CCLHD - Registered Nurse - Dementia and Behaviour Support Services (DABSS) Central Coast Local Health District – Newcastle NSW
Essential Criteria: You have current authority to practice as a Registered Nurse with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA). You possess recent clinical experience with dementia patients and commitment to quality improvement, practice development and evidence-based practice. You have demonstrated effective clinical communication through the use of information technology and sound written verbal and interpersonal skills. Where You'll Be Working The DABSS team focus is to assist patients and their Carers with concerns and issues related to cognitive impairment / Dementia within the community.
The primary role of the position is to undertake community-based assessments and care planning for people with dementia using a person-centred approach. The role also includes memory screenings and the provision of education, information and support to people with dementia and their carers.
As the leading healthcare provider in the region, Central Coast Local Health District is well known for its dedication to high quality patient care and community services. CCLHD provides the community of the Central Coast with a caring environment dedicated to improving the patient journey.
What We Offer Work for the largest employer on the Central Coast Full-time employees receive an Additional Day Off (ADO) through our ADO policy and 17.5% Leave Loading on Full Time positions. Full Salary Packaging services are provided – which means you save more tax. Discounted Fitness Passport to balance your wellbeing. Professional Development through access to experienced and quality leadership. Social Club. Access to Wellbeing programs and support through our Employee Assistance Program. Child Safe Standard Commitment Central Coast Local Health District is committed to ensuring child safety in all our health services, and hospitals in every ward, emergency department, waiting room, clinic as well as our online and virtual spaces. The Central Coast Local Health District has already taken significant steps to keep children safe, though more work needs to be done to ensure that child safety is embedded in all the care that we deliver and is across all systems, policies and processes.
Our Commitment To Diversity and Inclusion At Central Coast Local Health District, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment which reflects the community and customers we serve. We actively promote the employment of women, people with a disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTIQ+ community and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
Important Information: Please note that all NSW Health workers are strongly recommended to stay up to date with Covid-19 vaccinations as recommended by the Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation in the Australian Immunisation Handbook. However, Covid-19 vaccination is not a condition of employment.
Applications Close: Sunday, 17 November 2024 at 11:59pm
For role-related queries or questions contact Maxine Whalen
Phone: 0429 061 ***
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