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Form of work Kogarah, NSW, Australia, 2217
Fixed Term
Closing on: Jun 12 2023
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Position Description
Make a difference at one of Australia’s leading health care providers
Generous salary packaging benefits, ongoing professional development and supportive team environment
Fixed Term Full-time (Part-time applications considered) until 30/06/2024
Remuneration: $35.81 per hour to $49.63 per hour
About the role
The ACAT assessor stands within the nursing department of the CCH/ACAT multidisciplinary team. The primary purpose of the position is to provide holistic, comprehensive assessment, support and management to the target population in the St George Geographical area in the community, hospitals and aged care facilities as applicable.
Key Responsibilities
ACAT assessments completed within the nominated KPI
100% accurate documentation in the My Aged Care system and the electronic medical record
Maintaining CPD points
Completion of Mandatory Training
What you bring
Registered Nurse with current registration with the Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency (AHPRA), plus CNS 1 criteria found at www.health.nsw.gov.au/careers/conditions/Awards/nurses.pdf as well as a current unrestricted Class C drivers licence
Minimum 3 years' post graduate experience working with older people in an acute, aged care and /or community setting.
Knowledge of Aged Care Systems as well as Aged Care issues and experience working with clients from diverse cultural backgrounds.
Demonstrated ability to provide education to clients, peers and carers as well as commitment to ongoing self-education and best practice.
Demonstrated high level of interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills including computer literacy.
Demonstrated ability to work autonomously and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
Demonstrated knowledge of Quality Improvement initiatives and Work Health and Safety principles relative to community service delivery.
Ability to work within the Mission and Values of Calvary Health Care.
For further information please contact Suzanne Bonassi, ACAT Team Leader on (02) 9553 3055 or Suzanne.Bonassi@health.nsw.gov.au
About Calvary
We are a leading provider of quality, integrated care that puts our patients, residents and clients at the centre of everything we do. Calvary offers flexible careers in clinical, allied health, hospitality, ICT and health administration, mission, leadership, management and more. Founded in Australia in 1885, we’re one of the largest providers of health, aged and community care with over 18,000 staff and volunteers, 14 Public and Private Hospitals, 72 Residential Care and Retirement Communities and 19 Community Care Centres.
As an equal opportunity employer, we value diversity and are committed to fostering a workplace that is respectful, welcoming and inclusive where people are supported to draw strengths from their identity, culture and community. We value the integral dignity of each person and we encourage applications from First Nations peoples, people living with a disability, LGBTIQ+ people, people who have come to Australia as migrants or refugees and veterans.
Why work for Calvary?
Joining us is your opportunity to learn with purpose and drive positive impact to our community in a stimulating work environment. We offer paid parental leave, salary packaging, career progression, flexible working hours and training and skills development. Calvary is also proud to be recognised as a leader in gender equality. Further details are available here: https://www.calvarycare.org.au/careers/benefits/
If you are looking for a rewarding career in an organisation that supports the community, apply now!
Please note the following:
Only applicants with a valid right to work in Australia will be considered.
As part of the application process, you may be required to participate in a health evaluation, which could include face to face assessment and drug and alcohol testing, to ensure your suitability for the role.
Calvary has a mandatory COVID-19 vaccination requirement for all workers. You will also be required to provide evidence of other immunisation as required for your role
Please note we are unable to accept emailed applications or resumes and phone calls from recruitment agencies.
