Clinic Nurse - Strathpine at IUIH

Strathpine, Queensland, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

24 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

23 Feb, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Clinical Assessments, Triage, Treatment, Follow-up Care, Chronic Condition Support, Care Planning, Vaccination Administration, Referral Coordination, Health Promotion, Early Intervention, Preventive Programs, Clinical Record Keeping, Evidence-Based Practice, Quality Improvement, Cultural Safety, Primary Health Care

Industry

Health and Human Services

Description

Join an Organisation dedicated to Closing the Gap in Indigenous Health About us Moreton ATSICHS operates a growing network of healthcare clinics for local Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. Our model of care provides holistic health and wellbeing services to support our Community across their lifespan. We bring together primary care, allied health, dental, mental health and wellbeing, maternity and early childhood, disability services, specialist services, and aged care as one team focussed on clients’ individual needs and goals. We are an integrated team working together to improve the health and wellbeing of our Community. Our network is growing across Caboolture, Morayfield, Strathpine, Deception Bay, and Margate – now there’s an opportunity for you to be part of a great team making a real difference in people’s lives. About the role The Clinic Nurse provides culturally safe, high-quality primary health care in an Urban Indigenous Health service. Working closely with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander individuals, families and communities, the role focuses on respectful, strengths-based care that supports the health and wellbeing of the community. As part of a multidisciplinary team, the Clinic Nurse undertakes clinical assessments, triage, treatment and follow-up care across all age groups. The role includes supporting people with chronic conditions, assisting with care planning, administering vaccinations and medications, coordinating referrals, and responding to urgent or acute health needs. The Clinic Nurse also contributes to health promotion, early intervention and preventive programs that reflect community priorities. The role involves maintaining accurate clinical records, following evidence-based practice and supporting quality improvement across the service. Above all, the Clinic Nurse fosters trust and cultural safety, working in genuine partnership with the community to improve health outcomes. Your day to day duties may include: Provide routine screening services to patients including blood pressures, blood sugar levels, temperatures, urine testing (routine and pregnancy tests), weight, length and head circumference (in children under three). Provide treatment and care to patient under the direction of the doctor including immunization of children under five years old against childhood diseases as by the doctor. Maintain accurate client records, including the collection and collation of statistical information in order to forecast demand for services and allocation of budgets. Primary responsibility for monitoring and ensuring maintenance of cold chain systems and other medical storage systems & clinical equipment. Liaise and coordinate treatment, care and follow up through consultation with other sections in the centre, hospitals and agencies. About you Current C Class Drivers Licence (QLD) AHPRA Registration Bachelor of Nursing Qualification Current CPR Certificate What we offer At IUIH we recognise that we operate in a diverse community and welcome and encourage applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally and linguistically diverse groups, the LGBTIQ+ community, veterans, refugees, and people with disability. At IUIH ‘Our Collectivity is Our Strength’. Work as a valued member of a multi-disciplinary team to improve the health outcomes of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander clients. We are a diverse and inclusive workplace that invites applications from all people. Be part of Australia’s largest community controlled Aboriginal Health Service. Access to “Growing Our Own Opportunities” through in-house training and programs. Weekly Staff Wellness activities and all staff ‘Gather and Grow’ yarns and award ceremonies. Competitive salary plus salary sacrifices of $15,899 12% Super contribution To find out more about our services, Community, and work life, visit moretonatsichs.org.au IUIH is a Community Controlled Health Service (CCHS) that leads the planning, development and delivery of health, family wellbeing and social support services to the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander population of South East Queensland. IUIH is working with our Member CCHSs to improve the health, wellbeing and economic independence of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in South East Queensland, the largest and fastest growing Indigenous population in Australia.

Responsibilities

The Clinic Nurse provides culturally safe, high-quality primary health care, focusing on respectful, strengths-based care for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander individuals and families. Duties include clinical assessments, triage, treatment, chronic condition support, administering vaccinations, coordinating referrals, and contributing to health promotion programs.