Nurse Manager (Family Partnership Program)
Job No:
96213
Location:
Kempsey, NSW
- Do you have an interest in Aboriginal health and 'closing the gap'?
- Do you have a passion for providing health assistance and education to pregnant women, their children and their families?
- Unique supervisory position for an experienced RN with an Aboriginal controlled health organisation
- Attractive remuneration circa $100k+ inclusive of negotiable base salary, super and salary sacrifice options
- 5 weeks leave, relocation assistance and more!
- Fantastic coastal location in regional NSW close to fantastic surf beaches and national parks
About the Australian Nurse-Family Partnership Program
The Australian Nurse-Family Partnership Program (ANFPP) is an evidence-based program of sustained and scheduled home visiting by Nurse Home Visitors (NHVs) and Aboriginal Family Partnership Workers (AFPWs) for Aboriginal families in Australia.
The Program begins during the antenatal period and continues until the child is two years old. The focus is on early intervention and prevention of physical and emotional risks and issues for women pregnant with an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander baby. The program supports voluntary clients to improve their personal health and wellbeing, environmental health, increase their self-efficacy, and improve the health and development of their children.
An exciting leadership role with a difference
Due to recent funding received for the ANFP Program, Durri ACMS is currently seeking an experienced Registered Nurse to lead the Family Partnership Program, based in Kempsey, NSW. This is a full-time contract position.
Reporting to the Program Manager, the primary purpose of this role is to work within the local community, the Primary Health Care Services and ANFPP team to assure the program is implemented in accordance with established guidelines and requirements. This will include providing direct leadership to a team of 5 staff including Registered Nurses, Aboriginal Health Care Workers and an Administrator, as well as coordinating team activities to achieve quality, safe client care.
This will be achieved by:
- Monitoring caseloads, schedules of individual supervision, team meetings and participation in supervision visits as recommended by ANFPP;
- Convening regular case conferencing, focussing on identifying client problems and solutions, and including experts from other disciplines as required;
- Maintaining a small caseload of your own clients if required (no more than 4 at any given time);
- Overseeing and ensuring timely and accurate data input into the Data Collection System;
- Using the ANFPP Quality Framework to assess service delivery, client satisfaction and program efficiency in order to enhance the overall quality of program operations and to inform reflective supervision with ANFPP staff; and
- Developing appropriate formal and informal mechanisms for information sharing and communication within the team and with individual team members.
What you need to succeed
To be considered for this position you will be a Registered Nurse and/or Midwife with current AHPRA registration and have demonstrated, high-level nursing experience, ideally gained within a primary health care setting. Postgraduate qualifications in maternal health, child and family health, mental health, social justice, or a related field are not mandatory, but will be held in high regard.
As you will be interacting with Indigenous clients, it is paramount you have a solid understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander societies and culture, including an awareness of issues which may impact on maternal child and family well-being. Your ability to communicate sensitively and effectively with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people will be pivotal to your success. Candidates with experience working within an Aboriginal community controlled health setting, will be highly regarded.
This is a leadership position that will see you contributing to strategic business planning and implementation and as such you will need to be a confident communicator, with the ability to provide effective leadership and mentorship to a team of dedicated health professionals.
To view the full position description and selection criteria, please click here.
Please note: It is a requirement of this role that successful candidates have a current "C" Class driver's licence as some interstate travel may be required; a Working with Children Clearance, and are willing to undergo a National Police Check prior to commencing employment.
What we will offer you in return
This is an exciting opportunity to join a dedicated, multidisciplinary team of health professionals delivering a highly regarded and beneficial program to the local community. If you are an experienced nurse looking to add real, noticeable value in the community, or simply wanting to start 2018 with a sea change - this is the role for you!
A highly attractive remuneration package is on offer, circa $100,000+ negotiable with skills and experience, inclusive of super and extensive salary packaging options. Additionally, you will receive 5 weeks' annual leave, a vehicle for work purposes and relocation assistance.
Most importantly, you will enjoy an incredible level of job satisfaction as you work closely with patients through all stages of their pregnancy, providing an unrivalled level of support and care, with a team that truly values its' people - Apply Now!
Life in Kempsey
Located on the mid-north coast of NSW, approximately one and a half hours south of Coffs Harbour and forty minutes from Port Macquarie, Kempsey is not your average regional town. From world-class waves and thrilling dives to exhilarating bush-walks and fascinating museums, the Kempsey region is a wonderful destination for locals and visitors alike.
Home to the iconic Akubra hat, Kempsey is blessed with the gorgeous Macleay River, beautiful heritage listed buildings, and spectacular local wilderness. The region is also well-know as a surfer's paradise, with a stunning coastal area that includes Crescent Head - the longest point break in Australia -and South West Rocks, a must for diving enthusiasts, just down the road.
About Durri Aboriginal Corporation Medical Service
Durri Aboriginal Corporation Medical Service (Durri ACMS) was established in 1976. The name Durri means "to grow in good health" and was bestowed upon the organisation by members of the local Aboriginal community.
Durri ACMS aims to promote and deliver improvement in the health and well-being of all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and their families in the Macleay & Nambucca Valleys and to advance their social, cultural and economic status. The Organisation places a strong focus on a client centred approach to the delivery of services and a collaborative working culture to achieve the best possible outcomes for clients.