Palliative Care RN – Home Overnight

Calvary; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

NFP salary packaging

Discounted health insurance

Gym memberships

Paid parental leave

Training and career development

Flexible hours

Job summary

Calvary Home Care in Adelaide is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse to deliver high-quality palliative care at clients' homes and residential settings. You will work independently overnight, manage complex symptom control, educate families and coordinate with the care team.

Applicants must hold current AHPRA registration, a minimum of 2 years in palliative care, and post-graduate studies in Palliative Care; NDIs clearance and police check are required.

Qualifications

• Current AHPRA Nursing registration.
• Minimum 2 years palliative care nursing experience; community experience desirable.
• Postgraduate qualifications (or working towards) in Palliative Care.
• NDIS Clearance (or willingness to obtain).
• Police Clearance with in 6 months (or willingness to obtain).
• Use of own car – KM allowance provided; full driver's licence.
• CPR and Manual handling.

Responsibilities

• Provide care to palliative clients in home or community settings.
• Support and educate families and carers on care plans.
• Administer and prepare s/c medications and CSCI for symptom management.
• Perform wound care, IDC/SPC care and dressings as needed.
• Accurate documentation in client records; update care plans.
• Communicate with clinical team and referrers to coordinate care.
• Develop initial care plans and monitor for deterioration.
• Escalate clinical concerns promptly and participate in quality improvement.

Skills

AHPRA Nursing

Palliative Care Experience

NDIS Clearance

Police Clearance

Driver's Licence

CPR

Manual Handling

Education

Postgraduate qualifications in Palliative Care

Job description

Calvary Home Care in Adelaide is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse to deliver high-quality palliative care at clients' homes and residential settings. You will work independently overnight, manage complex symptom control, educate families and coordinate with the care team.

Applicants must hold current AHPRA registration, a minimum of 2 years in palliative care, and post-graduate studies in Palliative Care; NDIs clearance and police check are required.