Calvary Adelaide Hospital

Clinical Nurse – Cardiac Unit

Permanent Full Time

About the role

We are seeking an enthusiastic and highly skilled Clinical Nurse to provide specialist clinical support to staff as a Clinical Nurse in the Cardiac Unit. This is an exciting opportunity to join our amazing team in the newest and largest private hospital in South Australia. We work closely with our Medical Officers to provide high quality and personalised care for our patients. The successful applicant will aim to support and entrench a culture of clinical excellence and best practice. 

• Registered with APHRA, and with a minimum of 3 years post-graduate Cardiac nursing experience, with expert knowledge in Cardiac rhythms and cardiac procedures
• Demonstrated advanced interpersonal and organisational skills in the TL role
• Demonstrated effective working relationships with Medical Practitioners, Managers, and all staff
• Strong communication, interpersonal, organisation and decision making skills
• Ability to build positive relationships with patients and their families
• The ability to work and lead a team
• Demonstrated commitment to excellence in customer service and continuous quality improvement
• Commitment to the Mission and Values of Calvary with patient-centred quality care as the primary focus of service
• Opportunity for further education via graduate diploma in Cardiac Nursing.

Benefits

This is an excellent opportunity to be a part of a leading mission based health care organisation. Our team offers a supportive and dynamic work environment with Clinical Educators, a robust education program and flexible work options.  Calvary is currently collaborating with fitness clubs and gyms on our Fitness Passport which will provide reduced membership fees for staff members at selected facilities. Staff are recognised and rewarded for their contribution to the organisation with various celebrations throughout the year including complimentary monthly breakfast, lunch or dinner. Calvary is also proud to be recognised as a leader in gender equality.

About Calvary

Founded in 1885 by the Sisters of the Little Company of Mary, Calvary is a charitable, not-for-profit, Catholic health care organisation. Our mission is to provide quality, compassionate health care to the most vulnerable, including those reaching the end of their life. With over 18,000 staff and volunteers, we have a national network of 14 Public and Private Hospitals, 72 Residential Care and Retirement Communities and 19 Community Care service centres

Calvary continues the mission of the Sisters of the Little Company of Mary, a mission focused on caring for those who are sick, dying and in need.  We express our values of hospitality, healing, stewardship and respect through “being for others” exemplified by the Spirit of Calvary and the example of Venerable Mary Potter.

As an equal opportunity employer, we value diversity and are committed to fostering a workplace that is respectful, welcoming and inclusive where people are supported to draw strengths from their identity, culture and community. We value the integral dignity of each person and we encourage applications from First Nations peoples, people living with a disability, LGBTIQ+ people, people who have come to Australia as migrants or refugees and veterans.

How to join the team

To join our diverse, compassionate and dedicated team for a rewarding Calvary career, please submit an online application.

Only applicants with a valid right to work in Australia will be considered.

As part of the application process, you may be required to participate in a health evaluation, which could include face to face assessment and drug and alcohol testing, to ensure your suitability for the role.

Consistent with our values of hospitality, healing, stewardship and respect, Calvary is committed to providing a safe environment to all workers, residents, clients and visitors. Evidence of vaccination will be required to be provided during the recruitment process.

Please note we are unable to accept emailed applications or resumes and phone calls from recruitment agencies.