Multiple Fixed Term positions available (Special Projects) until 30th September 2021 with potential for extension based on funding + Nurses and Midwives Agreement 2016-2020 + Classification dependent on experience (YP3-YP11 $32.21 - $45.49 per hour)Play an integral clinical support role in C-19 initiative as part of the ARC TeamBenefit from on-going employee development, as well as exposure to a continuous improvement philosophyAbout UsIPC Health is a not for profit community health organisation, predominantly funded by the Department of Health and Human Services. We work in partnership with local communities in the Western Metropolitan Region of Melbourne to provide responsive, interconnected health and community services. Working together for excellence, service enhancement and innovation, we are dedicated to the continued improvement of the health and wellbeing of individuals and the community. IPC Health is an equal opportunity employer and encourages individuals of diverse backgrounds including but not limited to, applicants from the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, Culturally and Linguistically Diverse and LGBTI communities to apply. About the roleJoin the dynamic ARC (Acute Resuscitation Clinic) team as a Registered Nurse where you will be responsible for undertaking triage and screening of patients. Perform Covid-19 screening and testing under current DHHS guidelines and recommendations as well as IPC Health operational guidelines. Support and advise clients regarding management of respiratory illness including isolation requirements. Provide high quality patient care whilst practicing a high standard of Infection and Prevention Control. Within this role, you will be providing care and treatment including identification and management of acute illness and referrals or transport for tertiary care. In addition, you will support families and significant others to remain safe and adhere to isolation requirements as appropriate.Working closely with Nursing Assistants and other team members on the testing sites, you will provide supervision to such team members to ensue correct use of PPE and adherence to infection control measure, clinical workflows and OHS site requirements.Multiple positions are available for this role and there is flexibility to commit to either a Part Time or Full Time Fixed Term opportunity (Special Projects) until 30th September 2021. This position is classified under the Nurses And Midwives (Victorian Public Health Sector) (Single Interest Employers) Enterprise Agreement 2016-2020.This position will be based at various testing sites and will require you to be available on some weekends. About youYou will be an AHPRA Registered Nurse with demonstrated clinical experience within a GP or hospital environment. In addition, your working experience enables your capacity to work collaboratively with diverse communities providing social and mental health support. You will be possess a strong understanding in best practice infection prevention and control measure. You are a highly adaptive team player with the ability to work within fast paced environments. Experience within a COVID-19 testing environment will be advantageous. Applications close on 20th May 2021To be considered for the role you must submit a Cover Letter, CV and response to the Key Selection Criteria outlined in the position description available on IPC Health's Careers page. Sofi MilenkovskiSenior Manager Clinical Services0419 395 403 We are committed to maintaining a barrier-free environment for all and welcome individuals of diverse backgrounds, including but not limited to, those from the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, Culturally and Linguistically Diverse and the LGBTI communities to apply for our job opportunities.If you require a reasonable workplace adjustment to support you during the interview process please email people.culture@ipchealth.com.au with your request. Reasonable workplace adjustments are changes that are necessary and achievable to enable a person to efficiently perform their role to the best of their abilities. A reasonable workplace adjustment can be requested at any time in the recruitment process or as a part of employment with IPC Health. Position Description - C-19 Testing Clinics Nurse
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Melbourne
