Assistant in Nursing - Special Dementia Care Unit Nursing - Aged Care (Healthcare & Medical) Job Title: Assistant in Nursing - Special Dementia Care Unit Good Shepherd Lodge has been at the heart of the Mackay community since 1974, taking pride in helping our residents live life on their own terms and creating a lifestyle they love.
We operate two sites: Good Shepherd Lodge in East Mackay and Kerrisdale Gardens in Beaconsfield.
Job Summary: We are seeking compassionate and dedicated Assistants in Nursing to join our team at our Special Dementia Care Unit in Mackay, Queensland.
This warm and welcoming dementia-specific aged care unit provides specialised, person-centered care for individuals with behavioral and psychological symptoms of dementia.
The successful candidate will work alongside a multi-skilled team to stabilise and reduce symptoms over time, with the goal of transitioning residents back to mainstream placement.
Skills: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Ability to provide high-quality, person-centered care Strong understanding of dementia care practices Ability to work effectively within a team environment Responsibilities: Assist in the nursing care and support of residents with dementia in accordance with their individual care plans Assist residents with activities of daily living as needed Monitor and report changes in residents' conditions to the clinical team Work collaboratively with other healthcare professionals to provide holistic care Participate in transition out planning for residents ready for mainstream placement Requirements: Cert 3 in Individual Support or equivalent Minimum 2 COVID vaccinations National Police Check Previous experience working in aged care or a dementia-specific unit desirable Training and support provided to the right candidates This program is funded by the Commonwealth Government.
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