Registered Nurse – Aged Care in Cobden

The role of the Registered Nurse (RN) is to use a problem solving approach to assessment, planning and delivery of nursing care in accordance with Aged Care Act and Principles, Statutory Legislation, Australian Standards and Industry Codes of Practice and Accreditation Standards. The RN works within their scope of practice and competence, and acts as a clinical leader. The RN will provide direct care to residents based on individual assessments and is responsible for performing established nursing procedures for individuals or groups of residents. The RN is required to conduct evaluations of individual resident care and supervise and provide support and guidance to staff, including enrolled nurses and personal care workers. Consultation with other health professionals is required to coordinate and achieve the highest quality resident care. The Registered Nurse may be offered shifts as Nurse in Charge on PM and Night shifts and weekends as part of the shifts available, with this expertise to be in charge of the facility after hours.

Key responsibilities

• Work collaboratively with the Director of Care to provide quality nursing services to residents in accordance with Cobdenhealth Policies and Procedures, ANMC Standards, ANMC Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct and common law affecting nursing practice.
• Admit and assess new residents, including the development of interim care plans.
• Support residents and their family when dealing with resident clinical care needs.
• Undertake resident assessments and preparation and reviews of care plans, particularly for residents with complex needs, including palliative care.
• Review resident care plans in consultation with care staff, the resident, the GP and the families according to the facility schedule.
• Ensure any clinical care needs are managed and communicated in a professional, accountable and timely manner.
• Manage resident emergency situations, injuries and incidents in consultation with the Director of Care and health care professionals.
• Provide advice and support to Enrolled Nurse and Personal Care staff in respect of resident care issues, and determine and implement appropriate clinical interventions and management strategies.
• Organise and liaise with external health professionals in respect of resident needs.
• In the absence of the Director of Care, the RN is responsible for continuing service provision at the facility and responding to any emergencies.

About you

• Bachelor of Nursing (or equivalent).
• Current AHPRA Registered Nurse registration and Practising Certificate.
• Minimum of 3 years post-registration nursing experience.
• Current and satisfactory NDIS screening check.
• Comprehensive clinical knowledge, particularly to age related health issues.
• High level clinical decision making skills.
• Understanding of, and commitment to continuous quality improvements.
• Practical experience with AN-ACC and Strengthened Aged Care Quality Standards.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills including demonstrated experience interacting with a wide range of people.
• Competent in use of technology systems, programs and reporting applicable to the environment.

About us

Cobden District Health Services Inc., trading as Cobdenhealth is an all-inclusive health service providing quality care and well-being options for the local community and south west Victoria. We provide exceptional care in our accredited 60 bed residential aged care facility and support people in their own homes by managing and delivering Level 2 and 4 Home Care Packages (HCP). Our diverse range of allied health, counselling, therapeutic, dental prosthetics and community services support people to achieve their health goals. Cobdenhealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Attractive salary packaging options available.