Nurse Practitioner - Emergency Department

Mercy Health

Werribee, Victoria, Australia
As per victorian nursing eba - no1; not specified;...
Advanced clinical judgment
Autonomous and collaborative practice
Initiate and interpret diagnostic investigations
The ED Nurse Practitioner provides advanced, autonomous, and collaborative clinical care for patients presenting with lower acuity conditions to the Emergency Department

Job Summary

  • The ED Nurse Practitioner provides advanced, autonomous, and collaborative clinical care for patients presenting with lower acuity conditions to the Emergency Department.
  • This role is critical in improving patient flow, reducing wait times, and enhancing the overall efficiency of ED operations.
  • The role also encompasses clinical leadership, education, and contribution to research and quality improvement initiatives, supporting innovative models of care that align with organisational goals and NMBA Nurse Practitioner Standards for Practice.

Matching Summary

The ED Nurse Practitioner provides advanced, autonomous, and collaborative clinical care for patients presenting with lower acuity conditions to the Emergency Department.

Salary

As per Victorian Nursing EBA - NO1; Not specified; Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • advanced clinical judgment
  • autonomous and collaborative practice
  • initiate and interpret diagnostic investigations
  • prescribe medications and interventions
  • work with multidisciplinary team

Nice-to-have

  • clinical leadership and education
  • contribution to research initiatives
  • innovative models of care
  • gender equality employer

Key Requirements

  • Degree in Nursing (NMBA registration)
  • Post Graduate Qualification in Emergency Nursing
  • AHPRA certification
  • NMBA Nurse Practitioner endorsement
  • Extensive ED/urgent care experience
  • Compliance with NMBA Standards for Practice

Work Rights

Not specified

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