AddressCuris Recruitment is proud to partner with a fantastic Aged Care service in the Northern Territory to help them find a Senior Care Coordinator RN to join their team.
Location: Katherine, Northern Territory
Employment Type: Permanent, Full Time
Salary: $104,792 - $108,097 per annum pro rata + 11% superannuation
Hours: You will be working 37.5 hours per week (7.5 hours per day).
Shift Times: 7am - 3.30pm | 3.30pm - 11.30pm | 11.30pm - 7.30am
Start Date: May/June 2024
Leave Entitlements: 6 Weeks Annual Leave + 2 Weeks Sick Leave + 2 Weeks Ancillary Leave + 1 RDO per Month
The position requires a deep understanding of the unique needs and challenges faced by Indigenous communities, and the ability to work collaboratively with a diverse team to ensure the well-being of residents and community clients.
Key Responsibilities
As the Senior Care Coordinator Nurse, you'll lead the way in providing top-notch care for elderly Indigenous residents. Key responsibilities include:
- Supervising care plans, advocating for seniors, and collaborating with teams to improve health outcomes for elderly community members.
- Leading nursing care for residents, assisting with daily tasks, medications, wounds, and overall well-being.
- Respecting residents' cultures and preferences, involving them in care planning.
- Maintaining accurate records of residents' care, medical history, and any incident.
- Participating in efforts to improve care services, policies, and procedures through quality improvement initiatives.
- Keeping updated on best practices and Aged Care trends through training.
- Assisting in training and orienting the Aged Care team.
- Providing nursing support to the Community Home Support Program and NDIS team when needed.
Qualifications & Certifications Required
- Current registration with AHPRA, with no restrictions
- Current NT Driver's License
- Current OCHRE Card
- Willingness to undergo a National Police Check
- Up to date immunisation status, including influenza & COVID-19
- At least 12 months of experience as a Registered Nurse, in an Aged Care setting.
- Demonstrated understanding of First Nations cultures, history, and health disparities.
- Working Knowledge & Understanding of the Age Care Standards or a commitment for acquiring this knowledge during the probation period.
Why work with Curis Recruitment?
We have a proven record of placing nurses into fantastic positions across Australia with some of the best hospitals and health centres. Our clients know that we only represent the best nurses out there so when you are represented by us you are always shown in the best light and this gives you a foot in the door right at that first step.
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