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SalaryCare Manager (EEN/RN)
McLean Lodge
Full Time Basis
INTERNAL ONLY
- Work with a rapidly growing not for profit organisation that is committed to social justice
- Competitive base pay rate + superannuation
- Full Time role
- Free CPR & First Aid courses + additional training opportunities
- Access to not-for-profit Salary Packaging
- Based in Flemington(VIC)
Wintringham is a specialised non-religious not-for-profit welfare organisation. We are committed to providing older people who are at risk or have experienced homelessness with a range of high-quality care, housing and services. We employ more than 1,000 staff across Victoria and Tasmania
McLean Lodge offers affordable, high-quality accommodation and support to people aged 50 years and over. It also offers a delightful cottage setting which provides a safe, caring family-style environment for residents who enjoy a connection with the outdoors.
Your new role
We are currently seeking an eager and enthusiastic Registered Nurse or Enrolled Endorsed Nurse to join the team at our McLean Lodge as a Care Manager on a Full-Time basis. Your fortnightly roster will be as follows:
Week 1: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday & Friday (0700-1506)
Week 2: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday & Friday (0700-1506)
Your responsibilities and duties will include:
- Overseeing the personal care and nursing functions within the Aged Care Home.
- Ensuring that quality care is provided to all residents and that duty of care is met
- Assisting with the development and implementation of detailed personal care plans, assessments and programs as required
- Providing quality services in a manner which maintains and enhances the independence of residents and maximises their lifestyle options.
- Liaise with doctors, nurses, other health care providers and the pharmacist to facilitate optimum health care and clinical practice for the residents.
- Ensure that residents are encouraged to maintain their independence and provide an environment that encourages residents to maintain lifestyles of their choice.
- Ensure that Quality of Care and Accreditation Standards are met and championed.
- Registered Nurse Division 1 or Enrolled Endorsed Nurse
- Current AHRPA Registration (mandatory)
- Knowledge and understanding of the special needs of older people
- Experience in gerontology / community / palliative / mental health / alcohol and drugs or related specialty
- Knowledge and skills to perform personal care and clinical tasks
- Ability to work both in team and autonomously
- Keen eye for detail
- Prior experience in homelessness, aged care, welfare, disability, allied health or community care is highly desirable
- Excellent communication skills
- The ability to enhance or maintain our residents’ independence and lifestyle
- A friendly and non-judgmental attitude
For more information about the role, you can download a copy of the Position Description .
Applications can be directed to Karen Mills(Residential Manager) and submitted by filling out the required information below.
Please upload your documents in PDF Format
Applications close on Thursday 25th of January 2024 at 5pm
Successful applicants will be required to undergo a NDIS Worker Screening Check and Police Records check. Refusal to provide your information to both of these parties will prevent Wintringham from being able to continue with your application.
Applicants who have lived in a country other than Australia for a period longer than 12 months in the last 10 years may be required to undergo an International Police Check.
Successful candidates will be required to comply with the Wintringham Health and Immunisation policy including having three doses of a COVID-19 vaccine before commencing employment and must provide evidence.
Wintringham is committed to providing safe and inclusive environments and services. We celebrate differences in ability, age, culture, gender, gender identity, race, religion, sexuality, spirituality and beliefs. Everyone has a right to feel welcome, respected and valued in a workplace free of discrimination and harassment.
The safety of all older people is paramount, and we have zero tolerance for family violence including elder abuse.
Wintringham proudly acknowledges Australia’s First Peoples as the Traditional Owners and Custodians of Country and pay respect to Elders past, present and emerging.
Diversity and inclusion makes our community and Wintringham stronger, and contributes to helping us end homelessness for older people.
