About Northcott?

Northcott is one of Australia’s largest not-for-profit disability service organisations that works with customers to realise their potential. At Northcott we pride ourselves in building an inclusive society where our customers can live their lives independently, as they choose. Before applying for a role at Northcott, we encourage you to visit our website to learn more about our mission to ensure our values and culture are a good fit for you: www.northcott.com.au

About the role:

We are looking for an experienced and dedicated Registered Nurse / Clinical Specialist who is passionate about providing high level care in the Paediatric Spinal Outreach Service. This role is a varied permanent part time role, worked over 3 days a week. As a Clinical Nurse Specialist in the multidisciplinary Paediatric Spinal Outreach Service, we are looking for someone who will:

• Deliver quality nursing and support to our diverse and unique customers
• Promote improvement in quality of life and foster independence for children and adolescents with spinal cord injury
• Provide person-centred, holistic and effective care
• Be committed to achieve valuable outcomes
• Have highly developed communication and understanding of specific needs
• Have the ability to undertake travel within NSW (although location base is flexible)

About the Person:

• Passion for providing high level care
• Tertiary qualifications or equivalent, including current nursing registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) + CNS
• Paediatric clinical experience, caring for children with spinal injuries
• Experience with pressure area care and wound care / dressings
• Experience in clinical practices associated with urinary catheters (all types) and bowel care
• Experience at maintaining gastrostomy tubes
• Standard Industry Checks (WWCC, Police History Check)
• Current Australian driver’s licence
• Knowledge of the NSW Disability Standards
• Ability to work flexible hours at times

About Northott Culture & Benefits

• We offer a unique opportunity to expand your knowledge and skills
• A friendly and supportive culture, working in the nursing sector
• Be part of a dedicated and collaborative team who will support you 
• There are salary packaging benefits of up to $15,900 annually (increasing your take home pay) 
• Work for a renowned and reputable leading NFP Disability Services Provider
• Extensive career development opportunities on offer
• Additional leave entitlements, flu shots, EAP, discounted gym memberships and much more

For a confidential discussion of this role, please call Emma Sheezel, on 0472 842 820 Applications close 8th January 2020.

Please Note: We do not accept unsolicited agency resumes or applications. Northcott is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited agency resumes or applications.