Job Description
We are seeking skilled and compassionate individuals to join our team as Assistants in Nursing. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of people with disabilities.
The role involves providing high-quality care and support to customers, including assisting with personal care, medication administration, and maintaining a safe and healthy environment.
* Experience in Manual Handling (hoist experience) and repositioning is highly regarded.
* MEDICATION ADMINISTRATION: Administer medications as prescribed by the physician and ensure proper documentation of medication records.
* Demonstrated experience in PEG feeding, stoma care, epilepsy management, challenging behaviours, and Dysphagia training/experience.
* Flexibility to work on a 24/7 rotating roster, including weekends, is a must.
Typical duties might include:
* SUPPORTING CUSTOMERS TO DEVELOP AND MAINTAIN INDEPENDENCE.
* SUPPORTING CUSTOMERS WITH PERSONAL CARE, INCLUDING BOWEL CARE, MANUAL HANDLING USING VARIOUS EQUIPMENT AND AIDS, AND OTHER HEALTH AND HYGIENE NEEDS SUCH AS FEEDING, MEDICATION, DRESSING, TOILETING, AND SHOWERING.
* KEEPING RECORDS AND REPORTING TO THE ENROLLED NURSE OR REGISTERED NURSE ON SHIFT.
Required Skills and Qualifications
To be successful in this role, you will need:
* Certificate III in Aged Care
* A current Driver's Licence and confidence to drive an accessible van
* NSW Working with Children Check & Blue Card QLD
* NDIS Worker Check
* Current First Aid and CPR certificate
* Health Assessment
Benefits
We offer a range of benefits, including:
* Five weeks annual leave for permanent employees
* Salary packaging to increase your take-home pay
* Health and wellbeing benefits
* Gym membership
* An insurance discount
Why Work for Us?
We are a leading disability service provider, committed to providing high-quality services and support to people with disabilities and their families and carers.
Our staff are valued and respected, and we offer opportunities for career development and progression.
We also offer flexible working arrangements and a supportive work environment.