Registered Nurse (Drug & Alcohol) - Part Time

Company

International Health and Medical Services (IHMS)

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 and large private organisations to deliver industry leading service to patients.
We are globally recognised for our unique expertise and offer fantastic opportunities to undertake meaningful work with patients where others can’t. We offer opportunities for people to learn and grow their skills and knowledge in a caring organisation focusing on professional development and clinical excellence.

• Part Time Contract, immediate start available
• Work between Monday - Friday, business hours
• Free onsite parking, supportive multi-disciplinary team

IHMS is looking for an experienced registered nurse to work in a dynamic multi-disciplinary Drug and Alcohol (D&A) team in our immigration detention facility clinic in Villawood, NSW.

The Role

In this role you will be responsible to deliver and maintain Drug and Alcohol services to people residing in the Immigration Detention facility. Your main responsibilities will be:

• Assessment and support interventions for individuals with D&A use and concerns
• Administer medications and immunisations as prescribed and/or in accordance with practice guidelines and nurse-initiated medication guidelines
• Conducting urine drug screens, vital observations, other clinical tests, and health monitoring for patients with D&A use and concerns
• Conduct initial and periodic clinical assessment of patients
• Support the delivery of opiod substitution treatment program (OSTP)
• To assess, plan and implement appropriate health management 

Benefits

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

Requirements

• Current AHPRA registration as a Div. 1 Registered nurse
• Minimum of 3 years of post-graduate experience in clinical nursing
• Current First Aid and/or CPR certificate or willingness to obtain
• Detention or corrections experience desirable 
• Experience in drug and alcohol nursing including OSTP dosing of patients - highly desirable
• Full and valid working rights in Australia 

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Only suitable shortlisted candidates will be contacted