Registered Nurse - Residential Aged Care (Kincumber)

Catholic Healthcare; Central Coast; On-site; AUD 67,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Tax benefits (Not-for-profit)

Fitness Passport

Paid parental leave

Job summary

We seek nurses with AHPRA registration, knowledge of aged care legislation and AN-ACC processes, plus strong clinical aging knowledge, communication skills, and IT proficiency. Not-for-profit benefits and flexible shifts are available.

Qualifications

• Current AHPRA registration following completion of a Bachelor of Nursing.
• Thorough understanding of the Aged Care Legislation and Aged Care Quality Standards.
• Demonstrated understanding of AN-ACC assessment processes.
• Strong clinical knowledge of aging-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.

Responsibilities

• Providing direct clinical nursing care to residents in line with best practice nursing procedures.
• Providing guidance to the Care Companions and Household Coordinator.
• Working in a safe manner to protect yourself, your colleagues and residents closely following all policies and procedures.

Skills

Clinical nursing

Coaching skills

Conflict resolution

Communication skills

IT skills

Education

Bachelor of Nursing

AHPRA registration

Job description

Discover a career where care goes both ways!

• New home - Holy Cross, Kincumber (Central Coast NSW)
• PT & Casual Opportunities
• Pay rate - $48.50 - $60.30 per + plus super + shift allowances + casual loading
• 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 5800 caring employees. Our Mission is to promote the dignity, life and spirituality of older people through connected and inclusive communities. At Catholic Healthcare we prioritise meaningful relationships with residents, clients and their families. We want our residents, families and clients feeling they are seen, heard and known.

We are delighted to open our new 102 bed Aged Care home, Holy Cross, implementing the Inspirit model of care. Our promise to our residents is ‘You’re first regardless’ and this speaks to our foundation of relationship-centred care.

We are looking for experienced Registered Nurses to join our team, reporting to the Clinical Manager in a Home Neighborhood that comprises 34 residents. With a consistent assignment approach to rostering, we are considering applicants that have at least 3 days work availability and ideally more. We have a comprehensive Induction Programme requiring a 1 week Monday - Friday commitment if you join the team.

The key focus areas are

• Providing direct clinical nursing care to residents in line with best practice nursing procedures
• Providing guidance to the Care Companions and Household Coordinator
• 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

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

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.