Nurse Unit Manager (High Dependency / Renal Unit)

Job Description

Nurse Unit Manager (High Dependency / Renal Unit) Are you a natural leader that works collaboratively with peers and others to create a positive practice environment? Our High Dependency and Renal Unit are seeking a motivated individual to achieve best practice outcomes for recipients of our healthcare service!As the Nurse Unit Manager, you will provide advanced clinical leadership and clinical expertise relevant to the speciality of high dependency. Collaborate with colleagues and the wider CQ Health program team to foster a positive practice environment that ensures optimal outcomes for those receiving healthcare services.Ready to take on the challenge? The Renal Satellite Unit is a specialised unit that has 4 chairs that are fully set up for renal dialysis. The unit has capacity to operate 48 dialysis treatments 6 days per week, currently servicing 16 patients. The Renal Satellite Unit is supported by the CQ Renal Team. The High Dependency Unit (HDU) is a four bed unit with 6 telemetry units. HDU provides services that include both monitoring and treatment. Anaesthetics provide procedural interventional support and airway and ventilation management while awaiting retrieval. About the role: This role will work directly with provision of clinical expertise in patient care within the High Dependency and Renal clinical area. Demonstrate advanced specialist knowledge experience and clinical skills in a particular area of expertise. Demonstrate critical thinking and reasoning, advanced problem-solving skills and expert clinical judgement. Demonstrate advanced knowledge and application of contemporary nursing/midwifery practice and theory. Coordinate, develop, implement, translate and evaluate clinical practice standard guidelines, procedures and protocols using an evidence-based approach. Responsible for the implementation of a quality and risk management framework to improve quality of care and work environment. About you: Current nursing registration through the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA). Post Graduate Studies in Critical Care or Renal Nursing. Post Graduate Studies in Healthcare Management and Leadership will be highly regarded. A relevant postgraduate diploma or Masters' degree is an expectation of this position. Where the successful applicant does not currently hold this qualification, commitment to completion within an agreed timeframe is expected and will form part of the performance and development plan. What we offer: Total remuneration value of up to $164,212 p.a. is comprised of: An hourly rate between $66.85 - $72.58 p.h. 12.75% employer superannuation contribution 17.5% leave loading Additional Benefits Ongoing Professional Development and Education Opportunities Flexible Work-Life Balance and Variety Generous Salary Sacrificing Options Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Discounted Private Health Insurance Fitness Passport Professional Development Leave Vaccine Preventable Diseases (VPD) requirements: It is a condition of employment for this role for the employee to be, and remain, vaccinated against vaccine preventable diseases as listed on the Role Description. How to apply: To apply, please submit the following: Your current CV or resume, including referees. A cover letter (1-2 pages) addressing how your experience, skills and values align with the key responsibilities and expectations outlined in the Role Description. Any additional forms / evidence as attached or listed on the Role Description. Please note pre-employment checks will be carried out on applicants recommended for appointment/employment which may include confirming your qualifications, professional registration/s, previous employment history (including any previous disciplinary action), criminal history, Australian work status and vaccination requirements. Applications close: Wednesday, 5 March 2025 Further information We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity. #J-18808-Ljbffr