- Location: (Hervey Bay-Queensland, Maryborough-Queensland, Australia)
- Job Type: Part-time
NOTE: This job can longer be applied for.
Description
Right at Home Central Qld provide caring, compassionate, respectful, and high-quality holistic care in Aged, Disability, Transitional & Palliative Care and Hospital in the Home to the Wide Bay Region, QLD, Australia
Right at Home Wide Bay are growing the team and require a part-time RN with availability for 3-4 days per week with the potential to go to fulltime.
Our staff are key to us and will work under the supervision and with support / mentoring of a care manager according to their scope of practice as defined by the Australian Nursing and Midwifery Board. (If applicable)
A successful candidate will have the following:
- A passion for high quality client-focused care in a community setting
- Exceptional communication skills
- Able to work autonomously and within a team environment.
- Excellent time management and organisation skills
- Commitment to ongoing professional development
A successful candidate will be able to:
Our preferred candidate will demonstrate client-centred practice, showing empathy, and treating others with dignity and respect. You’ll be a natural relationship builder, helpful, and reliable; making you a great asset to our team.
Your new role will be responsible for:
- Completing client assessments, clinical care and reviews
- Interprets health, aged and disability care policies and regulations for carer and nursing staff and employees.
- Ensures compliance with local, state, and federal regulatory agencies related to aged and disability care services.
- Implementing and maintaining all relevant operating systems including Visual Care, policies & procedures & service conditions for caregivers, nurses & other care professionals
- Ensuring Caregiver Management meets “best practice” standards including encouraging on-going professional development of the Care Team
- Serves as a liaison with the accounts department, ensuring proper billing in line with the care plan.
- Compliance with OH&S; regulations
- Meeting with clients and their families, assessing their needs and building strong connections
- Conducting client care assessments and preparing care plans to best meet client requirements
- Provision of some nursing care and in-home care services as needed.
- Handling information requests, feedback, and general enquiries
- Ensuring all documentation is accurately and comprehensively completed in Right at Home databases and software programs
Qualifications
- Registered Nurse (RN) with 1-2 years of experience in community nursing and current AHPRA registration.
- Alternatively, a Certificate III or IV in Aged/Disability Care with a minimum of 4 years' experience.
- Proven experience in aged care, disability, or mental health within a community setting.
- Strong understanding of Aged Care and Disability Standards, as well as consumer-directed care principles.
- Current First Aid, CPR certification, and National Police Check.
- Working With Children (WWC) check or willingness to obtain.
- A valid driver's license and access to a reliable car with comprehensive insurance.
Preferred Skills
- A agile and energetic personality with strong communication skills and a friendly, professional telephone manner.
- Ability to think critically and solve problems effectively under pressure.
- Skilled in multitasking with a keen attention to detail, maintaining composure and focus in fast-paced environments.
- Exceptional networking and consultation abilities to build and cultivate new referral sources and establish relationships with relevant external organizations.
- Outstanding customer service capabilities with excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- In-depth knowledge of home care services, industry guidelines, and best practices.
- Proficient in wound care, catheter care, and PEG feeding techniques.
- Strong understanding of NDIS services, policies, and guidelines.
- Excellent time management and organizational skills, ensuring efficient and effective service delivery.
The Ideal Candidate Will Implement Right at Homes Key Values
- Approachable
- Accountable
- integrity
How to Apply: If you are passionate about delivering exceptional care and meet the qualifications listed above, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your resume along with a brief cover letter outlining your experience and availability.
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