Job description
About the Organisation
The Derbarl Yerrigan Health Service (DYHS) was established in 1974 and is the largest Aboriginal community-controlled health service provider in Western Australia, providing care to over 20,000 Aboriginal patients across four clinics in East Perth, Mirrabooka, Maddington and Midland. Our staff enable the delivery of culturally responsive primary health services, focusing on prevention, early intervention, comprehensive care and care coordination including chronic disease management.
About the Benefits
A competitive salary commensurate with relevant qualifications, skills and experience is on offer for the right candidate. Other entitlements include:
- Salary packaging up to $15,900
- Study leave
- Employee Assistance Program
- 12 days of personal leave per year
- NAIDOC Day holiday
- Personalised professional development opportunities
About the role
We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled Enrolled Nurse to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing high-quality nursing care to patients in a variety of healthcare settings. The Enrolled Nurse will work under the supervision of a Registered Nurse and will be responsible for assisting with patient care, administering medications, and monitoring patient progress.
Responsibilities
The primary responsibility of our Enrolled Nurses is to provide holistic and culturally appropriate services to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander families, individuals and community groups within DYSHAC. Our Enrolled Nurses (EN) within DYHSAC assist in arranging and coordinating health care in line with best practice model of care for chronic disease and ensure health assessments are provided to clients. The responsibilities include but not limited to:
- Provide nursing care to patients in a variety of healthcare settings
- Administer medications and treatments as prescribed by a physician or Registered Nurse
- Monitor patient progress and report any changes to the Registered Nurse
- Assist with patient assessments and develop care plans
- Provide emotional support to patients and their families
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records
- Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to ensure the best possible patient outcomes.
- Adhere to all healthcare regulations and standards.
A copy of the Job Description can be obtained by contacting People Services Team via email – [email protected] using the subject line: Enrolled Nurse enquiry via EthicalJobs.
SELECTION CRITERIA
Essential:
- Current Registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency as an EN.
- Experience working with Aboriginal/Torres Strait Islander People or an understanding and appreciation of Aboriginal culture.
- Demonstrated understanding of the complexity of Aboriginal Health issues.
- Experience in Chronic Disease Management of clients.
- Demonstrated effective written and oral communication skills.
- Demonstrated understanding and knowledge of Quality Assurance process.
- Ability to take a leadership role within a team.
- Highly developed negotiation and problems solving skills.
- Demonstrated commitment to disseminating knowledge and skills.
- Current Senior First Aid certificate.
- Willingness to undergo Drug and Alcohol testing as required by the employer.
- Knowledge of Occupational Health & Safety, Industrial Relations and Equal Employment Opportunity Legislation.
- Computer literacy skills.
Desirable:
- Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander.
- Post registration qualification in a relevant area.
- Ability to perform venesection.
- Knowledge and understanding of infection control procedures.
- Willingness to participate in performance management.
- Medicare items associated with Chronic Disease Management of clients.
- An Immunisation certificate.
Appointment Pre-requisites
Provision of the minimum identity proofing requirements
- Successful Criminal Record Screening Clearance
- Successful Pre-Employment Health Assessment
- Successful Working with Children Check
- Evidence of a current C or C-A Class driver’s licence or other specialised licence class
How to Apply
Please apply via the “Apply Now” button, applications must include:
- Current Resume including current contact details; and
- Cover letter addressing the selection criteria (2 pages maximum) outlining your suitability for the role.
Derbarl Yerrigan Health Service Aboriginal Corporation is an equal opportunity institution, providing educational and employment opportunities without regard to race, colour, gender, age, or disability.
Derbarl Yerrigan Health Service reserves the right to contact the current or most recent employer and evaluate past employment records of applicants selected for interview.
The organisation reserves the right to re-advertise the position or to delay final selection if it is deemed that applicants for the position do not constitute an adequate applicant pool.
Derbarl Yerrigan Health Service Aboriginal Corporation is committed to a smoke free environment across all buildings, grounds and vehicles.