist doctors with clinical procedures whilst offering patient support and reassurance. Duties include patient triage, immunisations and other injections, wound management, chronic disease management, ECG’s and the collection of pathology samples. Clinical documentation must be succinct, pertinent and maintained to high standard in line with regulatory standards at all times.
Assist with data management, diagnostic services, networking with other providers, planning and management of patient care and patient advocacy. Phone patients with test results as directed by medical staff.
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Improvement of Patient Health Outcomes
Conduct preventative/screening procedures, assist with patient education and community health promotion activities. Co-ordinate patient recall and outreach programs. GP management plans and team care arrangements.
Escort patients home and provide home/hospital visits as required for monitoring & support, including antenatal and post-natal care and health assessments.
Ensure sterilisation and maintenance of clinical equipment. Maintain stocks of clinical supplies, including weekly stocktake, correct storage (such as refrigeration), removal of out of date stock and assist Practice Manager with ordering supplies. Provide input in purchasing relevant clinical equipment and supplies.
Maintain awareness of current and new legislation to ensure business is complying with all statutory and regulatory obligations including infection control, sterilisation, hazardous materials and safe handling/disposal of medical waste, records management, WH&S and accreditation. Ensure relevant personnel are kept informed and changes to systems / procedures are followed.
Act within the practice and nursing code of ethics and appropriate level of clinical competence at all times. Maintain awareness of current evidence and research on clinical practices and inform/educate other practice staff when required. Provide feedback to management team on any systems / processes that require updating to improve operational efficiency or comply with changes regulatory requirements.
Qualifications
Appropriate tertiary qualification and current AHPRA Registration is essential
Experience
- Minimum of one year nursing experience, preferably in a community-based role is essential
- Experience in infection control, CPR and emergency resuscitation techniques, use of equipment and drugs is essential
- Experience of delivering immunisation schedules, diabetes management, asthma management, enhanced primary care items is highly regarded
- Experience with Best Practice software, Windows and Microsoft office suite is also highly regarded
Skills & Competencies
- Patient focus approach: committed to providing exceptional patient care in service provision with genuine empathy and interest in the patients needs.
- Communication: the ability to communicate clearly and concisely, varying communication style depending upon the audience.
- Attention to detail: excellent attention to detail and written skills when communicating with others, both internally and externally.
- Commerciality: ability to apply knowledge in a practical, commercial manner.
- Teamwork: willingness to assist and support others as required and get on with team members.
- Time management/organisation: accomplish objectives effectively within time frame given and carry out allocated administrative duties in an efficient and timely manner.
- Knowledge and Compliance: abide by legislative and common law obligations affecting nursing. Follow practice and procedural guidelines Practice only within the limits of educational preparation and competence.
Personal Attributes
- Professional & proactive approach.
- Ability to work under pressure.
- Strong organisational and time management skills.
- Excellent attention to detail.
- Confident manner.
- Positive approach to change.
- Well presented, friendly and courteous.
- Demonstrated understanding of the needs of general practice and interest in community based nursing including patient education and health promotion.
Other
- A criminal record check with be required prior to commencement
- Immunisations or confirmation of immunity through serology testing in line with NSW Health recommendations will be required prior to commencement. Full details are available on request.
- The candidate must maintain the required physical & functional ability to undertake all duties and responsibilities
- Possession of current drivers license.
- Please note the role includes the potential for contact with hazardous material such as blood and body fluids.
This job description serves to illustrate the scope and responsibilities of the post and is not intended to be an exhaustive list of duties. You will be expected to perform other job-related tasks requested by management and as necessitated by the development of this role and the development of the business.
