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Nurse Practitioner - Canberra

Job Board • Full-time • Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia • from A$ 150.19k / year • 4d ago

Palliative Care Nurse Practitioner

Employment Type – Various Positions Available

Classification – Registered Nurse 4 G2

Title – Nurse Practitioner

Salary – $150,187 (Plus Super) pro rata

Section – Allied Health & Palliative Care

We are seeking an experienced and compassionate Palliative Care Nurse Practitioner to join our team. In this role, you will provide specialised care for patients with serious, life-limiting illnesses, focusing on pain management, symptom relief, and enhancing quality of life. You will work closely with patients, families, and the interdisciplinary care team to develop personalised care plans. Strong clinical expertise, excellent communication skills, and a deep empathy for patients and families facing challenging health conditions are essential. If you are committed to providing compassionate, holistic care, we encourage you to apply.

What Can We Offer You:

Competitive pay rates and excellent working conditions.
Salary Packaging with many options that provide full fringe benefits tax concessions.
Flexible working conditions.
1.5% Superannuation.
Employer sponsorship available.
Relocation assistance.
A supportive work environment that values diversity and inclusion.

Why Join Us?

Be part of a leading healthcare institution recognised for excellence in patient care.
Experience a vibrant community with rich cultural diversity.
Contribute to innovative healthcare solutions and practices.

About The Hospital:

Our palliative care services are tailored to each patient and are delivered by our team of Doctors, Nurses, Physiotherapists, Social Workers and Pastoral Care professionals. We focus on supporting patients and families who are dealing with a life limiting illness. Our goal is to help patients achieve dignity, comfort and maximise the quality of life as they progress into end of life

About The Role:

As a Palliative Care Nurse Practitioner, you will play a crucial role in assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating care for patients with serious, life-limiting illnesses. Your responsibilities will include:

Providing comprehensive symptom management, pain relief, and psychosocial support. support to patients and their families.
Conducting thorough assessments and developing individualised care plans to improve the quality of life for patients.
Offering education on advanced illness, treatment options, and end-of-life care tailored to each patient’s needs.
Collaborating with an interdisciplinary team to ensure holistic, patient-centred care.
Maintaining accurate documentation and advocating for compassionate, dignified care at all stages of illness.

What We’re Looking For:

Qualifications: Registered Nurse with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) AND endorsed to practice as a Nurse Practitioner by the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia ( mandatory)
Experience: Proven experience as a Nurse Practitioner, with exceptional clinical skills and expertise. Experience in the aged care sector is highly desirable, with a deep understanding of the complexities of aging, polypharmacy, Alzheimer’s disease, other dementias, and related conditions.
Commitment to Professional Development: A desire to engage in ongoing education and training