Registered Nurse

Registered Nurse

About the role

We are seekingapplications fromsuitably qualified Registered Nurses to join our Low Medical Withdrawal Unit (LMWU)locatedin Midlandand Serenity Lodge based in Rockinghamas casuals.

The Registered Nurse will work within the Low Medical Withdrawal Unit (LMWU) with a team of support workers to provide withdrawal managementin accordance withthe service model and associated governance. The Nurse will work with referring General Practitioners and the multidisciplinary team to provide treatment to consumers of the LMWU. The position will alsobe responsible forconducting comprehensive assessments monitoring and development of treatment plans and exit plans.

The Registered Nurse will provide harm minimisation information/interventions and referrals for consumers and their families asrequired.

The role is offered on acasual basis. $55.66 $58.77 per hour casual loading(depending on experience) plus superannuation and shift penalties.

Our Organisation

CyrenianHouse is a leading not-for-profit non-government organisation that has beenoperatingwithin the alcohol and other drug (AOD) treatment sector since wide range of high-quality treatment services that make a positive and meaningful difference in the lives of people affected by alcohol and other drugs.

To be appointed / successful in this role you will require the following key qualificationsskills and experience:

• Approved tertiary qualification in Nursing.
• Current and ongoing registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) as a registered Nurse.
• Demonstratedexperience in conducting clinical assessments risk assessments and developing comprehensive plans for patients/consumers.
• Knowledge of alcohol and drug withdrawal symptoms and management.
• Knowledge of psychiatric medications and medication management.
• Knowledge of and experience in the management of co-occurring AOD and mental health conditions.
• Experience working with consumers from diverse backgrounds anddifferent culturalgroups.
• Demonstratedconflict resolution and de-escalation skills.
• Demonstrated and well-developed interpersonal verbal and written communication.
• Full Work Rights a current Police Clearance First Aid Certificate and a Drivers Licence.
• Experience working in an alcohol and other drugs and/or mental health clinical setting will be highly regarded.

What we offer you.

• Above award rates of pay and generous salary packaging options available.
• Professional team. Rewarding team culture with flexible working conditions.
• Unique opportunity to work in an organisation passionate about making a difference in the lives of those affected by alcohol & other drugs.
• Comprehensive orientation and induction.

How to apply

If this sounds like the role for you pleaseforwardyour application via theSeek website. Your application should include:

• cover letterstatingyour suitability for the rolein no more than two pages.
• current resume including two referees.

Shortlisting willcommenceimmediately and this opportunity will close when the position has been filled. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Please refer to the employment section on our website to download a full copy of the JDF:

For further information please contactVicki Franks @

CyrenianHouse is committed to Reconciliation and Closing the Gap. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.

Whilst this selection process will initially be used to fill the above vacancy it may also be used to fill other similar vacancies addition to this should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised vacancy then the next most suitable applicant may also be selected from this of these options remain valid for a period of six (6) months.

CyrenianHouse is a smoke-free organisation.