Equipment Nurse - Adelaide or Port Augusta
Equipment Nurse
- Adelaide or Alice Springs based role
- .5 FTE part time, permanent position – Monday to Friday role. Work standard business hours!
- Join Australia’s most trusted charity
About the RFDS (Central Operations)
Saving and improving lives for over 90 years, the RFDS is a leader in the delivery of emergency aeromedical and community health care services to rural and remote Australia.
Serving South Australia and the NT, the team at RFDS Central Operations exist to support happier and healthier Australians no matter where they live, work or play. We continually invest in our people, infrastructure and technology to improve our patient-centred care.
About this Opportunity
Reporting directly to the Retrieval Nursing Director as the Equipment Nurse, you will lead the lifecycle management of healthcare-related equipment that is owned and operated by RFDSCO, ensuring it is fit for purpose and meets required standards across several our bases in SA and NT.Specifically, you will:
- Be motivated to ensure that equipment quality and safety standards are met
- Identify improvements in equipment use and storage to ensure longevity and loss reduction outcomes
- Conduct regular stocktakes and audits and contribute to the purchasing of equipment
- Deliver device-related education and fault resolution services
- Assist with the introduction of new equipment and associated training requirements
About You
You are a current registered nurse who is seeking to continue their career with a leading health and emergency services provider, or you are a registered nurse with an interest in developing a career in relation to equipment management.
You are:
- Naturally organised, efficient and possess excellent attention to detail
- Flexible and adaptable – you enjoy working independently or as part of a team depending on the task at hand
- An astute communicator, in possession of a high level of written (including report writing), verbal and presentation skills
To be considered for the role you require:
- current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse
- demonstrated interest in equipment management
- knowledge and understanding of the National Safety and Quality Health Service (NSQHS) Standards
- the ability to analyse and utilise clinical data
Our Benefits
As part of our team, you can expect to be provided with challenging, interesting work and be supported to achieve your best. The RFDS offers attractive remuneration, including salary packaging benefits, within a supportive environment where our people are valued and professional development is encouraged.
This is a permanent part-time position that offers a shift within regular business hours with no night shifts!
To access the position description please click here .
For a confidential discussion in relation to the position, please contact Keirstie Bull, Retrieval Nursing Director via 0438 716 117 .
For a confidential discussion in relation to the recruitment process, please contact Jess Symes, Talent Acquisition Partner via (08) 8238 3309.
Applications close at 11:59pm on Thursday 4th May 2023.
The RFDS has mandatory vaccination requirements. Please contact us if you would like to know more.
The Royal Flying Doctor Service is an equal opportunity employer that fosters a positive culture and offers a diverse, safe and supportive work environment. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants are encouraged to apply.
