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An exciting opportunity exists for a Clinical Nurse (First Episode Psychosis) to join the Mental Health and Alcohol, Tobacco and Other Drugs Services team in Cairns. This is your opportunity to join the dedicated team of professionals at Cairns and Hinterland Hospital and Health Service and be part of a world-class, dynamic, and growing health service that embraces technology, excellence in health care, teaching, research and empowering our people to be the best in serving our community.Job details Position status PermanentPosition type Full-timeOccupational group Health - NursingClassification Nurse Grade 6 (1)Workplace Location Cairns region,Far North QldJob ad reference QLD/CAH580748Closing date 15-Aug-2024Yearly salaryFortnightly salaryTotal remunerationSalary OtherJob duration Permanent Full TimeContact person Hannah DowningContact details 07 4226 3156Access theHealth Workers who take up employment with Queensland Health from intrastate, interstate or overseas may be eligible for incentive payments under the . For further information regarding the Scheme and to verify eligibility, please refer to the .About us:We're committed to improving the health and wellbeing of people in Far North Queensland by providing high quality acute health care services. Our values were developed by our staff, patients, and community. They guide our work and actions every day. Our staff are part of the community we serve. We believe that we can improve health outcomes by involving our community in the planning and evaluation of their local health services.About you:You are a qualified Registered Nurse with advanced level clinical skills who can act as an advocate for nursing in a broad context and across disciplines using positive role modelling and adherence to corporate values. You have the ability to lead with confidence and integrity to deliver a high-quality service with the primary focus on achievement of organisational goals for the good of others and you are competent in the application of clinical problem solving and effective coordination of consumer care at an advanced level.Your opportunity:To deliver quality intensive clinical services within a multidisciplinary team that facilitates the recovery and rehabilitation of people with mental illness/psychiatric disability, supporting consumers to take ownership and develop personal strategies that allow them to rebuild their capacity and achieve greater belonging within their community.Your role:Assist the Nurse Unit Manager/Team Leader to implement and monitor the organisation's quality standards, work health and safety policies, procedures and programs and provide clinical governance in the relevant work area.Using a biopsychosocial model conduct mental health assessments and assist consumers and families/ supports to develop a comprehensive individual recovery plan and facilitate the effective delivery.Undertake discipline specific assessments and interventions within well-established clinical protocols.Work with families and client's communities to promote recovery and community inclusion, co-ordinate/facilitate access to generic supports, services, opportunities, and resources necessary to meet the consumer's identified needs and goals.Apply professional judgement to a complex caseload, adapting routine clinical practice based on valid and reliable evidence.Contribute to the development and implementation of clinical practices, procedures and protocols that support the continuum of care.As a Cairns and Hinterland Hospital and Health Service employee, not only will you receive competitive remuneration, you will also have access to:Generous superannuationSalary packagingAnnual incremental increasesCareer training and developmentFlexible work arrangementsWellness programsVaccine Preventable Diseases (VPD) evidence as required for your employment in accordance with legislation/government policy and Directives.For more information about this role, please refer to the attached Role Description.Why choose Cairns?You can find out more about why it's so great to work at Cairns and Hinterland here:Further informationWe are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote and .Applicants are to apply online. If the information requested in the ‘how to apply’ section is not provided, you may not meet the requirements for further consideration of your application.DocumentsBefore applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.Role DescriptionInformation Package for ApplicantsInformation Package for ApplicantsQueensland Government
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