Nurse Practitioner - Aeromedical
Nurse Practitioner - Aeromedical
Use your skills to assess, diagnose and retrieve patients safely and quickly as an RFDS Aeromedical Nurse Practitioner.
Classifications
- Healthcare & Medicine
- Nurse / Midwife
- Full-time
Key points
- Become part of a friendly, welcoming team with a sense of pride and passion
- Tax-free benefits of up to $18,550
Description
The Royal Flying Doctor Service (Queensland Section) (RFDS) is seeking an experienced Nurse Practitioner to join the team to support patients requiring aeromedical retrieval. As an Aeromedical Nurse Practitioner, you will assess, diagnose, and intervene therapeutically in order to ensure our patients are retrieved safely and quickly.
The role
The Royal Flying Doctor Service (Queensland Section) (RFDS) are leaders in improving the health of people in remote, rural and regional Queensland. As we head toward our 100th year of providing services, we are focused on providing safe, high-quality clinical care.
RFDS provides an Aeromedical Nurse Practitioner model as part of our commitment to support the health and well-being of our communities on a 24/7 basis. In addition to providing innovative benefits, the Aeromedical Nurse Practitioner model enhances service delivery in a variety of ways. As a Nurse Practitioner, you will;
- Assess and manage patients using advanced nursing knowledge and skills
- Maintain accurate patient records
- Provide clinical leadership and mentorship for Aeromedical Nurses
- Contribute to internal/external reports for Aeromedical nursing
- Contribute to the aeromedical clinical training program
- Act as a clinical resource and subject matter expert for other Aeromedical Nurses
- Contribute to and lead research in Aeromedical practice
- Disseminate knowledge of evidence-based nursing practice
We are currently offering a full-time role for a maximum term until 30 June 2025, working 15 shifts per 28-day roster period. The Nurse Practitioner will work across the entire week, however, will only work on a day shift (6am-6pm). The Nurse Practitioner will be responsible for providing coverage across Brisbane, Bundaberg, and Rockhampton, and may be assigned to any aircraft in this area. We welcome applicants from all over the country and provide the opportunity to live in either Brisbane or Rockhampton, with a relocation allowance.
About you
You are a highly motivated, confident, clinical leader and can effectively collaborate across disciplines. You demonstrate excellent communication skills, innovation, and resourcefulness and provide genuine care to your patients. In addition, you will meet the following specific criteria:
- Registered with AHPRA as a Nurse Practitioner and Midwife (desirable)
- Extensive demonstrated experience in a critical care environment
- Current Advanced Life Support (ALS2)
- Paediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
- Neonatal resuscitation certification
Why Join the RFDS (Queensland Section)?
At RFDS (Queensland Section), we are deeply committed to positively impacting those who reside, work, and commute in remote, rural, and regional areas of Queensland. Working as part of the RFDS' finest frontline team, you'll share your skills and experience with others, delivering vital health care and making a difference in people's lives. In return for your service, you will;
- Receive a Base salary of 152K + superannuation
- Have access to generous not-for-profit tax-free benefits of up to $18,550
- Receive Relocation Allowances to help you settle and stay locally
- Be welcomed with an Extensive orientation program
- Be supported with a commitment to your professional development- with paid study leave
- Have access to our Employee Assistance Program including counselling, nutrition sessions, financial sessions, and legal advice
- Receive private health insurance discounts
- Have the opportunity to undertake novated leasing
Interested?
If you would like any further information or a copy of the position description, please contact Talent Acquisition at recruitment@rfdsqld.com.au or call 07 3852 7553.
If you would like to have a conversation with our Nurse Managers, please let us know, and we can connect you with our leaders at either RFDS Brisbane Base or RFDS Rockhampton Base.
Prior to commencement, successful candidates must undergo a drug and alcohol test and possibly a medical assessment. You must possess a valid, unrestricted Australian Driver's Licence and obtain an ASIC Card. Additionally, candidates must complete the RFDS and Queensland Health credentialing process successfully.
Royal Flying Doctor Service acknowledges the Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the first inhabitants of the nation and the Traditional Custodians of the land. The RFDS is committed to eliminating all forms of discrimination in the provision of healthcare. We embrace diversity and welcome all people irrespective of faith, ethnicity, sexual orientation or gender identity.
Applications for this role close on the 15th November 2023 however, shortlisting and screening processes may begin before this date.
