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Townsville Health Service District Outstanding People – Genuine Care – Incredible Location ROLE DESCRIPTION Job ad reference: Role title: Registered Nurse Status: full-time, part-time, casual Unit/Branch: Division/District: Townsville Health Service District Location: Classification level: Nurse Grade 5 Salary level: Closing date: Contact: Telephone: Online applications: www.health.qld.gov.au/workforus or http://smartjobs.govnet.qld.gov.au Fax application: Post application: Deliver application: About our organisation Queensland Health’s mission is ‘creating dependable health care and better health for all Queenslanders’. Within the context of this organisation, there are four core values that guide our behaviour: Caring for People: Demonstrating commitment and consideration for people in the way we work. Leadership: We all have a role to play in leadership by communicating a vision, taking responsibility and building trust among colleagues. Respect: Showing due regard for the feelings and rights of others. Integrity: Using official positions and power properly. Purpose of role Provide direct nursing care utilising clinical skills, education and support to patients/clients and nursing staff within the Unit to ensure the provision of best practice and quality patient care. Staffing and budget responsibilities This position supervises enrolled nurses, assistants in nursing and nursing students as a member of the nursing team. Key accountabilities Fulfil the accountabilities of this role in accordance with Queensland Health’s core values, as outlined above. Provide clinical skills, support and education to patients/clients and nursing staff within the Unit to ensure the provision of best practice and quality patient care. Qualifications/Professional registration/Other requirements * Registration with the Queensland Nursing Council and possession of a current practising certificate * Appointees will required to work all shifts in accordance with the unit roster, which may include participation in an on-call roster.

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Townsville Health Service District

Outstanding People – Genuine Care – Incredible Location

ROLE DESCRIPTION

Job ad reference: Role title: Registered Nurse Status: full-time, part-time, casual Unit/Branch: Division/District:

Townsville Health Service District

Location: Classification level: Nurse Grade 5 Salary level: Closing date: Contact: Telephone: Online applications: www.health.qld.gov.au/workforus or http://smartjobs.govnet.qld.gov.au Fax application: Post application: Deliver application:

About our organisation Queensland Health’s mission is ‘creating dependable health care and better health for all Queenslanders’. Within the context of this organisation, there are four core values that guide our behaviour: • Caring for People: Demonstrating commitment and consideration for people in the way we work. • Leadership: We all have a role to play in leadership by communicating a vision, taking responsibility and

building trust among colleagues. • Respect: Showing due regard for the feelings and rights of others. • Integrity: Using official positions and power properly. Purpose of role Provide direct nursing care utilising clinical skills, education and support to patients/clients and nursing staff within the Unit to ensure the provision of best practice and quality patient care. Staffing and budget responsibilities This position supervises enrolled nurses, assistants in nursing and nursing students as a member of the nursing team. Key accountabilities • Fulfil the accountabilities of this role in accordance with Queensland Health’s core values, as outlined

above. • Provide clinical skills, support and education to patients/clients and nursing staff within the Unit to

ensure the provision of best practice and quality patient care. Qualifications/Professional registration/Other requirements * Registration with the Queensland Nursing Council and possession of a current practising certificate * Appointees will required to work all shifts in accordance with the unit roster, which may include participation in an on-call roster.

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Key skill requirements/competencies Patient Focus Consistently and enthusiastically delivers high levels of patient service to exceed patients’

expectations. Team Focus Supports and respects team members, communicating effectively and demonstrating a

commitment to the team. Work Ethics Demonstrate strong self management skills, a commitment to nursing and flexibility to

adapt to unexpected changes. Quality Focus Knowledge of and a demonstrated commitment to quality processes and evidence based

practices, identifying areas for improvement and contributing to these improvements. Work Values Demonstrates honesty, integrity and respect for all patients, carers and staff. How to apply Please provide the following information for the panel to assess your suitability: • A short response (maximum 1–2 pages) on how your experience, abilities and knowledge would enable

you to achieve the key accountabilities and meet the key skill requirements. • Your current CV or résumé, including referees. Referees should have a thorough knowledge of your

work performance and conduct, and it is preferable to include your current/immediate past supervisor. Referees will only be contacted with your consent.

• Application form (only required if not applying online). About the Health Service District/Area/Division/Branch/Unit

The Townsville Health Service District offers a supportive environment for employees in a progressive workplace. Every service in the District is committed to the continual review and development of both its operation and its staff

The District spans across North Queensland delivering a wide range of public health services to the people of Townsville, Ingham, Palm Island, Magnetic Island, Charters Towers, Bowen, Collinsville, Ayr, Hughenden and Richmond. These services strive to engage their local community through consumer groups and health partnerships.

The Townsville Health Service District has seven Institutes, each managed by Clinical and Operational Directors. This devolved management system is unique to the Townsville Health Service District.

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Visit the District/Area/Division website: http://www.health.qld.gov.au/Townsville Model of Nursing Care The model of care for nursing services in Townsville Health Service District is focused on patient/client care, and is based on a continuum of care model. Nurses function as equal members within a multidisciplinary team and are committed to advocating on behalf of patients/clients. Nurses will provide total patient care within a professional partnership model, which is based on:

• Nurses working “together” to provide optimal patient outcomes • Support and development of all nurses including facilitating preceptorship for RN and EN transition

programs • Creating a learning environment • Supporting the Townsville Health Service District novice to expert Skills Performance Framework • Maximising the clinical skills of all registered and enrolled nurses by a working partnership • Facilitating succession planning opportunities for nurses

Pre-Employment screening Pre-employment screening, including a criminal history check, may be undertaken on persons recommended for employment. Please refer to the Information Package for Applicants for details of employment screening and other employment requirements. Health professional roles involving delivery of health services to children and young people All Health Professionals (including registered nurses and medical officers) who in the course of their duties formulate a reasonable suspicion that a child or young person has been abused or neglected in their home/community environment, has a duty of care obligation to immediately report such concerns to the Department of Child Safety.

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All relevant health professionals are also responsible for the maintenance of their level of capability in the provision of health care and their reporting obligations in this regard.

Organisational chart (Clinical)

District Director of Nursing

Nursing Director

Clinical Nurse Consultant

Nurse Unit Manager

Nurse Educator

Nurse Manager

Clinical Nurse

Registered Nurse

Enrolled Nurse (Advanced Practice)

Enrolled Nurse

Student in Nursing / Cadets / Assistant in Nursing