Nurse Educator, Renal Services
About the role
The Alfred Care Group Renal Service provides clinical services that incorporate an extensive consultative and management program for inpatient, ambulatory and community-based renal care. Renal services are delivered across the acute inpatient ward at The Alfred, Caufield Hospital, outpatient and ambulatory settings, and dialysis units across Alfred Care Group sites. Services are provided across the spectrum of acute and chronic kidney disease, including dialysis and renal transplantation. Dialysis is delivered through in-centre, home and satellite dialysis models, including treatment for acute kidney injury. Renal transplantation includes both deceased and live donor transplants, as well as multi-organ transplants. The service also works in partnership with Peninsula and Regional Care Groups.
Responsibilities
- Identify, anticipate and respond to the developmental needs of nurses and the clinical environment.
- Collaborate with local area and organisational stakeholders to design, implement and evaluate education initiatives that equip nurses to meet the increasingly complex needs of patients.
- Work within the Alfred Care Group Renal Service, focusing on supporting nurses working in satellite dialysis, peritoneal dialysis, home haemodialysis and ambulatory renal services.
- Contribute to the implementation of a Transition Support Program (TSP) renal pathway for nurses and support the Postgraduate Certificate in Renal Nursing Program.
Requirements
- Currently registered as a Registered Nurse with the Nursing & Midwifery Board of Australia (AHPRA)
- Holding or working towards a Master of Nursing or Education
- Previous experience in an education or education support role
- Demonstrated extensive clinical knowledge and experience in acute or sub-acute nursing relevant to the program and in a clinical leadership role
- Demonstrated understanding of the nursing scope of practice, supervision and delegation
- Strong reflective practice and critical thinking skills
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Demonstrated ability to work interprofessionally in education and clinical environments
- Commitment to research, quality and safety, and evidence-based practice
- Commitment to promoting an environment of continuous learning and quality improvement
Qualifications
- Relevant Postgraduate Certificate
Skills
- Strong reflective practice and critical thinking skills
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Strong collaborative and teamwork skills
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
Benefits
- Salary Packaging and Novated Leasing through Maxxia
- On-site car (subject to availability) and bike parking
- Access to ProSport Health and Fitness facilities at The Alfred
- On-site childcare services managed by KU Children’s Services
Pay
$107,875.37 + Superannuation
Schedule
Permanent Part Time – 0.8 EFT (64 hours per fortnight)