Clinical Nurse Specialist (D&A)

About the role

IHMS is a large Australian based organisation that specialises in providing compassionate and professional multidisciplinary medical care in challenging environments. We primarily work with governments to deliver industry leading service to patients. 

• Work part or full time office hours, no weekend or night shifts
• Apply your clinical skills in a nurse-initiated clinic
• Be part of a large, well respected medical organisation

The Role

The Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) (Drug & Alcohol) role at the Immigration Detention Facilities is an integral part of IHMS’ Drug and Alcohol team. In Northam WA.

Key responsibilities

• Clinical leadership and ongoing improvement and review of triage, treatment planning for patients on opioid substitution treatment program (OSTP)
• Provide clinical resource and advanced support and liaison at a local level on matters relating to D&A
• Facilitation and liaison with local and external stakeholders/service providers to ensure continuity of care
• Specialist assessment and management of withdrawal states, pharmacotherapies, intoxication and overdose states
• Provide assistance to local and centralised leadership teams to ensure smooth operation of D&A related care and services

About you

• Current AHPRA Registration as a Div. 1 Registered Nurse
• Minimum of 3 years recent clinical experience working with people with drug and alcohol use disorders in a D&A setting, including experience in opioid substitution treatment 
• Advanced clinical assessment skills and management of alcohol and drug issues
• Good knowledge of harm minimisation principles
• Current BLS or First Aid certificate (or willingness to obtain it)

Benefits

• Working with people from diverse professional and cultural backgrounds
• Working in a unique environment with rewarding experiences
• Be part of a multidisciplinary, dynamic and collaborative team
• Opportunities to expand your career and support an Australian and international network

Don’t miss out this unique opportunity, apply now!

Only suitable shortlisted candidates will be contacted