Specialised Dementia Advisor

HammondCare; Cardiff; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 83,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Training in dementia and palliative c

Scholarships for higher education

Referral bonus $1,000

Salary packaging up to $15,900

Job summary

HammondCare Cardiff is seeking an experienced Permanent Registered Nurse to join our team in a dementia-specific residential care home.

In a part-time clinical role, you will mentor and support a team of specialised dementia carers, contribute to care planning, and provide clinical assessments within our Model of Care.

We value patient-centred, relationship-based care and offer ongoing training and development through industry-leading programs.

Qualifications

• Current registration with AHPRA as a Registered Nurse.
• Ideally 2–3 years' experience within an Aged Care environment.
• Passion for improving the quality of life of older people living with dementia.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team and show initiative.
• Patience, empathy and a commitment to person-centred care.

Responsibilities

• Mentor, lead and support a team of specialised dementia carers.
• Partner with clinical leaders to ensure high-quality resident care.
• Provide clinical assessments and contribute to care planning.
• Support clinical decision-making and nursing oversight.
• Implement and promote comfort-focused care approaches.
• Build relationships with residents in line with HammondCare's Model of Care.
• Champion best practice dementia care and support continuous improvement.

Education

Registered Nurse with AHPRA

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Initiative & independence

Patience & empathy

Person-centred care

Aged Care experience (2-3 years)

Job description

HammondCare Cardiff are currently looking for experienced Permanent Registered Nurse to join our team.

Are you an experienced Registered Nurse looking to make a meaningful difference in the lives of older people living with dementia? We are seeking a compassionate and experienced Registered Nurse to join our dedicated team at HammondCare Cardiff, our specialised purpose-built dementia-specific residential care home.

What is the opportunity?

At HammondCare Cardiff, you will utilise your clinical skills and expertise to support an exceptional care team and help improve the quality of life of people living with dementia. HammondCare's unique Model of Care places residents' needs at the centre of everything we do. Working within a homelike environment, you will support the delivery of relationship-based, person-centred care that values each resident as an individual.

What will I be doing?

Working in a part-time clinical role, mentoring, leading and supporting a team of Specialised Dementia Carers. Partnering with fellow clinical leaders to ensure high-quality resident care and positive team outcomes. Providing clinical assessments and contributing to care planning to support the changing needs of residents. Supporting clinical decision-making and providing professional nursing oversight. Implementing and promoting comfort-focused care approaches. Building meaningful relationships with residents in line with HammondCare's unique Model of Care. Championing best practice dementia care and supporting continuous improvement initiatives.

What do I need to be successful?

• Current registration with AHPRA as a Registered Nurse.
• Ideally 2 to 3 years' experience within an Aged Care environment.
• A passion for improving the quality of life of older people living with dementia.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team while also demonstrating initiative and independence.
• Patience, empathy and a commitment to person-centred care.

About Us

HammondCare is a not-for-profit, values-based organisation committed to improving the quality of care for people in need. As one of Australia's most innovative health and aged care providers, we aim to set the global standard of relationship-based care for people with complex needs. HammondCare provides care through hospitals, residential care homes, home-based care and specialist services including dementia support, community palliative care, rehabilitation, positive ageing and older persons' mental health services.

Benefits

• Frontline team members benefit from training in our industry-leading care model, as well as specialised courses in dementia and palliative care.
• We also offer generous scholarships for higher education, along with programs designed to develop leadership and management skills.
• Plus, enjoy a $1,000 bonus for successful employee referrals.
• As a registered charity, we offer salary packaging that allows you to have up to $15,900 of your income tax free, along with the ability to spend up to $2,650 on accommodation, meals, and entertainment, all tax free.
• Pay less tax on your income and increase your take-home pay with these fantastic benefits!
• Enhance your wellbeing with Fitness Passport, offering discounted access for you and your family to local gyms, pools, and fitness centres.
• When you need additional support, our Employee Assistance Program provides free, confidential counselling sessions, ensuring you have the resources to thrive.

Equity, Diversity & Inclusion

HammondCare is committed to creating an inclusive workplace that promotes and values diversity and inclusion. We strive to create an equal employment environment where everyone, from any background, can be themselves.

All shortlisted applicants will be required to complete relevant pre-employment checks, including a criminal record check, pre-employment medical assessment and NDIS Worker Screening Check.

HammondCare does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies or associated agency fees.