Nursing - Aged Care (Healthcare & Medical)About The Role:As a Registered Nurse, you will be responsible for managing all aspects of clinical care for the residents.
This will include a focus on dementia, falls management, wound care, continence management, palliative care, etc.You will be the clinical leader dedicated towards progressing the care we provide in tandem with our team of Enrolled Nurses, Companions, the broader Allied Healthcare network, as well as Families and our Residents.In this role, you will be responsible for:Providing services designed to promote healthy living, choice and independenceUndertaking assessments, developing and documenting care plansFacilitating case conferences with residents and their familiesManaging medicationsUndertaking monthly analysis of clinical indicators and making recommendations to the Director of CareCompleting documentation in an accurate and timely mannerDelivering care in accordance with the needs, goals, and preference of the residentManaging admissions (specifically clinical assessment), leave and dischargeAbout You:As someone with a proven track record of compassion, you will demonstrate kindness and empathy with the elderly and other diverse individuals.
You will possess an intuitive responsiveness to aged care residents' individual wants and needs, whilst maintaining calm, composed and optimistic when faced with stressful or high pressure situations.To succeed in this role you will need the following skills and attributes:Registered Nurse with current registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)Demonstrated experience in residential aged care nursing with particular emphasis on clinical assessments, care planning, clinical indicator analysis and medication management.Demonstrated ability in delivering clinical training through toolbox talks and undertaking competency assessment.Demonstrated ability to operate independently and professionally with limited supervision.Ability to work in a multi-skilled team environment and to communicate effectively with management, staff, and stakeholders, including medical and allied health professionalsHighly developed organisational skills and ability to determine work priorities.Understanding of the ageing process and a commitment to advocate for older people in residential care and/or home care.Commitment to ongoing professional developmentAbility to use Microsoft Office software and other desktop applications to an intermediate level.Up-to-date vaccination as required by legislation or industry best practice from time to time.Relevant qualifications in gerontological conditions such as Dementia, behaviour management, palliative care, etc.
(desirable)How to Apply:Please complete the requested work history and education information on the application page (you are welcome to include any certificates or licences under the education section) and upload your resume.If you meet the above criteria and you're interested in contributing to an organisation that values the highest level of quality in everything it sets out to achieve, we want to hear from you!Simply complete the application process by clicking the Apply Now button and we'll be in touch.#J-18808-Ljbffr