Calvary Home Care - Port Augusta Registered Nurse Make a difference at one of Australia's leading health care providersGenerous salary packaging benefits, ongoing professional development and supportive team environmentJoin one of South Australia's largest growing clinical community teamsAbout the role As a member of the Calvary Home Care team and as an experienced RN, you will provide care to high acuity clients from various short term/long terms programs. You will provide complex care to all clients by working both independently and as part of a team. Some of our benefits include AM/PM shifts, Fulltime/Part time work and Ongoing education/Training.
Key Responsibilities Administration of IV, IM, SC and PO medicationsIV CannulationProvide complex wound careAccurate/Timely documentation in all client records.Appropriate communication within the clinical team to ensure care is provided.Complete initial assessments/develop care plans to ensure best outcome for our clients.Monitor and update care plans to ensure appropriate care is providedDeliver education to client and families to enable best possible outcome.Recognise and respond to clinical deterioration, with appropriate escalation.What you bring Current AHPRA Nursing RegistrationWilling to obtain appropriate checks – NDIS and Police ClearanceUse of own car – KM allowance providedFull drivers licenceCPR and Manual handlingMinimum 1 year acute experienceCandidates with an understanding of the community nursing sector - Home Care Packages, Department of Veteran Affairs and Commonwealth Home Support Program will be considered favourablyA desire to join a team committed to the care of others in a mission based organisationAbout Calvary We are a leading provider of quality, integrated care that puts our patients, residents and clients at the centre of everything we do. Calvary offers flexible careers in clinical, allied health, hospitality, ICT and health administration, mission, leadership, management and more. Founded in Australia in 1885, we're one of the largest providers of health, aged and community care with over 18,000 staff and volunteers, 14 Public and Private Hospitals, 72 Residential Care and Retirement Communities and 19 Community Care Centres.
As an equal opportunity employer, we value diversity and are committed to fostering a workplace that is respectful, welcoming and inclusive where people are supported to draw strengths from their identity, culture and community. We value the integral dignity of each person and we encourage applications from First Nations peoples, people living with a disability, LGBTIQ+ people, people who have come to Australia as migrants or refugees and veterans.
Why work for Calvary? Joining us is your opportunity to learn with purpose and drive positive impact to our community in a stimulating work environment. We offer paid parental leave, salary packaging, career progression, flexible working hours and training and skills development. Calvary is also proud to be recognised as a leader in gender equality. Further details are available here.
If you are looking for a rewarding career in an organisation that supports the community, apply now! Please note the following: Only applicants with a valid right to work in Australia will be considered.As part of the application process, you may be required to participate in a health evaluation, which could include face to face assessment and drug and alcohol testing, to ensure your suitability for the role.Calvary has a vaccination requirement for all workers. You will be required to provide evidence of specific immunisation as required for your role.Please note we are unable to accept emailed applications or resumes and phone calls from recruitment agencies. #J-18808-Ljbffr