At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide complex care to high acuity clients in a supportive team environment.
- Company: Join Calvary, a leading health care provider in Australia.
- Benefits: Generous salary packaging, flexible hours, and ongoing professional development.
- Other info: Diverse and inclusive workplace with excellent career growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in the community while advancing your nursing career.
- Qualifications: Current AHPRA Nursing Registration and minimum 1 year acute experience required.
The predicted salary is between 67500 - 82500 $ per year.
Make a difference at one of Australia’s leading health care providers. Generous salary packaging benefits, ongoing professional development and supportive team environment. Join one of South Australia's largest growing clinical community teams.
About 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 term 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 medications
- IV Cannulation
- Provide complex wound care
- Accurate/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 provided
- Deliver 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 Registration
- Willing to obtain appropriate checks – NDIS and Police Clearance
- Use of own car – KM allowance provided
- Full drivers licence
- CPR and Manual handling
- Minimum 1 year acute experience
- Candidates with an understanding of the community nursing sector - Home Care Packages, Department of Veteran Affairs and Commonwealth Home Support Program will be considered favourably
- A desire to join a team committed to the care of others in a mission based organisation
About 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.
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.
Registered Nurse in Port Augusta employer: Calvary Care
Calvary is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and inclusive work culture that values the contributions of its 18,000 staff and volunteers. With flexible working arrangements across major Australian cities, generous salary packaging, and a strong focus on professional development, employees are empowered to grow their careers while making a meaningful impact in the healthcare sector.
