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Be part of an innovative new model of care for residents of Aged Care Facilities.
Hunter Primary Care’s Nurse Practitioner Service provides primary care in-reach clinics within residential Aged Care homes in the Newcastle, Lake Macquarie and Port Stephens regions.
Our service is expanding and we have an exciting opportunity for two self-motivated experienced and collaborative Nurse Practitioners to join our team, providing excellence in the clinical management of older people .
Working amongst a team of highly skilled Nurse Practitioners this role includes clinical leadership, assessment, diagnosis, therapeutic management and evaluation using nursing knowledge and skills.
These opportunities are offered on a part-time or full-time basis.
SKILLS & EXPERIENCE
· Currently registered as a registered nurse with the Australian Health Professionals Regulation Agency (APHRA) and endorsed by the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia to practice as a Nurse Practitioner
· Ability to deliver evidenced based, person-centered care within the Aged Care environment, work autonomously and collaboratively, using advanced and extended clinical skills
· Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of regulatory compliance governing the Aged Care environment
· Highly developed communication skills with a demonstrated ability to manage successful working relationships with residents, families, General Practitioners and the clinical services team.
· Demonstrated effective time and schedule management to ensure residents expectations and health care goals are met
· Evidence of full vaccination against COVID-19
· Current NDIS Worker Screening Check clearance
· Recent or new (employer facilitated) Criminal History Check. Please note that people with criminal records are not automatically barred from applying for this position. Each application will be considered on its merits.
HOW TO APPLY
Applications for this role will be reviewed as they are received; we reserve the right to close this vacancy once a suitable candidate is found.
For further information regarding this position, please contact Leigh Darcy, Service Manager – Aged Care Services, on 0408 093 *** or visit our website. To apply for this position, click on the Apply button and upload your resume and cover letter.