Registered Nurse - Chronic Diseases and ITC

About Us

The Port Lincoln Aboriginal Health Service Inc provides Primary Health Care to some 1,600 Aboriginal clients in Port Lincoln and surrounding areas. It also operates a number of allied programs such as Social and Emotional Wellbeing. PLAHS prides itself on being an inclusive and welcoming workplace. With shared values of holistic, comprehensive primary health care, leadership, innovation and collaboration, and treating staff and clients with respect and compassion, PLAHS is a great place to work.

About The Role:

Port Lincoln Aboriginal Health Service is seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse to join our Chronic Diseases team, with the role commencing in the new year and continuing until 30 June 2027

Benefits of working at PLAHS

• Base Salary up to $103,226.58 per annum + Super.
• Attractive Travel Allowances.
• Generous leave entitlements (5+ weeks of paid annual leave, leave loading + Monthly Rostered Days Off).
• Professional development leave.
• Salary Sac­ri­fice for up to $15,899 per year 
• Great team culture, working within a friendly supportive team.

Key Responsibilities:

The appointee is responsible for the delivery of comprehensive primary health care services as part of the multidisciplinary team including:

• Undertaking a wide range of clinical duties including but not limited to blood collection, wound dressings, patient screenings etc within well-established clinical pathways, protocols and guidelines
• Contributing to the care planning and case management model in collaboration with other agencies to ensure best outcomes for the identified client group/s
• Providing direct clinical support within care planning and case management
• Liaising with Team Leaders/Program Managers to co-ordinate services with other personnel within a multi-disciplinary team environment and external partners and service providers.
• Contributing to the facilitation of outreach services/support to Aboriginal people/groups unable to access services within the community environment (e.g., hospitals, aged care facilities, prisons etc)
• Identifying and supporting health promotion and education opportunities for staff and clients as required by Team Leaders/Program Managers
• Supporting ATSI people with chronic disease complex care needs to access a range of clinical and community support services which are tailored to meet individual needs.
• Performing duties in regard to care coordination for clients enrolled in the Integrated Team Care programs, including:
  • Arranging required services outlined in the client’s care plan.
  • Ensuring arrangements for clients to attend appointments.
  • Assisting clients to participate in regular reviews by their primary care providers.
  • Supporting clients to develop chronic condition self-management skills.
• Facilitating access to supplementary services and medical aids as per ITC guidelines. Delivering care coordination and supplementary services to ATSI clients with chronic conditions and to support local ATSI people make better use of available health care services, especially mainstream health services.
• Undertaking other relevant duties as required across the service.

Essential Skills and Experience:

• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a multi-disciplinary team approach
• Ability to communicate effectively with both Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal people in a culturally sensitive manner via an appropriate variety of methods
• Ability to develop, keep and maintain accurate case files and client records
• Demonstrated ability in using initiative, working independently with minimal supervision, determining priorities, meeting deadlines, planning and organising work.
• Ability to effectively utilise information technology, data entry and Patient Information Recall Systems, in particular Communicare, and Microsoft Office products.
• Proven clinical experience as a Registered Nurse in community setting/s
• Experience in working effectively with Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal people.
• Experience working in a multidisciplinary team to enhance service delivery through supporting staff expertise and morale
• Knowledge of holistic Primary Health Care principles
• Knowledge, understanding and awareness of the diversity of Aboriginal cultures and societies
• Knowledge and understanding of Cultural Safety principles and their workplace implementation
• Knowledge of Social Justice principles and practice
• Knowledge of Equal Opportunity and Work Health & Safety (WHS) Legislation
• Knowledge of relevant local resources and organisations
• Knowledge of client-centred, consultative and community development approaches

Requirements:

• Registered as a Nurse with the Australian Health Practitioners Registration Authority (AHPRA).
• Competencies necessary to practise in the particular practice setting.
• Minimum three years’ post graduate experience in a relevant field.
• Must hold a valid, unrestricted driver’s licence 
• A current DCSI Working with Children Check (WWCC) issued within the last 5 years
• A National Police Certificate issued within the last three years.
• Evidence of compliance with PLAHS staff immunisation requirements including an annual influenza vaccination.

How to Apply:

If you are passionate about providing comprehensive business support and meet the above criteria, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your suitability for the role through our career's portal at: https://plahs.elmotalent.com.au/careers/vacancies/job/view/50

Applications will be assessed as they come, so please submit your application now!

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