Travelling Team Leader (EN Qualified)

Calvary Care; Berri; On-site; AUD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Living Away from Home Allowance

Accommodation provided

Salary packaging

Staff benefits

Professional development

Job summary

Calvary Care is seeking a Team Leader (EN Qualified) in the Riverland region of South Australia to oversee nursing care, support the Clinical Care Coordinator, and supervise shifts across the home. The role requires medication administration experience, wound care skills and a commitment to resident wellbeing.

You will work in a supportive team with ongoing professional development, travel and accommodation support, and a Living Away from Home Allowance.

Qualifications

• Must hold Diploma of Enrolled Nursing with APRHA registration to administer medications.
• Strong communication and listening skills to coordinate care.
• Knowledge of WH&S and infection control best practices.
• Demonstrated integrity, reliability and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Provide social and emotional support to residents and ensure person-centred care.
• Coordinate care needs across the home including medication management.
• Lead/supervise shifts and support the Clinical Care Coordinator and RN.
• Ensure dignity, respect and quality care in all interactions.

Skills

Communication skills

IT literacy

National police check

WH&S knowledge

Infection control

Education

Diploma of Enrolled Nursing (APRHA Registration)

Job description

• Make a difference while exploring new places with one of Australia's largest not-for-profit health care providers
• Attractive Living Away from Home Allowance with travel and accommodation provided
• Enjoy salary packaging, staff benefits, and ongoing professional development in a supportive team environment

  We're seeking a Team Leader (EN Qualified) with medication administration and wound care experience to join a supportive aged care team in the heart of South Australia's stunning Riverland region - known for its relaxed lifestyle, riverside walks, and local wineries.

  Calvary provides paid accommodation, flights*, and a generous Living Away from Home Allowance (LAFHA) to help you make the most of your time away.

  If you're ready to pack your bags and make a difference, we'd love to hear from you!

  About the role

  The Team Leader (EN Qualified) plays an integral role in the provision of high-quality care to our residents at all times. The Team Leader supports the Clinical Care Coordinator and Registered Nurse to supervise and coordinate care to the residents across the home whilst actively ensuring the individual needs, wishes and goals of each resident is met within an environment where they feel supported, valued and treated with dignity and respect.

  Key responsibilities

  • Provide social and emotional support to all residents ensuring that care provision is holistic and person centred.
  • Support the coordination of the care needs of residents across the home including medication management, nutrition and hydration, pressure care management
  • Lead/supervise care on the shift, within their designated wing or area.
  • Perform medicine related tasks in accordance with scope of qualification, state or territory legislation, regulation and Calvary policies, procedures for delegation and supervision.

  About you

  • Relevant qualifications:
    • Diploma of Enrolled Nursing (with APRHA Registration to administer medication)
  • High level of commitment, integrity, honesty and trustworthiness
  • An effective listener with the ability to communicate at all levels both orally and in writing
  • Ability to understand and use information technology and programs and to learn new skills as required.
  • Current National police check
  • Working knowledge of WH&S and Infection Control
  • A desire to join a team committed to the care of others in a mission-based organisation

  Why work for Calvary?

  At Calvary, our staff matter.

  Join our team, learn with purpose and drive positive impact in one of Australia's largest healthcare providers across Public and Private Hospitals, Residential Aged Care and Home Care.

  With over 10 years’ experience and 18,000 staff and volunteers, we offer an inclusive and welcoming culture where you are valued, drawing on your own strengths, identity and background alongside a team of professionals who care for our patients, residents and clients.

  Your benefits

  • NFP salary packaging benefits
  • Discounted health insurance and gym memberships
  • Paid parental leave
  • Ongoing training and professional development
  • Career progression opportunities
  • Flexible working arrangements
  • Travel and accommodation support for placements

  We are not accepting applications and referrals from agencies.

  Please note the following:

  As part of the application process, you will be required to complete pre-employment checks which may include, but is not limited to reference checks, work rights, criminal history check, NDIS checks, and a health evaluation to ensure suitability for the role.

  You will be required to provide evidence of immunisation as required for your role.

  For further information please contact Jane Wong at [e-mail]