About us
Cooinda is an award winning not for profit aged care facility, with a proud 50+ year history of providing outstanding person-centred care for older people and their families.
Today, Cooinda is a major employer and a significant financial contributor to Benalla and the wider community.
About the role
To succeed in this role, you will be an experienced Registered Nurse who will provide clinical supervision and expertise to ensure that direct resident care services are delivered to the highest standard and in accordance with regulatory and legislative requirements.
You will also assist with the implementation of continuous improvement initiatives, staff management and effectively contribute to a multi-disciplinary team.
Provide effective team leadership, and resolution of team issues, to ensure the highest standard of care is maintained.
Provide clinical support and advice to care staff in areas related to resident care.
Assist & support the Executive Manager Clinical Care and Clinical Care Coordinator in implementing care and maintaining effective work relationships.
Provide a senior point of contact for residents, their families, community, and external service providers in respect of the team e.g.
liaison, conflict management, complaints, incidents and ensuring good interpersonal relations are established and maintained.
Review, design and implement appropriate service improvement for the achievement of efficient and effective outcomes for residents.
Participate and ensure compliance with all facility policy and procedures.
Actively participate in the accreditation applications, site visits and continuous improvement plan.
Ensure adequate stock is available at all times to enable the delivery of optimum care in a cost effective manner.
Liaise with medical practitioner re resident's clinical needs as required.
Ensure care plans are individualised and reflect the specialised care needs of the resident, and monitor that objectives are achieved.
Participate in service development by liaising and networking with other health care professionals, community groups and agencies including attendance at industry association meetings.
Refer residents to appropriate service providers as necessary.
Undertake technical procedures confidently and safely.
Monitor procedures to protect the privacy, dignity and confidentiality of residents and staff are maintained at all times.
Satisfactory demonstration of the national competencies for a Registered Nurse (AHPRA).
Oversee the management and administration of medication to residents by care staff to meet resident's requirements.
The successful applicant should have:
Registered Nurse qualification and current registration with AHPRA.
Minimum of 2 years nursing experience (experience in residential aged care would be an advantage).
Ability to provide Leadership and supervision to Personal Care Workers and Enrolled Nurses and promote and implement a holistic team approach to the delivery of resident care.
Ability to support staff in implementation of care to the residents.
Gerontology certificate or evidence of continuing studies in Aged Care.
Sound knowledge of the Australian National Aged Care Classification funding model (AN-ACC).
Sound knowledge of Wound & Pressure Area Management and Falls Prevention Strategies.
Evidence of success in planning, delivering, and evaluating care of the aged person affected by medical and aged related conditions.
Knowledge of relevant Aged Care programs and the Aged Care Quality Standards.
Substantial post-basic experience in nursing.
Ability to work independently.
Understanding and education in regard to the care of people living with dementia.
Understanding, education, and knowledge in regard to pain management for older people.
Understanding, education, and knowledge in regard to caring for the dying and palliative care.
Ability to prioritise workload, meet deadlines, manage time effectively and complete activities.
Demonstrated effective interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
Good computer and literacy skills.
We offer
A values driven, organisational culture
Excellent staff satisfaction
Generous Salary Packaging options so you can keep more of your pay.
Those eligible for salary packaging can increase their hourly rate in excess of $2.
- Up to $611.53 per fortnight to pay your mortgage, rent, school fees, etc.
- Up to $101.92 per fortnight to pay entertainment activities like cafes, restaurants, etc.
Contact me at alannaburnell@cooinda.org.au or call (03) 5761 3325 for more information or to request a Position Description;
Please apply directly through Seek and include a cover letter and up-to-date resume.
Please note shortlisting and interviews may take place prior to the advertised close date.
Applications close COB 7th of May 2025.