Nurse Practitioner, Palliative Care - Wodonga, Australia - Albury Wodonga Health

Description

• Unique Opportunity - Join Us and Create an Impact
• Team Focused and Collabarative Culture
• Generous Annual Leave + one ADO per month
• Professional Development Supported and Encouraged
• Fitness Passport for You and the Family
• Discounted Private Health and Banking options
• Relocation assistance available (please email for more information)

About the Role

Exciting Career Growth Opportunity in Palliative Care in Picturesque North East Victoria, Centered at Albury Wodonga Health

Our collaborative and supportive team requires a Palliative Care Nurse Practitioner to provide inpatient and community support. We are the East Hume Regional Consultancy Palliative Care Service (EHRCPCS) and provide support to the LGA's of Alpine, Benalla, Indigo, Mansfield, Towong, Wangaratta and Wodonga and parts of Strathbogie.

The Palliative Care Nurse Practitioner will work as part of the consultancy team which is inclusive of Palliative Care Physicians, Palliative Care Registrars and a Nurse Practitioner Candidate. The EHRCPCS provides direct consultation services in both the community and inpatient setting across the catchment areas. The successful applicant will become an active member of a highly supportive team, as well as having the skills and ability to work autonomously throughout the region. The Palliative Care Nurse Practitioner has the capacity to use their full skill set in providing quality palliative care treatment and advice while also providing opportunities for clinical system development, research, education and quality improvement.

Primary responsibilities of this role include:

• Provision of direct consultancy advice and support for palliative care patients in conjunction with local specialist palliative care services, GP's and other health care providers throughout the catchment areas
• Provide services on a shared rotational basis to provide service equity and diversity and practice opportunities across the community and inpatient setting
• Leadership within the team and involvement in the development and delivery of palliative care education and training opportunities throughout the region
• Identification and Involvement in Palliative Care quality improvement actives and research opportunities at a local, regional and state level

Employment Type: This is a Fixed Term, Full-Time opportunity.

About Albury Wodonga Health (AWH)

AWH serves as the largest regional healthcare provider between Sydney and Melbourne, situated in the twin cities of Albury and Wodonga. With a dedicated team of over 3,000 professionals, we proudly service a population of 300,000 across North-East Victoria and Southern NSW. Our extensive network encompasses two primary hospital campuses and an additional 22 sites, delivering a diverse range of emergency, surgical, women and children's, community, mental health, allied health, and sub-acute services. Our growth continues with the opening of a state-of-the-art Emergency Department in 2024, and excitingly, the construction of a new hospital at our Albury site by 2028. This expansion will greatly elevate our ability to service the needs of our community, and we need a great team of people like you to accomplish this.

What awaits you at AWH?

We are committed to our Employee Value Proposition and will deliver on our key pillars of Growth, Balance, Contribution and Lifestyle.

We provide comprehensive induction and training to set you up for success, offer exceptional Rewards and Benefits and continuously nurture your professional growth by providing opportunities for development.

We also offer relocation support to assist with securing local housing, arranging childcare/education (if necessary), and seeking employment opportunities for partners, establishing social connections, and seamlessly integrating into the Albury Wodonga community during your transition.

Are you ready to become part of our team?

For more role-specific information, please refer to the attached Position Description. You are also encouraged to reach out to the person on the job advert for a confidential discussion. Salary and terms will be in accordance with the relevant state EBA or Award.

Explore our Candidate Information Pack to uncover compelling reasons to embark on this career journey with us and become part of our fantastic team.

AWH prioritises Equal Employment Opportunity, Ethical Practice, and embraces Cultural Diversity and Social Inclusion. We welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders. Please note that appointments are contingent on satisfactory pre-employment checks including Criminal Record check and working with Children checks.

Important Notice: All healthcare workers must be fully vaccinated or hold an approved medical contraindication certificate. Successful candidates will need to provide documentation of their COVID-19 and flu vaccination status.

Not the right role for you? Let us know what you're seeking

If you don't meet all the requirements of this role, please submit your details to AWH as you may be a great fit for another role.

Submit your details through AWH Community Talent Pool and our team can connect with you if a suitable position arises.

• Mandatory : Current registration and endorsement with AHPRA as a Nurse Practitioner of the selected discipline
• Mandatory : Demonstrated ability to function autonomously and collaboratively in an advanced and extended clinical role in a Palliative Care setting
• Mandatory : Demonstrated ability to engage with and promote reflective practice across the nursing workforce
• Mandatory : Demonstrated ability to apply and promote evidence informed practice at the point of care
• Mandatory : Current Drivers Licence and willingness to travel within the East Hume region.