Nurse Practitioner - Aged Care - Gippsland, VIC Permanent Role

Skilled Nursing; Wellington; On-site; AUD 149,000 - 152,000; Full time

Job summary

Gippsland Lakes Complete Health is seeking a Nurse Practitioner to provide autonomous and collaborative clinical care for older people in East Gippsland and Wellington Shires. The role focuses on advanced nursing management for dementia and cognitive impairment within aged care, with strong GP collaborations and an integrated service approach.

The position is a permanent EFT (negotiable) with a salary range of AU$149,267–AU$152,092 per annum (pro-rata) plus superannuation, and an opportunity to

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience of 5 years or more working in dementia or specialist aged care in a senior nursing role.
• AHPRA recognised Registered Nurse qualification
• Endorsement as Nurse Practitioner
• Relevant experience in speciality area (or comparable role)

Responsibilities

• Provide autonomous and collaborative clinical care while contributing to improved access to comprehensive assessment, care and support for older people and people experiencing changes in cognition, memory, communication, attention, thinking and problem-solving.
• Provide advanced nursing knowledge and skills in the assessment and management of clients with cognitive impairment and associated symptoms within the defined scope of practice and model of care.
• Establish and maintain strong collaborative working relationships with local GPs and key service providers through clear, concise, open and transparent communication.
• Facilitate interdisciplinary case meetings and care plan development, implementation and reviews as required.
• Facilitate an integrated service response that incorporates access to specialist care according to clinical priority, context and complexity and best practice care.
• Demonstrate comprehensive knowledge and understanding of, and practice in accordance with, professional standards, codes of conduct and relevant legislation and regulations as determined by the Nursing & Midwifery Board of Australia, Australian Nursing & Midwifery Council and other professional organisations relevant to the advanced practice role.

Education

AHPRA Registered Nurse

Nurse Practitioner Endorsement

Job description

Nurse Practitioner - Aged Care - Gippsland, VIC Permanent Role

Unit/Team: Clinical and Nursing Services - Home & Community Based Nursing Team

Location: East Gippsland and Welllington Shires

Details

Title: Nurse Practitioner

Unit/Team: Clinical and Nursing Services - Home & Community Based Nursing Team

Location: East Gippsland and Welllington Shires

Position type: Permanent EFT (negotiable)

Salary:$149,267 - $152,092 per annum (pro-rata), plus superannuation

The Position

• provide autonomous and collaborative clinical care while contributing to improved access to comprehensive assessment, care and support for older people and people experiencing changes in cognition, memory, communication, attention, thinking and problem-solving.
• Provide advanced nursing knowledge and skills in the assessment and management of clients with cognitive impairment and associated symptoms within the defined scope of practice and model of care.
• Establish and maintain strong collaborative working relationships with local GPs and key service providers through clear, concise, open and transparent communication.
• Facilitate interdisciplinary case meetings and care plan development, implementation and reviews as required.
• Facilitate an integrated service response that incorporates access to specialist care according to clinical priority, context and complexity and best practice care.
• Demonstrate comprehensive knowledge and understanding of, and practice in accordance with, professional standards, codes of conduct and relevant legislation and regulations as determined by the Nursing & Midwifery Board of Australia, Australian Nursing & Midwifery Council and other professional organisations relevant to the advanced practice role.

Health Service

Gippsland Lakes Complete Health is one of rural Victoria's largest community health organisations, employing over 500 staff and 300 volunteers to deliver health and support services across East Gippsland. Our vision is for our people and communities to live well. We do this by responding to current and emerging needs - delivering innovative services, information and assistance and collaborating with other health providers for greater impact. Our purpose is to improve the health and wellbeing of the people of East Gippsland by providing health and social care. We provide these services from seven locations and via outreach to nearby and remote communities. Services include medical, allied health, aged and disability support and in-home services, family support and counselling, early education and childcare, and specialist health services. As a not-for-profit organisation built on strong values since 1975, our people are our greatest asset. We have created a positive and supportive workplace with solid leadership and a communicative approach and offer flexibility, a healthy work-life balance, professional development, and career advancement opportunities. Equity, diversity, and inclusion are at the core of who we are. We welcome all people irrespective of ethnicity, faith, sexual orientation and gender identity, and have established a safe and inclusive environment for staff and visitors. For more information about us, visit glch.org.au.

The Location

The Gippsland Lakes region offers a unique blend of a water-centric lifestyle, lower living costs, and a tight-knit community feel. It is a premier choice for remote workers, retirees, and families looking to trade city traffic for nature.

Essential Criteria

• Demonstrated experience of 5 years or more working in dementia or specialist aged care in a senior nursing role
• AHPRA recognised Registered Nurse qualification
• Endorsement as Nurse Practitioner
• Relevant experience in speciality area (or comparable role)

About Skilled Nursing

Skilled Nursing is a nursing division within Skilled Medical Pty Ltd, a leader in international health and Medical Recruitment placement for short-term and permanent roles.

Skilled Medical is a doctor-led company with 15 years of industry experience, and is an international Medical Recruitment agency that helps qualified medical professionals with their career in Australia, New Zealand, the United Kingdom and Ireland.

With local offices located in Melbourne and London, we provide a personalised service to assist Nurses like yourself in finding their next role within the healthcare industry.