Clinical Coordinator (2IC)

You will

• Ensure clinical competences of all staff by providing education support and guidance to registered nurses, enrolled nurses and PSA's working within the facility
• Coordinate annual advanced competencies for Haemodialysis staff.
• Coordinate regular in-services for Haemodialysis staff.
• Coordinate the delivery of comprehensive nursing care for in-centre Haemodialysis clients by allocating primary patients to staff.
• Allocate and monitor staff portfolios.
• Coordinate orientation and education of new staff.
• Coordinate patient dialysis schedule and ensure appropriate staff level.
• Coordinate holiday patients' dialysis.
• Promotes patient centered activities within the clinic.
• Coordinate nursing student placement within the Haemodialysis clinic.
• Support and attend Clinical Advisory Committee meetings. Communicate relevant changes to primary nurses as applicable.
• Coordinate and maintain evidence-based policy and procedure review within the Haemodialysis clinic.
• As part of the multi-disciplinary team, collaborate with all health care practitioners/ Nephrologist in the provision of the end-stage renal failure dialysis services.
• Ensure NephroCare Asia Pacific web database is updated and completed each month.
• Actively participating in the development, implementation, evaluation and maintenance of quality improvement programs by following the Quality calendar, assisting the Dialysis Clinic Manager with Australian Council of Health Care Standards (ACHS) surveys and self-assessments as appropriate, assisting in the identification of patient needs and the adaptation of services according to appropriate recommendations, performing audits as requested and assisting in the review of policy and procedure and clinical pathways.
• Actively participates in the quality improvement process by reporting all incidents, hazards and opportunities for improvement.
• Ensures/promotes a safe, secure and healthy working environment to staff and a comfortable, safe environment for visitors and patients as detailed in the Workplace Health and Safety policy (FMEAU-28).
• Maintains accurate patient information in medical records, including Therapy Data Management System (TDMS) and abides by confidentiality and Privacy Policy.

Take the first step toward a career that truly matters.

At Fresenius Medical Care, every team member plays a vital role in improving the lives of patients with chronic kidney disease. We value your unique skills, your dedication to care, and your commitment to making a difference every single day.

Requirements

• Registered as a general nurse with AHPRA (Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency)
• Current practising certificate.
• Minimum five years current relevant nursing experience
• Holds an approved nephrology nursing qualification
• Ability to continuously reflect on nursing practice and apply learning as appropriate.
• Demonstrated organisational, decision-making and problem-solving skills, combined with the ability to be self-directed.
• Understanding of the Quality improvement process and risk management obligations
• Educational skills and demonstrated ability to train others in contemporary nursing practice
• Computer literacy
• Demonstrated commitment to quality improvement initiatives.
• Demonstrated advanced clinical competence and expertise in nephrology nursing
• Demonstrated ability to effectively perform staff and patient education
• Sound knowledge of performance improvement, nursing research and other professional issues, which impact on nursing practice
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills including the ability to operate within a multidisciplinary team
• Self-motivated with an ability to work independently
• Role Model

Desirable Requirements

• Certificate IV Training and Assessment
• Relevant post-basic qualification
• Clinical educator/adult learning experience

Location

• AUS Stirling - Clinic

• Who we are.
• At Fresenius Medical Care, we believe in the life-changing power of care.
• Every day, our people make a meaningful impact on the lives of patients around the world. That's why we put our team members at the heart of everything we do - empowering them with purpose, innovation, and support.
• If you're looking to grow your career in a place where your work truly matters, where advanced medical technology meets compassionate care, and where collaboration drives progress - we're looking for you.
• Fresenius Medical Care is a global leader in dialysis and chronic kidney disease care, united by a shared commitment to improving patient outcomes and quality of life. Join us in building a healthier future - because caring takes all of us.

• Creating a future worth living.
• For Patients.
• Worldwide.
• Every day.