Clinical Support Nurse in Shepparton East

Benalla Health is looking for a passionate Registered Nurse to join the Education Team on a temporary contract to support our Residential Aged Care facility. This fixed-term position is funded through a workforce capability grant and is responsible for strengthening the knowledge, skills, confidence and practice of staff working within Residential Aged Care Services (Morrie Evans Wing).

The Aged Care Clinical Support Nurse will coordinate and deliver education, coaching, mentoring and practice development activities that support the translation of evidence-based aged care practice into everyday resident care.

Key Selection Criteria:

• Demonstrated experience in residential aged care nursing practice.
• Strong understanding of the Aged Care Quality Standards.
• Demonstrated experience in clinical education, coaching and mentoring.
• Experience supporting practice change and implementation of evidence-based care.
• Strong communication, facilitation and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with managers and clinical leaders to embed sustainable practice improvement.

Benalla Health is dedicated to providing a wide range of services that prioritise optimal care and overall wellbeing for our consumers in the rural community. Our commitment to "Best Care, Every Person, Every Time" is deeply ingrained in our organisation, ensuring that our values of Respect, Empathy, Excellence, Compassion, and Accountability are upheld by both our staff and consumers.

Collaboration is at the heart of Benalla Health, with a team of just over 300 staff members. We believe that by working together within our teams and the community, we can deliver the best outcomes for our consumers. When you join Benalla Health, you become part of a vibrant and diverse work environment and community that celebrates individuality and inclusivity.

Located 200kms north of Melbourne, Benalla offers a diverse range of attractions and experiences. It is an ideal destination for wine lovers and winter sports enthusiasts alike. Benalla is also famous for its vibrant arts scene, with the Benalla Art Gallery and the town itself boasting stunning street art and captivating silo art.

Career development and opportunities to help reach your career goals, including training that delves into your chosen specialty. Flexible work practices to help create the work-life balance you need including 5 weeks annual leave and an opportunity to substitute public holidays. Boost your take-home pay with Salary Packaging opportunities including the Remote Area Benefit available to those living and working within 40km of Benalla.

The successful applicant (upon appointment) will undergo a National Police Records Check and Working with Children's Check for pre-employment safety screening purposes. Benalla Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer and has a strong commitment to Child Safety, including establishing and maintaining child safe and child friendly environments.