Northern Adelaide Local Health Network – Lyell McEwin Hospital – Elizabeth ValeSalary: $84,870 - $107,279 p.a.
– RN2CTemporary Full-Time, up to 12 months About the Role:Embark on a rewarding career path as a Dementia Support Clinical Nurse, where you'll have the opportunity to positively impact the lives of individuals living with dementia and their families.As a Dementia Support Clinical Nurse, you'll be responsible for collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to develop and implement specific dementia care pathways to enhance the care of individuals and their families.
You will also lead dementia pathway education throughout the wards to facilitate a common understanding across the multidisciplinary teams to assist in the progression of care for this patient cohort.
These areas of focus will support a more streamlined approach to the care of patients living with dementia who require additional supports to promote a positive quality of life.
To excel in this position, you'll need a strong clinical background, exceptional communication skills, able to work independently and achieve deadlines, and a genuine passion for improving the lives of those affected by dementia.
You'll also have the opportunity to contribute to the development and implementation of best practices, participate in ongoing professional development, and engage in research initiatives that drive positive change in dementia care.To be eligible for this position, you must be registered or eligible for registration as a Nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia and hold, or be eligible to hold, a current practicing certificate.About You:Are you a dedicated, compassionate and enthusiastic Registered Nurse looking for an opportunity to join a dynamic, growing healthcare network where you will be part of a supportive team driving high quality care to the community?
If so, then this could be the opportunity for you.
This position will offer you professional growth opportunities within a supportive and inclusive culture.This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to a passionate, highly driven, dedicated and progressive team.About Us:The Northern Adelaide Local Health Network (NALHN) serves over 400,000 people in northern Adelaide with a comprehensive range of high-quality medical services, including emergency, surgical, obstetric, neonatal, paediatric, oncology, geriatric, palliative care and rehabilitation, and mental health care.
Recently, NALHN has upgraded its facilities and plans to expand further.
The network provides primary health care with a focus on community health promotion and chronic disease management.
With nearly 6,500 employees, NALHN emphasises quality care and a supportive work environment guided by respect, integrity, and accountability.
Our core values foster excellence, innovation, and equitable health outcomes.At NALHN Everyone Has a Story, Everyone Matters, Everyone Contributes and Everyone Grows.Benefits of working at NALHN:From salary packaging to flexible working arrangements, a large range of opportunities for movement and career progression, you'll find there are lots of benefits of working with Northern Adelaide Local Health Network.Salary packaging is an option for saving money by paying for some of your everyday expenses from your salary before it is taxed.Relocation assistance may be available for successful applicants from interstate or overseas.NALHN supports and fosters a culture in which employees feel they belong and feel safe at work.
The culture aims to encourage all people to use their talents and to be valued and rewarded for their contributions.The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time.
Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check.Check(s): DHS Working With Children Check (WWCC)National Police Certificate (NPC) for employment involving unsupervised contact with vulnerable groups required for this position (e.g.
aged care employment or work involving vulnerable clients) Immunisation Risk for this position is – Category A (direct contact with blood or body substances)SA Health Services are required to implement the in the workplace.Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are encouraged to apply.
Job Ref: 880557Enquiries:Bek LambNursing DirectorPhone: (08) 8282 0248 Application Closing Date:8 November 2024 – 11.55PMRole Description: * Refer to the SA Health Career Website – for further information.