Private Nurses
Purpose
To provide comprehensive, high-quality nursing care and support, ensuring all health, wellness, and daily living needs are met to the highest standard.
Key Responsibilities
* Nursing Support: Deliver daily nursing care, including monitoring vital signs, administering medications, and responding promptly to health needs or emergencies.
* Medication Management: Oversee and document all medication administration, ensuring accuracy and compliance with medical instructions.
* Medical Appointments: Schedule, manage and accompany the client to all medical, physiotherapy, and massage appointments; communicate with healthcare professionals and relay relevant information.
* Exercise Assistance: Support and motivate the client in following prescribed exercise and rehabilitation programs.
* Transportation: Provide or arrange safe and reliable transportation for appointments, errands, and social engagements as required.
* Household Support: Manage and assist with running errands, shopping, and managing household tasks to maintain a comfortable and organized living environment.
* Domestic Duties: Perform and manage light household duties, including laundry, tidying, and meal planning/preparation, tailored to dietary and health requirements.
* Wellbeing Advocacy: Monitor and promote the client's overall wellbeing, proactively identifying and addressing any changes in health or mood.
Experience & Skills
* Demonstrated maturity, flexibility, and professionalism in both appearance and conduct.
* Proven reliability and honesty, with the ability to adapt to changing circumstances and needs.
* Valid Australian Driver's License and access to a reliable vehicle.
* Current First Aid and CPR certifications.
* Manual Handling certification.
* Experience or knowledge in disability care (highly desirable).
* Certification in medication assistance (or willingness to obtain).
* Excellent verbal and written English communication skills.
* Strong organizational and time management abilities.
* Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion at all times.
Personal Attributes & Initiative
* Self-starter with a proactive approach to daily tasks and problem-solving.
* High level of initiative and attention to detail in all aspects of care and support.
* Compassionate, patient, and respectful, with a genuine commitment to enhancing quality of life.
* Willingness to work collaboratively with family members, other staff, and healthcare professionals.
* Suited to nurses seeking to expand their experience in aged care or diversify into private, high-standard care settings.
Additional Requirements
* Flexibility to work varying hours, including weekends or evenings as needed.
If you believe you have the personal and professional attributes to be successful in this role, please apply.