Performs nursing care to client/participant in accordance with an established plan of care in accordance with Right at Home policies and procedures, and all other laws and relevant professional standards.
Key ResponsibilitiesKnowledge of the aged care industry/issues or Community Home Care, Continuous Quality Improvement, the Aged Care Quality Principles and the Aged Care Quality Standards – EssentialPrevious experience in Aged Care or related discipline – DesirableKey Selection CriteriaCurrent AHPRA registration as a Registered NurseAppropriate qualifications and a demonstrated commitment to the Aged Care Sector and the Home and community care environmentAustralian Federal Police Clearance CertificateDriver's License and comprehensively insured dependable private vehicleProven ability to assess, plan, implement and evaluate care and services for client/participants in the In-Home Community Care environmentKnowledge of the Aged Care & Community Care Sector, Continuous Quality Improvement, Legislation, Community Care Common Standards, and Community Care Charter of Rights and ResponsibilitiesDemonstrated ability to lead and actively contribute to organisationDemonstrated excellence in interpersonal/communication skills (written and oral), and an ability to lead and motivate the Care Team in the achievement of organisational goalsDemonstrated understanding of the roles and relationships between the Registered Nurse, Enrolled Nurse, Personal Care Assistance, and Companion Care WorkersDemonstrated ability to assist in the provision of holistic client/participant-centred care using a systematic approachDemonstrated ability to communicate effectively with Client/participants/significant others and other members of the Care TeamDemonstrated ability to maintain and promote the safety of client/participants, self and others, including a knowledge of emergency procedures and Work Health and SafetyDemonstrated knowledge of the Legislation applicable to the Role of the Registered Nurse in the Home Care environmentQualificationsCurrent AHPRA RegistrationRelevant tertiary qualification, Bachelor of Nursing (or equivalent)Aged Care, Management – DesirableCertificate in a specific nursing related discipline (Dementia care, geriatric nursing, palliative care) - DesirablePreferred SkillsMeets the competency levels for the Registered Nurse as set out by the Australian Nursing & Midwifery Council (ANC) guidelines, and particular organisational requirements. Aged Care Quality Standards & the Code of Conduct for Aged Care and NDISFulfils the obligations of the Nursing Role for the Registered Nurse including Code of Ethics and Code of ConductEstablishes and maintains effective communication and harmonious working relationshipsUpdates knowledge and skills by pursuing continuing professional developmentTime management and organisational skillsAbility to develop/implement and evaluate organisational and client/participant focused documentation and systemsAnalytical and report writing skillsAbility to create and promote a positive and supportive culture where all staff are valuedAbility to manage, direct and supervise staff, coordinating and assessing work activitiesProblem solving, negotiation and conflict resolution skillsComputer literacyNursing skills including wound care and medication managementSpecialised nursing skills including tracheostomy care, dysphagia management and dementia care – desirableKnowledge of high prevalent risks, risk assessments, risk mitigationAbility to undertake holistic assessments and create risk informed person-centred care plans
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