Registered Practice Nurse | Part-Time / Casual
Registered Practice Nurse | Part-Time / Casual
Power Road Medical Centre in Doveton, VIC 3177, is currently seeking aPart-Time or Casual Registered Practice Nursewithat least 1 year of experienceto join our friendly and supportive team.
About Us
Power Road Medical Centre is afamily-oriented, yet busy medical cliniclocated in the heart of Doveton. We are committed to providinghigh-quality healthcare and a welcoming experiencefor all our patients. Our services includebulk-billed consultations, skin cancer checks, and a range of general practice services.
About the Role
This is a casual / Part-time position with the opportunity to transition to a permanent role for the right candidate. The position offers flexibility while providing essential nursing support within our established and growing general practice.
As a valued member of our clinical team, you will play an important role in delivering high-quality, patient-centered care, supporting our doctors with clinical services, and contributing to the smooth and efficient operation of the practice.
You will have the opportunity to work with a diverse patient population in a supportive and professional environment, while becoming an integral part of a team committed to providing excellent healthcare and positive patient experiences.
Key Responsibilities
As a Practice Nurse, you will play an integral role in supporting our doctors and delivering high-quality, patient-centered care to our patients. Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
- Conduct and assist with Chronic Disease Management and Care Planning, including patient follow-up and ongoing care coordination.
- Conduct comprehensive Patient Health Assessments and support preventive healthcare initiatives.
- Assist GPs with iron infusions, including patient preparation, monitoring and post-procedure care.
- Administer adult and paediatric immunisations and vaccinations in accordance with clinical guidelines and practice protocols.
- Administer travel vaccinations and provide appropriate patient education.
- Provide wound assessment, management and dressing changes, including ongoing care and follow-up.
- Conduct and assist with ear irrigation and other treatment room procedures as required.
- Assist GPs with minor surgical procedures, including preparation, patient support and post-procedure care.
- Maintain high standards of infection prevention and control, including treatment-room preparation and clinical hygiene.
- Undertake patient triage, recalls and reminder management to support timely and appropriate patient care.
- Manage clinical stock ordering and inventory control, ensuring adequate supplies are maintained efficiently.
- Participate in Quality Improvement activities and contribute to the continuous improvement of clinical services and patient care.
- Provide general clinical and nursing support to GPs and the broader medical and administrative team as required.
What We’re Looking For
We are seeking a dedicated, reliable and patient-focused Registered Nurse (RN) who meets the following requirements:
- Current unrestricted AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse (RN).
- Valid Australian citizenship, permanent residency or appropriate working rights/visa.
- Current CPR and Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
- Evidence of appropriate immunisation including COVID-19,
- Minimum 1 year of experience in general practice or a similar healthcare setting
- Strong clinical knowledge and nursing skills, with demonstrated competency in patient assessment and clinical interventions.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport with patients from diverse backgrounds.
- Strong organisational and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritise tasks effectively in a busy GP environment.
- Flexibility and willingness to work casual / parttime rostered shifts, with the potential to transition to a permanent position for the right candidate.
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