Position Overview

Key responsibilities

Specific responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Restock equipment and packs in all areas of the unit.
• Perform and document daily checks of equipment and stores.
• Strip patient rooms upon discharge and restock rooms.
• Transfer of pathology specimens to the pathology department.
• Assist with transport of patients between areas and on discharge.
• Request service tasks in Digital Health Records (DHR) and report Facilities /Maintenance faults.
• Assist women with personal care.
• May respond to patient call bells.
• Undertake other duties appropriate to this level of classification which contribute to the operation of the organisation.

CHS is committed to workforce diversity and to creating an inclusive workplace. As part of this commitment, we welcome applications from all diversity groups. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability and people who identify as LGBTQIA+ are particularly encouraged to apply.

Competencies

Specific responsibilities include but are not limited to the following.

1. Strong work ethic.
2. Sound communication skills.
3. A commitment to uphold patient privacy, confidentiality and ethical standards.
4. Ability to work collaboratively within the multidisciplinary team.

Position Requirements / Qualifications

Mandatory

• Completion of the first year of a Bachelor of Midwifery program.
• Current enrolment in a Bachelor of Midwifery program. First year undergraduate Bachelor of Midwifery students may be employed as an AIM if previously gained qualifications and/or experience are deemed equivalent. For example, completion of Cert III Health Services Assistance skills pathway.
• CHS is leading the drive to digitally transform health service delivery in Australia through the implementation of a territory wide Digital Health Record. Computer literacy skills are required which are relevant to this role as you will be responsible for completing required documentation and becoming a proficient user of the Digital Health Record and/or other Information Technology systems; once proficient, you will need to remain current with changes, updates and contingencies.

Highly Desirable

• Demonstrated ability to deliver quality nursing care in accordance with the ANMC National Competency Standards for a Registered Nurse.
• Prior experience as a Nurse Liaison or member of an ICU outreach team will be highly desirable.
• Experience providing leadership to a team and development of a service.
• Fulfil the responsibilities of this role in alignment to the CHS Exceptional Care Framework and all other related frameworks.
• Have an understanding of how the National Safety and Quality Health Service (NSQHS) indicators align with this role.

Please note prior to commencement successful candidates will be required to:.

• Undergo a pre-employment National Police Check.
• Comply with Canberra Health Services Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination policy.
• Current registration issued under the Working with Vulnerable People (Background Checking) Act 2011 is required.

Important information

All employees are required to:

• Adhere to the Canberra Health Services Values and the ACT Public Service Code of Conduct.
• Act in accordance and comply with all relevant Safety and Quality policies and procedures.
• Comply with all relevant clinical and/or competency standards.
• Be available for weekend and/or after-hours work.

What you Require (Key Selection Criteria)

These are the key selection criteria for how you will be assessed in conjunction with your resumé and experience.

1. Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team environment
2. Demonstrated effective communication skills
3. Demonstrated understanding of work health and safety principles
4. Displays behavior consistent with CHS’s values of reliable, progressive, respectful, and kind.

Work Environment Description

The following work environment description outlines the inherent requirements of the role and indicates how frequently each of these requirements would need to be performed. Please note that the ACT Public Service is committed to providing reasonable adjustments and ensuring all individuals have equal opportunities in the workplace.