About Us: At Uniting AgeWell, our focus is on supporting older people to experience a sense of wellbeing, choice and independence in their lives, to feel valued members of their community and to have easy access to the community or residential services they need to live the life they want.
With a range of services in many locations in Victoria and Tasmania, our 4300 staff and 600 volunteer staff are committed to high quality services and care.
Uniting AgeWell provide a workplace culture based on the BEST philosophy – Believe, Excel, Support and Trust – underpinned by our values of Kindness, Respect, Integrity, Innovation and Inclusion , and our customer service charter and promise that shape and inform all that we do.
More information can be found on the Uniting AgeWell website - www.unitingagewell.org Why choose Uniting AgeWell - Strath-Haven Easy to access with public transport and free on/off site parking Above award hourly rates Salary packaging benefit up to $15,900 + $2,650 annually Annual Leave loading Career pathways , education and training opportunities Comprehensive Employee Assistance Program available 24/7 for our staff Enhanced Parental Leave options Location options - move within our Uniting AgeWell network (Victoria and Tasmania) Not for profit, values-based organisation About the role: Provide leadership and supervision to Personal Care Workers and support Registered Nurses in their role to promote a harmonious team approach to the delivery of resident care at Uniting AgeWell Strath-Haven in Bendigo Deliver high quality, person centered care to residents and families, including consideration for cultural, spiritual and individual needs Provide nursing care to residents with complex needs such palliative care, dementia support, restorative care and pain management to enhance their wellbeing To support nursing staff regarding assessment and care planning processes, documentation and evaluation of care outcomes Analyse risk, implement strategies and participate in clinical handover with Registered Nurses Promote a harmonious team approach by acting as a role model in coordinating daily routines and adhering to safe practice measures in medication management in consultation with the Registered Nurses Casual opportunity About you: You are passionate about what you do and want to make a difference in the lives of our residents to support them to live life to their potential!
Current registration with AHPRA as a Medication Endorsed Enrolled Nurse (Div 2) Experienced as an EEN in residential aged care/ home care (preferred) Experience with dementia care and palliative care support (desired) Proficiency in decision making, critical analysis and on the spot problem solving Demonstrated abilities to delegate and prioritise in a fast paced environment with exemplary communication skills in a team and one on one interactions with all levels of care partners Happy to be available for 3 or 4 shifts in a row including a Saturday or a Sunday Thrive in a team and also appreciate the one to one interactions Are committed to being part of a workplace culture based on the BEST way of life (Believe, Excel, Support and Trust) Essentials for working in Aged Care: A current Working With Children Check card Current and ongoing flu vaccinations Australian working rights Ability to pass a national police clearance Make a positive difference in your community – apply now!
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are encouraged to apply for this role.
You can access the position description here: Enrolled Nurse PD.pdf For more information please contact the Recruitment Team at ******.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
We look forward to hearing from you!