Practice Nurse

Bell Street Family Medical Centre is seeking a dedicated and experienced Nurse to join our dedicated and friendly team for an immediate start. We are an accredited practice located on Bell Street, Pascoe Vale South.

About Us

We are a Family Medical Center with an outstanding record of providing quality care over the past 30 years. We are a professional and diverse team of hard-working and very skillful health professionals. 

We will value your experience, your genuine interest and care for patients, staff and doctors and their well-being.

We appreciate your understanding of patients and their confidentiality.

Key Responsibilities:

The primary role of the nurse is to support our busy doctors with day-to-day duties, including:

Childhood and adult Immunizations 
Assisting with minor procedures (e.g. cannulations, iron infusions, PRP, skin checks & lesion removals, circumcision & vasectomy etc.)
Chronic disease management plans
Patient triage
Wound Care
Completing chronic disease management plans and health assessments
Stock management
Quality Improvement
Infection control
Cold chain management
Support with the accreditation process
Recalls and reminders
ECG

This role can be fast paced at times, so the ability to effectively manage busy situations is essential. Our nursing staff are expected to work both collaboratively as part of the practice team and independently when required, including occasional help at reception.

The ideal candidate will possess:

• Relevant nursing qualifications (RN1 desired but not essential, EN can apply)

• Current AHPRA registration

• Nursing experience of at least 2 years in General Practice

• Strong IT skills, desirably with experience using Medical Director/Pracsoft, and external systems such as AIR, PRODA & Cubiko.

• A keen work ethic and enthusiasm to contribute within a team environment

What’s on offer:

Ideal for a Nurse wanting a work life balance, to provide community care and grow their career in a busy stimulating environment.  

• Respectful & supportive management culture

• Some training and induction are provided but you are expected to be well versed with requirements of GP nursing

• 9am-5pm (no after hours) or weekends

• A pathway for full time employment in the future for the right person

• Onsite parking available

• Location is stone throw away from buses and trams

• Our nurses are a valued and respected part of our care team

• You will be working alongside friendly practice nurses who would love to support you

How to Apply:

To apply, please submit your CV along with a cover letter that references your current or most recent position and outlines any applicable notice period to Practice Manager at *******@gmail.com & please also copy ******@accentpak.com  

Essential Criteria:

• Current registration with APHRA

• Eligibility to work in Australia (no sponsorship available)

• An energetic, team minded, enthusiastic, friendly personality