Registered Nurse - Maranatha Lodge - Batehaven

Catholic Healthcare; Pine Lodge; On-site; AUD 67,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Parental leave

Long Service leave

Fitness Passport

Job summary

Catholic Healthcare in Australia is seeking aRegistered Nurse to provide direct clinical nursing care to residents in our aged care home. Reporting to the Care Manager, you will lead a personal care team, coach staff, and ensure safe, compassionate care in line with best practice.

You will hold current AHPRA registration and a Bachelor of Nursing, with knowledge of aged care legislation and the AN-ACC assessment process.

Qualifications

• Current nursing registration (AHPRA) and full nursing practicing certificate.
• Understanding of Aged Care Legislation and Quality Standards.
• Knowledge of AN-ACC assessment processes.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct clinical nursing care to residents in line with best practice.
• Act as Team leader with coaching and supervision of care staff.
• Adhere to policies and maintain safe working practices.

Skills

Nursing care

Team leadership

Communication

IT literacy

Education

Bachelor of Nursing

Tools

Aged care software

Job description

Discover a career where care goes both ways!

• Location - Batehaven
• PPT shifts
• Week 1 - Tues 2.30pm-10pm, Thurs & Fri 6:45pm – 3pm
• Week 2 - Mon, Tues – 6:45am – 3pm
• Flexibility to cover Annual Leave shifts
• Pay rate – $48.50 - $60.30 per hour+ superannuation
• Not for profit employer, so you pay less tax!

Exciting things are happening at Catholic Healthcare! We have been caring for people for more than 30 years and have grown to employ over 6000 caring employees. Our Mission is to promote the dignity, life and spirituality of older people through connected and inclusive communities.

Reporting directly to the Care Manager, you will be providing a high standard of nursing clinical care with an individual, person centered approach to all residents within our residential aged care home.

About The Role

• Providing direct clinical nursing care to residents in line with best practice nursing procedures
• Acting as Team leader, providing coaching, supervision, and guidance to the personal care team
• Working in a safe manner to protect yourself, your colleagues and residents closely following all policies and procedures

To be successful in this role you’ll need

• A kind heart and genuine passion for providing high quality care to the elderly
• Current AHPRA registration following completion of a Bachelor of Nursing or similar
• Thorough understanding of the Aged Care Legislation and Aged Care Quality Standards
• Demonstrated understanding of AN-ACC assessment processes
• Strong clinical knowledge and understanding of the aging process, particularly age – related health issues
• Strong coaching/training skills
• Effective conflict resolution skills with a high level of emotional intelligence
• Strong communication skills and a positive attitude
• Competent IT skills
• Willingness to apply for a Police Check and NDIS clearance

What We Can Offer You

• Competitive hourly pay rate
• Not-for-profit tax benefits so you pay less tax
• Fitness Passport discounted gym benefits
• Paid Parental leave
• Long Service leave after 5 years
• 40+ Locations across NSW and QLD if you choose to move
• A values-based organisation that welcomes applicants from all faiths and backgrounds

We know you have many choices of employer - choose Catholic Healthcare where you can make a positive impact and be well rewarded.

Catholic Healthcare acknowledges the Traditional Owners and Custodians of the lands on which we live, work and dream. We pay our respects to their Indigenous Elders past and present, for they hold the traditions, culture, and hopes of their people as we journey towards reconciliation. We welcome and encourage applications from people across our diverse community, especially from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants. We believe everyone has the right to feel safe, respected, valued and heard regardless of their gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity or disability.