Acute Geriatrics Nurse — Flexible Hours & Impact

SA Health; South Australia; On-site; AUD 68,000 - 108,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary sacrifice benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Job summary

SA Health in South Australia is seeking an Enrolled/Registered Nurse for the Marjorie Tripp Ward, a 20-bed acute geriatrics unit. You will work with a multidisciplinary team to support older patients with frailty, falls and dementia, delivering person-centred care to uphold dignity and wellbeing.

In a fast-paced environment, you’ll collaborate to provide high-quality care while continually growing clinical skills.

Qualifications

• Registered or eligible as Enrolled/Registered Nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia
• Medication endorsement or eligible to obtain endorsement
• Commitment to person-centred care and positive patient experiences
• Ability to deliver safe, high-quality care in line with NSQHS Standards
• Strong communication skills, resilience in a busy acute care environment

Responsibilities

• Support patients with frailty, falls and dementia
• Collaborate with the multidisciplinary team to provide safe, high-quality care
• Maintain patient dignity, independence and wellbeing
• Provide care in a fast-paced acute care setting

Skills

Registration eligibility

Medication endorsement

Person-centred care

Communication skills

Resilience

Education

Nursing qualification (RN/Enrolled Nurse)

Job description

SA Health in South Australia is seeking an Enrolled/Registered Nurse for the Marjorie Tripp Ward, a 20-bed acute geriatrics unit. You will work with a multidisciplinary team to support older patients with frailty, falls and dementia, delivering person-centred care to uphold dignity and wellbeing.

In a fast-paced environment, you’ll collaborate to provide high-quality care while continually growing clinical skills.