CLINICAL NURSE - QUALITY AND RISK / INFECTION CONTROL

• Part-time – 0.8 EFT
• Onsite Parking available
• Registered Nurse Level 2
  Are you an excellent multi-tasker and a skilled nurse looking for your next career move? The Victoria Clinic is looking for a suitably qualified nurse to work in our facility in this dual role.

ABOUT US

From early 2023, the number of single rooms available for inpatients has increased and is currently a 115 patient-bed, expanding our ability to provide mental health support to the community.
Located on Malvern Road in Prahran, The Victoria Clinic is a private psychiatric facility that specialises in the provision of high-quality inpatient and outpatient mental health services.
Being part of the local community has distinct advantages for our patients. We are committed to providing healthcare services in a safe and supportive environment that allows patients to be treated close to home and with the support of their family and friends.
The Victoria Clinic offers a supportive and friendly environment with professional development opportunities. It is close to public transport; onsite parking is available and is close to Chapel Street restaurants and shopping.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

The position is responsible for providing support for the Quality/Risk and Infection Control programs to compliment the strategic direction, daily operational processes and the continual achievement of accreditation for the hospital.
Reporting to the Quality, Risk and Infection Control Manager you will assist in the implementation, monitoring and evaluation of Quality and Infection Control procedures, practices and standards. You will work closely with members of the multidisciplinary team and participate in relevant committees to collect and collate data, key performance indicators (KPIs) and infection control clinical indicators. You will have sound knowledge of National Quality Safety Healthcare Standards (NSQHS) and ACHS Accreditation System and experience in supporting clinical teams to meet required standards. The position will also conduct clinical audits, monitoring and surveillance as required.
You will undertake direct patient care as required providing guidance and support to less experienced members of the nursing team. You will be a confident practitioner able to provide education and training to staff on relevant topics

When you join Healthscope, you become part of our Community of Care. Our people are at the heart of our organisation - no matter the role, every day our people make a difference to the lives of our patients and their families. As the only national private hospital operator and healthcare provider in Australia, our 39 sites are supported by our central Support Office, enabling them to provide an exceptional experience for the communities we care for.

• Flexibility to work across one or multiple hospitals across our network.
• Discounted health insurance
• Continuous professional development, education & support provided to encourage growt