Registered Nurse Enrolled Nurse Support Worker
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POSITION DESCRIPTION
JOB TITLE:
Support Worker
JOB DESCRIPTION:
Assisting and supporting participants with day-to-day activities.
TYPE OF EMPLOYMENT:
Full Time / Part Time / Casual
REPORT TO:
Registered Nurse / Enrolled Nurse / Director
LOCATION:
Perth, Western Australia
MAIN DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES:
* Communicate frequently with patients to identify their needs and attend to them accordingly.
* Ensure that appointments are made and adhered to with patients' physicians as required.
* Be responsible for the well-being and safety of patients under care.
* Interact respectfully with patients and their relatives when necessary.
* Keep all matters related to patients or their families confidential at all times.
* Extend support/care periods if the need arises.
* Notify the participant's physician/director and family in the case of serious side effects or health-related issues.
* Assist with household duties such as laundry, cleaning, meal preparation, gardening, shopping, and supporting them in their interests and hobbies.
* Assist participants with personal care needs.
QUALIFICATIONS / REQUIREMENTS:
* Certificate IV in Disability or equivalent
* Current driving license
* Current CPR/First Aid certification
EXPERIENCE:
* Minimum of two years' experience in disability, community, or acute care
SKILLS:
* Strong interpersonal skills to easily identify the needs of each participant
* Ability to remain patient and calm irrespective of provocation from the participant being cared for or supported
* Compassionate approach in carrying out duties
* Flexibility in working hours and conditions
* Ability to work as part of a team
* Ability to work with minimal supervision
* High level of trust and honesty at all times
* Excellent problem-solving abilities
* Adaptability to different conditions and cases
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