Clinical Nurse - Elder Care in Brisbane

About the role

Mater’s Hospital Brisbane has an exciting opportunity for a suitable qualified and dedicated Clinical Nurse to join our, Elder Care Team on a permanent, part-time role 24 hours per week.

As a Clinical Nurse for the Elder Care Team, you will be required to provided specialist nursing assessment, consultation care, discharge coordination and leadership for older people presenting to the Emergency Department, Acute Medical Unit and GEM ward. (Geriatric Evaluation and Management). The role supports early identification of frailty and geriatric syndromes, facilitates comprehensive geriatric assessment, and promotes person-centred care to improve patient outcomes and reduce avoidable functional decline and other hospital acquired complications during hospitalisation.

The role works collaboratively with medical, nursing, allied health, patients and families to support timely assessment, care planning, patient flow and safe transitions of care. It also serves as a specialist resource for the management of older patients with complex medical, functional and cognitive and psychosocial needs across the hospital.

Salary range: $57.48 - $61.55 per hourplus superannuationandaccess to not-for-profit salary packaging up to $18,550 +access to many staff benefits!

What you’ll be doing

• Contribute to comprehensive geriatric assessments for older adults with complex health needs
• Identify, assess and coordinate management of geriatric syndromes including frailty, delirium, dementia, falls risk, functional decline, malnutrition and polypharmacy
• Develop and implement individualised, goal focused, care plans in collaboration with physicians, allied health professionals, and family members
• Provide education and emotional support to patients, families and carers regarding health conditions, treatment plans and available services
• Support continuity of care by liaising with community services and primary care providers
• Completing referrals for assessments in the home through services such as My Aged Care
• Work with Medical and Allied Health Teams to assess safety for discharge home or admission to hospital in a timely manner
• Act as a clinical resource and advocate for geriatric patients within various settings of the hospital
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and staff education related to geriatric care
• Support evidence-based management of Behavioural and psychological symptoms of dementia (BPSD/Changed Behaviours)
• Support smooth transitions between acute, subacute, rehabilitation, residential aged care and community settings
• Contribute to discharge coordination to minimise readmission risk and optimise patient’s outcomes

About you

You will be driven by a challenging yet rewarding environment where you can bring your energy and experience to this dynamic ward. The successful candidate will have:

• Current AHPRA nursing registration as a Registered Nurse (no restrictions)
• Experience in emergency nursing or geriatric care preferred
• Compassion and respect for older people and their carers
• Strong assessment, communication, and clinical decision-making skills
• Commitment to patient-centred care and interdisciplinary teamwork
• Knowledge of geriatric syndromes, delirium, falls prevention, and chronic disease management
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to liaise with avariety of different stakeholders both internally and externally at various levels
• Demonstrated ability to operate both in a team environment and autonomously using initiative, sound reasoning and strong listening, negotiation and decision-making skills
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills
• Commitment to ensuring the levels of service is delivered to patients at all time

Why join us?

Mater is Queensland’s largest not-for-profit network of public and private hospitals and healthcare services, bringing together world-class expertise across healthcare, education, fundraising & philanthropy and research. With more than 14,000 employees, 13 facilities and almost 700,000 patients cared for each year, we're committed to empowering people to live better lives through improved health and wellbeing.

At Mater, our people are at the heart of everything we do. You'll join a values-driven organisation that combines compassionate care with innovation, education and research, creating meaningful career opportunities while making a genuine difference in the communities we serve.

What’s in it for you?

• Career growth opportunities across healthcare, corporate, research and leadership pathways
• Professional development and learning through Mater Education and internal development programs
• Generous salary packaging to help maximise your take-home pay by up to $18,550 per year, including up to $15,900 for everyday living expenses (such as rent, mortgage repayments and school fees) and up to $2,650 for meals and entertainment + possibility to salary package a car!
• Health and wellbeing support, including EAP, pastoral care and discounted private health insurance
• Fitness Passport access and a range of lifestyle, retail and travel discounts
• Discounted parking and reduced prices at Mater cafés and coffee outlets
• A supportive culture where your contributions are recognised and your development matters

Whether you're looking to grow your career, develop new skills or be part of something meaningful, Mater provides the opportunity to thrive while making a lasting impact.

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