Delivering Exceptional Person-Centred Care
As a Registered Nurse, you will be at the forefront of delivering exceptional person-centred care to our residents. Your clinical expertise and compassionate approach will ensure that each resident receives the highest standard of care tailored to their individual needs.
Our dedicated team fosters a vibrant community where residents engage in meaningful and enjoyable daily activities. We're transitioning to Household Living—an innovative approach to care that empowers our residents to live each day their way, just as they would in any family home.
Key Responsibilities:
* Lead the development, implementation and evaluation of comprehensive care plans, ensuring they reflect the unique needs and preferences of each resident.
* Utilise advanced clinical assessment skills to provide high-quality nursing services including medication administration, wound care, and monitoring of vital signs.
* Build meaningful relationships with residents, becoming a trusted and integral part of their daily lives.
* Collaborate with residents, families, and the multidisciplinary team to ensure care plans align with individual goals and enhance quality of life.
* Act as a liaison between residents, families and health professionals advocating for residents' rights and preferences.
* Provide guidance and support to other Nurses, Care Workers fostering a collaborative and cohesive team environment.
* Apply critical thinking and evidence-based practices to deliver holistic care, addressing the physical, emotional and social needs of residents.
* Ensure adherence to all relevant legislation, standards and facility policies including the Aged Care Quality Standards.
Qualifications & Experience:
* Hold a Bachelor of Nursing degree with current registration (AHPRA).
* You'll be adaptable, empathetic, resourceful, a great time manager, and be able to live our values of being compassionate, respectful, imaginative, and bold.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
* Ability to manage time effectively and adapt to changing priorities.
* Empathy, resilience, and a genuine passion for enhancing the lives of older residents.
* Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking abilities.
* Previous Registered Nursing experience in aged or community care is highly desirable however we welcome applications from nurses with experience in other healthcare settings who are passionate about transitioning into Aged Care.
Benefits:
* Hands-on training, development, and mentoring with a leading provider.
* Join an organisation that positively impacts clients and the community.
* Not-for-profit salary packaging up to $18,550 tax-free entitlements.
* We offer wellbeing programs including free 24/7 confidential counselling services for you and your family via TELUS Health.
* Exclusive discounts at major retailers such as Coles, Ampol, Samsung, NRMA, JB Hi-Fi, Harvey Norman, Avis, Qantas.
* Earn a $500 gift voucher each time you refer a new employee who stays for 2 months.
* Access to 865+ gyms, pools, and fitness centres across NSW and ACT for less than a standard gym membership.
* Private Health Insurance access for yourself or family.
About Us:
Uniting NSW.ACT contributes to the work and mission of the Uniting Church in NSW and the ACT through social justice advocacy, community services and spiritual care. We provide care and support for people through all ages and stages of life, with a focus on people experiencing disadvantage and vulnerability.
Uniting is a Child Safe Organisation committed to promoting the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of children and young people.
At Uniting, inclusion isn't just something we value – it's how we work. Our culture and practice reflect the vibrant diversity of our colleagues, and the clients and communities we serve.
We celebrate our diversity and welcome staff regardless of ethnicity, faith, sexual orientation, gender identity and lifestyle choices. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.