Job DescriptionCARE is looking for a motivated and caring vet nurse to lead our Internal Medicine Nurse team!Permanent full-time basisAttractive above-award remunerationFully equipped hospital with modern facilitiesAn industry leading team based in the heart of MelbourneCARE is a rapidly growing clinic with a busy and interesting caseload! Our Medicine team consists of two full-time and one part-time internal medicine clinicians, as well as our excellent support staff. We work closely with the specialist surgery and emergency and critical care departments, and have built a community that promotes employee wellbeing, satisfaction, and retention.The RoleThe Medicine Head Nurse position is an exciting opportunity to extend and advance your nursing career. The role will comprise of clinical and administrative duties, responsibilities including but not limited to:Co-ordination of the daily operation and tasks of the medicine department through continuous and clear communication with senior members of all departmentsCare of both hospitalised patients and outpatients, assisting in sample collection, sedation, preparation, restraint, and anaesthesia of medicine patients for further specialised diagnostics, such as ultrasound or endoscopyDaily communication with both clients and referring veterinariansOptimise scheduling of appointments and procedures throughout the weekWorking with the senior nurses in other departments to maintain cleanliness/hygiene and order of the hospitalSupervision and growth of the medicine nursing staffCo-ordination of the medicine nursing rosterMonitoring of stock levels of medicine-only consumablesEquipment maintenanceAbout YouThe ideal candidate would have a Cert IV or higher in veterinary nursing. You will be professional, genuine, and personable, with exceptional written and verbal communication skills. You will work well within our team and be able to adapt to and problem-solve any challenges that may come our way! While previous referral hospital experience is preferred, previous leadership experience is advantageous but not essential; we will help you develop your leadership skills.Interested? We would love to have you see our hospital and meet the team! Apply now via the link!
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