Registered Nurse - Surgical Cardiac

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ABOUT YOUR NEW ROLE:
We are looking for an experienced Cardiac Nurse to join our General Surgical Ward. In this role, you will be responsible for providing specialised nursing care for patients recovering from cardiac interventions, including angiograms, stent insertions, and other procedures. You will be responsible for monitoring and managing patients' cardiac status, including telemetry, and ensuring safe and effective recovery in a fast-paced environment. The ward operates on a rotating roster, requiring all staff to work morning (AM), afternoon (PM), and night (ND) shifts.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide comprehensive post-operative care for patients following cardiac interventions, such as angiograms and stent insertions.
• Monitor patients using telemetry to assess heart rhythm, rate, and other vital signs, ensuring early detection of any abnormalities or changes in condition.
• Manage and maintain TR bands (Transradial access site compression) for patient's post-cardiac catheterisation to prevent complications.
• Administer prescribed medications and treatments, including IV medications and fluids, ensuring correct dosages and monitoring for adverse effects.
• Collaborate with the multidisciplinary team, including cardiologists and surgeons, to develop and implement individualised care plans for cardiac patients.
• Assess and monitor patients’ cardiac status, including blood pressure, heart rate, and ECG readings, providing timely interventions when necessary.
• Educate patients and families on post-operative care, including activity restrictions, lifestyle changes, and cardiac health management.
• Ensure that all documentation related to patient care is accurate and up-to-date, complying with hospital protocols and regulatory requirements.
• Respond quickly and effectively to changes in a patient’s condition, particularly in emergency cardiac situations.
• Provide compassionate, patient-centered care, promoting a comfortable and healing environment for patients recovering from cardiac procedures.

ABOUT YOU:
As an outstanding clinician you are dedicated to delivering patient-centred care right from admission throughout the patient journey with St Vincent's Health Australia.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Current AHPRA with proven experience in cardiac nursing or post-operative care.
• Strong knowledge and experience in telemetry monitoring and the ability to interpret heart rhythms, ECGs, and other telemetry data.
• Competence in using TR bands and managing post-cardiac catheterization care.
• Ability to recognise and respond to changes in cardiac status, including arrhythmias, hypotension, and other complications.
• Solid understanding of post-cardiac intervention care, including managing medications, monitoring fluid balance, and ensuring optimal recovery.
• Strong critical thinking skills to manage complex cardiac cases and make informed decisions quickly.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to educate patients and collaborate effectively with the healthcare team.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment, handling multiple patients and tasks simultaneously.
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) certification is desired.
• BLS (Basic Life Support) certification.

ABOUT ST VINCENTS PRIVATE HOSPITAL MELBOURNE
Our experienced team of clinical professionals, care givers and support staff are equipped to provide the highest level of therapeutic, medical and surgical services. We work together to ensure patient safety, well-being and recovery. We are a not-for-profit Catholic private hospital which operates across four sites at Fitzroy, East Melbourne, Kew and Werribee.

Sponsorship is not available for this position. Applicants must have valid working rights in Australia to be considered

WHY WORK FOR SVPHM:
Our wonderful team pride itself on offering collaborative and compassionate care with an emphasis on patient experience. We have a focus on constant professional development and encourage all staff to up-skill and stay abreast of latest research and best practice. You will be part of an exceptional multi-disciplinary team who provides exceptional care to patients and make coming to work each day an enjoyable and rewarding experience.

Join the St Vincent's Health Australia Group, and work for a truly values based organisation, that operate across VIC, NSW and QLD

• Salary packaging available (pay less tax and increase your take-home pay!)
• Gain access to discounted gym membership through Fitness Passport
• Option to join our workplace giving program, Give4Good
• A great work-life balance with options to purchase additional leave
• Receive a staff discount on hospital admissions to any SVHA Private Hospital

APPLY NOW!
If this is the role for you, please hit the APPLY button now! Your application must include:

• Cover Letter
• Resume

We are committed to equal employment opportunity, ethical practices, the principles of cultural diversity and promote a smoke free work environment.

St Vincent's Health Australia is committed to reconciliation and encourages Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander people to apply for all advertised positions. For further information, visit https://www.svha.org.au/about-us/reconciliation or get in contact at indigenouscareers@svha.org.au.

REQUIREMENTS:
Criminal record and/or child protection checks will be conducted and will form part of the selection criteria for this role.

SVPHM has a duty of care under work health and safety legislation to eliminate and/or control the risk of transmission of vaccine preventable diseases (VPD) in healthcare settings. You are therefore required to comply with the SVHA Staff Health Screening Immunisation Policy, which, depending on the role you perform in the organisation will require you to undergo mandatory immunisations/vaccinations (including flu vaccinations).

SVHA generally requires its staff to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Please contact us if you would like to know more.

HAVE A QUESTION AND WANT TO KNOW MORE:

If you would like to discuss this opportunity, please contact Narelle Sroczynski - Nurse Unti Manager on 92188293 or narelle.sroczynski@svha.org.au