About Juniper
We are proud to be one of Western Australia's biggest local aged care providers, championing individualised care that keeps our customers connected to the people, passions and places they have always loved.
Job Description
We are seeking a Casual Registered Nurse to join our friendly and supportive Home and Community Care team. Our team provides care in the Community setting and the successful candidate will visit customers in their own homes across the Metro and Wheatbelt region.
Key Responsibilities
* A key responsibility is to assess and review customer needs in consultation with case managers.
* Another important task is to conduct clinical nursing assessments including PAS & KICKA.
* Clinical nurses must also perform cognitive assessments.
* The nurse will develop, implement, and evaluate plans of care in partnership with customers and their significant others for both chronic and complex needs.
* Liaising with health care professionals is crucial to deliver quality care to customers.
* Nurses must participate in multidisciplinary team meetings.
* Full compliance with organisation, professional and aged care standards is required.
* Nurses are expected to contribute to the accurate maintenance of funding mechanisms and monitor expenditure.
Key Requirements
* A current registration with AHPRA as a Registered Nurse is essential.
* The ideal candidate should be able to relate to elderly customers with empathy while working effectively with other health professionals, service providers, and case managers.
* Strong clinical assessment skills are necessary.
* Candidates must be able to work autonomously with strong communication, organisational, and time management skills.
* Enthusiasm for professional growth and development is desirable.
* Competency with IDCs, wound care, and strategies for living with dementia would be an asset.
* Cultural awareness and sensitivity are essential.
* A current Australian driver's licence and reliable vehicle are required.
What's on Offer
* Attractive remuneration $44.76 - $56.45 per hour dependent on experience, plus 20% casual loading.
* A salary package up to $18,550 per annum tax free.
* A supportive environment with regular and ongoing professional development.
* All employees have access to Juniperks, an online platform that unlocks exclusive retail discounts, employee perks, wellness initiatives, and peer acknowledgement.
* An Employee Assistance Program with free counselling.