Nurse Practitioner

Alfred Health

Alfred Health is a leader in health care delivery, improvement, research and education. We are the main provider of health services to people living in the inner southeast suburbs of Melbourne, from ambulatory to inpatient and home and community-based services.

• Permanent position
• Full Time (80 hours/fortnight) with ADO
• Monday to Friday business hours initially, with view to review and adjust according to service demands
• Classification: Endorsed NP NO1 or Candidate working towards endorsement would be considered
• Great staff benefits!

The Department

The Mobile Assessment and Treatment Service (MATS), otherwise known as Alfred Health’s Residential In Reach Service (RIR), is a dynamic fast paced clinical service, providing outreaching acute care to older people living in residential care in the Alfred Health catchment, with aim of providing care in place where ever safe and appropriate.    

If successful, you will be joining a dedicated team who are highly respected within Alfred health, and have built a positive profile in our local Aged Care community.

We are looking for someone who is:

• An experienced and organised professional with a strong commitment to enhancing health experiences for older adults
• A self-driven team player who thrives in both autonomous and collaborative settings
• Eager to contribute to equity in healthcare, enhancing coordination and flexible service delivery models. The ideal candidate will shape their practice around the values of Alfred Health.

The Role

The Residential In Reach (RIR) NP will have the following responsibilities:

• Expert care: Provide comprehensive assessments, diagnoses, and tailored treatment options directly to patients, whether in-person or through Telehealth
• Collaborative planning: Work with multidisciplinary teams to create personalised care plans that prioritise patient goals and preferences
• Empowerment through education: Offer health education and support to patients, families, and care staff, ensuring optimal outcomes and understanding of care processes
• Community connections: Build strong partnerships with GPs, residential care staff, and community services to manage patient care effectively, reducing avoidable hospital admissions
• Adapt and lead: Evolve your practice to meet the needs of our service and take an active role in professional development and leadership within the MATS team.

Experience and Qualifications Required 

• Current endorsement by the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency as a Nurse Practitioner
• Masters of Nurse Practitioner (or a Masters granted equivalence of qualification by the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency plus an approved Therapeutic Medication Management module) or working towards completion of
• Evidence of competent utilisation of extensions to advanced nursing practice according to approved Clinical Practice Guidelines in the clinical area

• Advanced interpersonal, communication (written and verbal) and problem solving skills
• Knowledge, understanding and experience in research and quality improvement

Staff Benefits

• Generous salary packaging and novated leasing are available through Maxxia
• Onsite staff gym and child care services, available at Alfred campus (payroll deductible expenses)
• Modern onsite library facilities, exclusive to Alfred Health staff
• Access to health and wellbeing incentives
• Discounted health insurance
• Mentorship and supported learning environment

If this opportunity excites you, and you feel you meet the expectations, we invite you to apply today!

Written applications should include your current CV and a cover letter.

For enquiries regarding this role, please contact:

MATS Nurse Manager – Georgina Calder via 0429 358 722

Applications close at 11pm on Wednesday 10th November 2024

Interviews will be held face to face, in the week commencing 11th November 2024

Alfred Health is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce that reflects the community we serve.  Applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders are encouraged.

In accordance with the Health Minister's Covid-19 Mandatory Vaccination Order, all Alfred Health employees are required to be fully vaccinated (3 doses) for COVID-19 or hold an acceptable medical exemption. Furthermore, in accordance with the Health Services Amendment (Mandatory Vaccination of Healthcare Workers) Act 2020, health care workers in Category A or B roles (as determined by the department’s risk ratings) are required to be vaccinated against influenza or hold an acceptable medical exemption. 

Website: www.alfredhealth.org.au