Looking for more than just a nursing job? Join the Refugee Health Service team as a as a Clinical Nurse Consultant and experience the unique opportunity to deliver care that truly matters – while living in one of Australia’s most beautiful and relaxed tropical regions. Make the move. Make a difference. The Cairns and Hinterland Hospital and Health Service covers a large geographic area with a diverse and growing population. The Health Service provides a wide range of primary care, acute and specialist services. Our staff are a part of the community we serve, and we strongly believe that health outcomes are enhanced by involving our community in the planning and evaluation of local health services. About us: We're committed to improving the health and wellbeing of people in Far North Queensland by providing high quality acute health care services. About you: In your new role you will…… Participate in risk management, safety and quality and evidence-based practice and research activities that support the provision of quality, cost effective care. Provide clinical leadership in problem solving, planning, and coordination of nursing at an advanced level including health promotion activities. Maintain accountability for the standard of culturally appropriate care delivered to families while providing support and direction to other community staff and health services. About your opportunity: In this position you will… Undertake clinical functions within the scope of the Refugee Health Service including coordination and implementation of assessment, planning, and evaluation of person-centred care. Collaborate with Centacare Teams and GP services in organising initial health assessment appointments and participating in plan of care follow up. Provide targeted health education to families. Participate in the effective management of vaccines As a Cairns and Hinterland Hospital and Health Service employee, not only will you receive competitive remuneration, you will also have access to: Generous superannuation Salary packaging Annual incremental increases Career training and development Flexible work arrangements Wellness programs Vaccine Preventable Diseases (VPD) evidence as required for your employment in accordance with legislation/government policy and Directives. For more information about this role, please refer to the attached Role Description. Why choose Cairns? Choose Cairns for your next career move - YouTube You can find out more about why it's so great to work at Cairns and Hinterland here: https://www.health.qld.gov.au/cairns_hinterland
