About the role
The Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner is an advanced clinical practice registered nurse who provides psychosocial and clinical support services within the Ipswich Hospital Emergency Department to adults who disclose that they are the victim of a sexual assault.
This position delivers multi-faceted clinical nursing providing expertise in the management of sexual assault including clinical forensic examination and care and guides clinical practice aligned to the Clinical Forensic Medicine Unit processes.
The Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner:
- has an expert level of professional clinical practice in sexual assault clinical management and care;
- has an advanced level of decision making in collaboration with the broader interprofessional team and other stakeholders (e.g. where indicated by the victim - QPS);
- Expert clinical management of victims of sexual assault;
- works collectively to apply the principles of good clinical governance; and
- applies professional and clinical expertise.
This role may be eligible for the Queensland Health Attraction Incentive. See link - Queensland Health Workforce Attraction Scheme ( https://www.healthycareers.health.qld.gov.au/attraction-incentives )
About you
Our ideal candidate will be someone who can demonstrate the following:
- Demonstrates the ability to apply or acquire specialized knowledge of contemporary nursing practice, skills and theory in sexual assault management and care procedures.
- Demonstrates the ability to build and maintain strong relationships, open communication and a positive environment within and across the broad interprofessional team and key stakeholders (including if required - QPS).
- Ability and interest in undertaking the Certificate in Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner course from CQU (course fees paid by QH).
- Demonstrates ability to use appropriate discretion in the dissemination of clinical information with regard to statutory and common law duties, confidentiality and privacy issues.
- Demonstrated ability to be an effective nursing health professional with capability for high level engagement across the spectrum of stakeholders including patients and families.
Mandatory Requirements:
- Vaccinated against, and remain vaccinated against, certain vaccine preventable diseases (VPD) as outlined in the Health Employment Directive NO. 01/16(PDF) ( https://www.health.qld.gov.au/__data/assets/pdf_file/0009/150120/hed-0116.pdf )
About West Moreton Health
West Moreton Health is one of the most rapidly evolving health services in the south east corner, with a community growth expected to almost double to more than 588,000 by 2036. Our vision is for a robust hospital and health service that includes fit-for-purpose spaces, interconnected buildings, multi-disciplinary health services, research, education and community partnerships.
To read more on how West Moreton Health are committed to transforming and optimizing our care, to meet the health care needs of our growing and diverse community - Follow this link ( https://www.westmoreton.health.qld.gov.au/futurefocus )
Benefits
- 17.5% annual leave loading (Additional allowances/entitlements may apply)
- 12.75 % employer contribution to superannuation
- Professional development
- Salary sacrificing options ( https://www.health.qld.gov.au/employment/conditions/salary/sacrifice )
- Wellness programs
- Employee Assistance Service (EAS).
To apply
Further information regarding this role please download and read the attached Role Description and Information Packages. You will need to submit your Cover Letter, CV or Resume including the names and contact details of two referees and a short response (maximum 1-2 pages) on how your experience, abilities, knowledge and personal qualities are relevant to the role.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply for all West Moreton Health vacancies.
