CSSD Associate Nurse Unit Manager

Job Description

Company Description Epworth HealthCare is Victoria’s largest not-for-profit private health care group, renowned for excellence in diagnosis, treatment, care and rehabilitation. Epworth is an innovator in Australia’s health system, embracing the latest in evidence-based medicine to pioneer treatments and services for our patients.Our values and purpose define Epworth's approach and delivery. We pride ourselves on communicating and delivering them in a real and meaningful way. Every Patient Matters.Job Description If so, we would love to hear from you as we are seeking an enthusiastic Associate Nurse Unit Manager for our busy CSSD for full-time employment, reporting to the CSSD Manager at Epworth Geelong - Waurn Ponds. Your role will involve leadership of the CSSD team, responsibility for the quality program, and oversight and coordination of loan instruments and equipment. You will also be responsible for checking loan equipment in and out as well as coordinating with company representatives and theatre staff to ensure all necessary loan instrumentation and prostheses are sterilised and ready for when they are needed in theatre. You will also contribute to other areas of the department with leadership of CSSD instrument technicians and work clinically in CSSD. You will contribute to infection prevention and control as well as overall patient safety by ensuring the quality of reusable medical devices through sterilisation and disinfection processes. You will make an impact by- Ensuring positive inclusive leadership of CSSD team Ensuring the accurate and timely delivery of service to meet the specific daily operational needs Ensuring accurate processes are undertaken and documented Actively contributing and overseeing the quality improvement program within the department Practicing within the requirements of the RMD sterilisation standards and standard operating procedures Ensuring all loan instruments and equipment is coordinated and processed ready for use when required To be successful in this role- You will support the theatre team by overseeing the loan instrument and equipment processes to ensure equipment is ready for use when needed. You will work closely with our Clinical Nurse Specialists and theatre ANUMs. Additionally, you will be involved in collection, cleaning, decontamination, inspection, testing, packing, sterilisation, storage and distribution of reusable medical devices and equipment and will be a proactive member of a self-directed and cohesive CSSD team. Experience in theatre nursing and some experience and knowledge of sterilisation is essential for this role. You will have- A minimum of 3 years theatre nursing experience with some knowledge and experience with sterilisation of reusable medical devices Current registration as a Registered Nurse Division 1 with AHPRA An understanding of the loan instrument and equipment processes A well developed ability to plan, organise and prioritise work Have or be willing to undertake Certificate IV in Sterilisation A commitment to excellent customer service and quality improvement A working knowledge of relevant regulations and standards impacting sterilising services Demonstrated knowledge in the application of infection prevention and control practices, as well as OHS requirements as they relate to sterilising services Requirements We will review and interview applicants as we receive their applications. Epworth Geelong Epworth Geelong, located adjacent to Deakin University’s Medical School in Waurn Ponds, is developing an environment of world-class health care and education to meet the needs of the expanding population of Geelong and South West Victoria. It features contemporary design, cutting-edge medical technology and best practice patient care, whilst offering a wide range of inpatient and outpatient medical, surgical and rehabilitation services. Additional Information At Epworth, it’s a community. It’s the sense of belonging and being part of an organisation and a team that works to make sure that every patient matters. In addition to this, you will have access to: Epworth’s enhanced Not for Profit status (and not available in the public sector) provides the opportunity for employees to salary package up to $15,900 pre-tax annually, leading to greater take home pay The largest educational scholarship program of its kind in Australia Ability to purchase up to four additional weeks of leave Reduced cost of health services for you and your family at Epworth Relocation assistance is available for approved interstate candidates Enquire/ Apply Sound interesting? To apply, click the I'm Interested button to attach your CV and cover letter. For more information, refer to the attached position description or contact or phone (03) 9426 0606 . It is a condition of employment with Epworth HealthCare, subject to reasonable exemptions, that you have had an annual Influenza vaccination, where this is required under Epworth policy. As a child safe organisation, all successful applicants are required to satisfactorily clear a National Police Check (conducted by Epworth) and may be required to hold a valid employee Working with Children Check (provided by you). At Epworth, we believe inclusion and diversity are essential to our culture and values. We focus on fairness and opportunity for all – across race, ability, ethnicity, gender, age, sexuality, cultures and beliefs – that reflect the communities we work in. At Epworth, we care. #J-18808-Ljbffr