Registered Nurse

About the role

The Registered Nurse - Ophthalmology Outpatient Department provides contemporary, evidence-based nursing care to patients undergoing ophthalmic assessment, treatment and surgery within the Royal Brisbane and Women's Hospital. The role focuses on delivering safe, compassionate and patient-centred care while supporting positive outcomes for individuals accessing specialist ophthalmology services.

The successful candidate will apply clinical nursing expertise across all stages of the patient journey, including assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of care. Working collaboratively with the multidisciplinary healthcare team, they will support patient education, promote quality improvement initiatives and contribute to the efficient operation of the Ophthalmology Outpatient and Eye Casualty Department.

About you

Our ideal candidate will be someone who can carry out the following key accountabilities in accordance with the Metro North Health's values:

• Provide high-quality, patient-centred nursing care through comprehensive assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation within the Ophthalmology Outpatient Department.
• Apply clinical expertise and problem-solving skills to support patients undergoing ophthalmic assessment, treatment and surgical procedures.
• Educate and support patients and their families to improve understanding, independence and participation in their care.
• Collaborate effectively with the multidisciplinary healthcare team to ensure safe, coordinated and efficient patient care delivery.
• Contribute to evidence-based practice, continuous quality improvement activities and a positive learning environment within the service.

Benefits when working for us

• Rewarding career and development opportunities across a wide range of clinical and non-clinical areas
• Value driven organisation which provides a work environment that is safe, satisfying, flexible, and promotes a healthy work-life balance
• Flexible working arrangements and competitive salary rates with annual incremental increases
• Benefit from a higher than standard employer contribution to Superannuation of up to 12.75% and access to salary packaging

Metro North Health offers a dynamic and progressive environment at the forefront of healthcare, research, and education. With a strong commitment to inclusion, flexibility, and professional development, we provide meaningful opportunities in a workplace that puts people first.

You can find out more about why it's so great to work at Metro North here: https://metronorth.health.qld.gov.au/careers

Applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged and welcomed.

Find out about the role in more detail and how to apply in the attached Role Description.

APPLICATIONS RECEIVED VIA THIRD PARTIES (RECRUITMENT AGENCIES ETC.) WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED
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