Urgent Care Practice Nurse

Join a growing Urgent Care service and take your nursing career to the next level.

About ForHealth

ForHealth is one of Australia’s leading providers of primary healthcare, with 95+ medical centres, more than 1,500 independent practitioners and over 8 million patient consultations each year.

Our Urgent Care service provides accessible care for patients who require prompt medical attention but do not need emergency department treatment.

We are seeking experienced Registered Nurses to join our Urgent Care team and play an important role in delivering safe, high-quality and patient-centred care.

About the Role

As a Registered Nurse, you will provide high-quality nursing care, conduct patient triage and work closely with Urgent Care Medical Practitioners.

You’ll work in a fast-paced clinical environment where you can further develop your skills and gain valuable experience across wound care, plastering and assisting with clinical procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct timely and accurate nursing triage for patients presenting to Urgent Care.
• Assess patient needs and prioritise care appropriately.
• Recognise clinical deterioration and escalate patients when required.
• Provide high-quality nursing and procedural care.
• Perform wound care and plastering and assist with clinical procedures.
• Work collaboratively with Medical Practitioners and the wider clinical team.
• Provide compassionate, patient-centred care to patients, families and carers.
• Provide appropriate health education and information to patients.
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation.
• Work effectively in a fast-paced and changing environment.
• Contribute to workplace health and safety initiatives and promptly report incidents and hazards.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse.
• Minimum 3 years’ experience as a Registered Nurse.
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in one or more of the following:
  • Emergency Department nursing
  • Nursing triage
  • ICU/CCU nursing
  • Rural or remote nursing
• Demonstrated ability to recognise patient deterioration and escalate appropriately.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to work autonomously and delegate appropriately.
• A genuine commitment to patient-centred care.
• Availability to work evenings and weekends.

Previous triage, Emergency Department or rural/remote nursing experience will be highly regarded.

Successful applicants will be required to provide a Working with Children Check and, where applicable, National Police and International Police Checks.

Why Join ForHealth?

Competitive remuneration
Earn above-award rates.

Better work-life balance
Enjoy the benefit of no overnight shifts.

Career development
Access ongoing training, professional development and career support.

Clinical development
Expand your skills across wound care, plastering and clinical procedures.

Comprehensive induction
Receive a structured introduction to our Urgent Care service.

Growing healthcare network
Be part of an expanding Urgent Care model across Australia.

Our Benefits

• 20% off dental treatments for you and your family.
• Health insurance discounts.
• Fitness Passport discounted gym benefits for you and your family.
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Everyday savings on groceries, retail, utilities and more through Flare.
• Salary packaging options, including novated leases.
• ForHealth branded uniforms provided.
• Free onsite parking at our medical centres.
• Ongoing training and professional development.
• No overnight shifts.

Commitment to Child Safety

ForHealth is committed to maintaining a child-safe and inclusive environment.

Successful candidates must:

• Comply with our child safety policies and Code of Conduct.
• Complete mandatory child safety training on commencement and annually.
• Maintain professional standards that support the safety and wellbeing of children and vulnerable people.

Diversity & Inclusion

ForHealth is committed to creating a safe, respectful and inclusive workplace.

We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, culturally and linguistically diverse communities, the LGBTIQA+ community, veterans, carers, refugees and people of all ages.

Apply Now

If you’re an experienced Registered Nurse looking to develop your clinical skills and be part of a growing Urgent Care service, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now and join ForHealth in delivering accessible, high-quality healthcare to the community.