Overview
We are looking for a dedicated Endorsed Enrolled Nurse to join our team at Lyndoch Living in Warrnambool, providing exceptional nursing care to our residents. This is a Full-time position.
The Organisation
As a proud not-for-profit organisation since 1922, Respect Aged Care serves older residents through our high standard of care and community. Our focus is on giving back to older adults by fostering communities of belonging. Headquartered on the northwest coast of Tasmania, our philosophy is: "Everyone deserves the right to a life well-lived, with dignity and respect." Our organisation is constantly growing, with many homes and thousands of residents and employees across Victoria, New South Wales and Tasmania. Respect also has home care services in multiple states, and more than 700 units in different retirement villages and independent living communities.
The Position
As an Endorsed Enrolled Nurse (EN) at Respect, you will be responsible for delivering safe and competent clinical nursing care to residents while adhering to the standards set by the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA). You will work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team to promote the health and well-being of our residents.
Key Duties & Responsibilities
* Compile a comprehensive history from residents and/or family members to identify care needs by participating in resident admissions and ongoing assessments.
* Maintain a high level of documentation which accurately reflects care delivery.
* Complete ACFI assessments and documentation as required for the shift and contribute to the maximization of income.
* Assist to implement, contribute to and evaluate resident care plans as directed by your supervisor.
* Administer medications to residents and assume responsibility for correct ordering, storage and documentation procedures in accordance with the organisation's policies and procedures.
Requirements
* Successful completion of a minimum Diploma of Nursing or equivalent.
* Minimum 2 years post graduate experience, preferably in aged care.
* Current registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) as an Endorsed Enrolled Nurse.
* Knowledge of the Residential Classification Scale and Standards for Aged Care.
* Current National Police Certificate (or ability to acquire).
* Knowledge of the standards required by the government for the delivery of aged care.
* An understanding of the Commonwealth Aged Care Funding Instrument.
* Strong clinical and documentation skills.
* An understanding of the aged care accreditation process.
The successful candidate will receive an annual salary in the range of $68,000 - $80,000 exclusive of super.
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