Chronic Conditions Nurse

SWAMS is offering an exciting career opportunity for a Registered Nurse / Allied Health professional who is passionate about chronic conditions management. This role would suit someone with experience in the self‑management of clients with cardiac renal or diabetes conditions. This position provides culturally appropriate and holistic primary health care to our clients in a primary health care setting. The successful candidate will be required to assist GPs with the development of GP management plans and act as a care coordinator to liaise with hospitals, primary care and allied health services to maximise health outcomes for clients. This position can include travel throughout the South West during working hours using a work car. This role is supported by a multidisciplinary primary health team. Even though a registered nurse is preferred applications from Allied Health professionals with experience in managing chronic conditions or diabetes educators will be considered. Essential Criteria (AHPRA) Registered or Enrolled Nurse with at least 3 years post‑graduation experience in nursing. Practical knowledge of principles and models of health behaviour change and facilitation of chronic condition self‑management skills. Current working knowledge of local and regional hospitals, community and primary health systems including services involved in the provision of chronic disease management. Demonstrated organisational and time‑management skills along with an ability to adapt to changing needs. Proven ability to use clinical software and electronic health records effectively with extensive experience in developing, implementing and reviewing care plans for patients with chronic conditions. A demonstrated understanding of the unique issues affecting and impacting upon the health of Aboriginal people. Desirable Criteria Experience in Community or Aboriginal Health. Hold current immunisation certificate. Venipuncture competency and currency of practice. Experience and Interest in Community or Aboriginal Health Knowledge and expertise in the use of Commuincare or similar clinical database system. Why SWAMS Along with working with passionate people and being able to feel like you have contributed to something every day SWAMS offers the following: 17.5% leave loading Up to $18,550 salary packaging options Discounted gym memberships Uniforms supplied Generous leave allowances Professional development opportunities Key Skills EMR Systems Hospital Experience Acute Care ICU Experience Dermal Fillers Experience Administering Injections Home Care Nursing Botox Experience Critical Care Experience Medication Administration Tube Feeding Employment Information Employment Type: Full‑TimeExperience: YearsVacancy: 1 To Apply At SWAMS child safety is our highest priority. We are committed to the wellbeing of all children and young people with zero tolerance for abuse. All team members have a legal and moral duty to ensure a safe environment and are required to undergo a National Police Clearance. Roles involving direct contact with children also require a valid WA Working with Children Check as part of our pre‑employment screening. In addition to this all applicants require satisfactory completion of a Drug and Alcohol test. Unsatisfactory pre‑employment checks will result in the offer of employment being withdrawn. To apply for this role please follow the online application process of this platform or email your application through to Human Resources . We also welcome you to drop your resume to our office at 30 Wellington Street Bunbury. This role will remain open until the successful applicant is found. #J-18808-Ljbffr