Are you a passionate Registered Nurse looking to join a supportive and caring team? We have exciting Casual opportunities for you to join our team at Respect Yallambee Lodge Today!
About us: As a proud not for profit organisation since 1922, Respect Aged Care serves older residents through our high standard of care and community. Our focus is on giving back to older adults by fostering communities of belonging. Headquartered on the northwest coast of Tasmania, our philosophy is: Everyone deserves the right to a life well-lived, with dignity and respect. Our organisation is constantly growing, with many homes and thousands of residents and employees across Victoria, New south Wales and Tasmania. Respect also has home care services in multiple states, and more than 700 units in different retirement villages and independent living communities.
About the Role: The Registered Nurse (RN) is responsible to provide safe, competent and contemporary clinical nursing care to residents within the scope of practice as determined by the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA). On a day to day basis this position shall report to the Care Manager and General Manager. Indirect reports shall include other organisational management representatives.
Key Duties:
- Compile a comprehensive history from residents and/or family members to identify care needs by participating in resident admissions and ongoing assessments.
- Maintain a high level of documentation which accurately reflects care delivery.
- Develop, implement and regularly evaluate resident care plans as directed and assist with resident admission assessments.
- Assist with the direct clinical care of residents as required, which may include but not limited to personal hygiene, massage therapy, pain management and GP rounds.
- Administer medications to residents and assume responsibility for correct ordering, storage and documentation procedures in accordance with the organisation's policies and procedures.
- Current registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
- Knowledge of the Residential Classification Scale and Standards for Aged Care.
- Current National Police Certificate (or ability to acquire).
- Knowledge of the standards required by the government for the delivery of aged care.
- An understanding of the Commonwealth Aged Care Funding Instrument.
- Strong clinical and documentation skills.
- An understanding of the aged care accreditation process.
- To be considered for employment with Respect, each candidate must satisfy the legislative requirements of Aged Care Worker Screening to ensure suitability to work in the aged care industry.
- Competitive salary and entitlements.
- Pay incentives including not-for-profit salary packaging.
- Learning, development, and growth opportunities.
Registered Nurse in Gosford employer: Mareeba Aged Care
Respect Aged Care is an exceptional employer, offering a rewarding night shift opportunity for Registered Nurses at Respect Lyrebird in Victoria. As a proud not-for-profit organisation, we prioritise a supportive and caring work culture, providing competitive salaries, pay incentives through salary packaging, and ample opportunities for professional development. Join us to make a meaningful difference in the lives of older Australians while working in a collaborative environment that values dignity and respect.
