At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide compassionate nursing care and support to older residents in a community-focused environment.
- Company: Respect Aged Care, a not-for-profit organisation dedicated to enhancing the lives of older adults.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, salary packaging, and opportunities for professional growth and development.
- Other info: Join a growing organisation with a commitment to dignity and respect for all residents.
- Why this job: Make a meaningful impact in the lives of older Australians while working in a supportive team.
- Qualifications: Current AHPRA registration and strong clinical skills required.
The predicted salary is between 90000 - 105000 $ per year.
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, Tasmania, Queensland, South Australia and Western Australia.
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.
Essential Requirements
- 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.
- *The successful candidate will receive a base salary between the range $90,000 - $105,000
Benefits
- Competitive salary and entitlements.
- Pay incentives include not-for-profit salary packaging.
- Learning, development, and growth opportunities.
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Registered Nurse in Preston employer: Respect Group
Respect Aged Care is an exceptional employer that prioritises the well-being of its employees and residents alike. With a strong commitment to professional development, competitive salaries, and the unique advantage of not-for-profit salary packaging, our team enjoys a supportive work culture that fosters growth and community engagement. Located in the beautiful northwest coast of Tasmania, we offer a meaningful career where you can truly make a difference in the lives of older adults.
