Registered Practice Nurse | Part-Time / Casual

Power Road Medical Centre in Doveton, VIC 3177, is currently seeking a Part-Time or Casual Registered Practice Nurse with at least 1 year of experience to join our friendly and supportive team.

About Us

Power Road Medical Centre is a family-oriented, yet busy medical clinic located in the heart of Doveton. We are committed to providing high-quality healthcare and a welcoming experience for all our patients. Our services include bulk-billed consultations, skin cancer checks, and a range of general practice services.

About the Role

This is a casual / Part-time position with the opportunity to transition to a permanent role for the right candidate. The position offers flexibility while providing essential nursing support within our established and growing general practice.

As a valued member of our clinical team, you will play an important role in delivering high-quality, patient-centered care, supporting our doctors with clinical services, and contributing to the smooth and efficient operation of the practice.

You will have the opportunity to work with a diverse patient population in a supportive and professional environment, while becoming an integral part of a team committed to providing excellent healthcare and positive patient experiences.

Key Responsibilities

As a Practice Nurse, you will play an integral role in supporting our doctors and delivering high-quality, patient-centered care to our patients. Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Conduct and assist with Chronic Disease Management and Care Planning, including patient follow-up and ongoing care coordination.

• Conduct comprehensive Patient Health Assessments and support preventive healthcare initiatives.

• Assist GPs with iron infusions, including patient preparation, monitoring and post-procedure care.

• Administer adult and paediatric immunisations and vaccinations in accordance with clinical guidelines and practice protocols.

• Administer travel vaccinations and provide appropriate patient education.

• Provide wound assessment, management and dressing changes, including ongoing care and follow-up.

• Conduct and assist with ear irrigation and other treatment room procedures as required.

• Assist GPs with minor surgical procedures, including preparation, patient support and post-procedure care.

• Maintain high standards of infection prevention and control, including treatment-room preparation and clinical hygiene.

• Undertake patient triage, recalls and reminder management to support timely and appropriate patient care.

• Manage clinical stock ordering and inventory control, ensuring adequate supplies are maintained efficiently.

• Participate in Quality Improvement activities and contribute to the continuous improvement of clinical services and patient care.

• Provide general clinical and nursing support to GPs and the broader medical and administrative team as required.

What We’re Looking For

We are seeking a dedicated, reliable and patient-focused Registered Nurse (RN) who meets the following requirements:

• Current unrestricted AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse (RN).

• Valid Australian citizenship, permanent residency or appropriate working rights/visa.

• Current CPR and Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

• Evidence of appropriate immunisation including COVID-19,

• Minimum 1 year of experience in general practice or a similar healthcare setting

• Strong clinical knowledge and nursing skills, with demonstrated competency in patient assessment and clinical interventions.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport with patients from diverse backgrounds.

• Strong organisational and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritise tasks effectively in a busy GP environment.

• Flexibility and willingness to work casual / parttime rostered shifts, with the potential to transition to a permanent position for the right candidate.

If you are a caring and enthusiastic Registered Nurse looking to join a friendly and professional team, we'd love to hear from you.