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Form of workEnrolled Nurse – Geriatrics
Andrews House (Residential Aged Care Facility) - Trafalgar
Permanent Part Time positions available
Nurses & Midwives Enterprise Agreement – IB68 > IB72
Get ready for an exciting and unique opportunity to join our dynamic Aged Care team as an Enrolled Nurse!
As an Enrolled Nurse, your role involves working closely with Registered Nurses to plan, implement, evaluate, and maintain the highest standards of nursing care and service delivery. You'll play a vital part in providing consumer-focused, holistic care under the guidance of Registered Nurses, performing nursing functions aligned with your level of expertise and formal educational preparation.
In this position, your exceptional assessment and problem-solving skills will be put to the test as you care for consumers in our Residential Care Facility. Collaboration is key, as you'll closely partner with fellow nurses, specialists, and Assistant Nurse Unit Managers. You'll need to prioritise resident care, adapt to changing daily demands, and exhibit sound clinical and communication skills.
We have multiple ongoing part time hours available with opportunities to fill additional shifts as they arise. You'll be part of a flexible, rotating roster, which includes morning, afternoon, and night shifts, ensuring you're always in the action.
Requirements:
Mandatory:
- Current registration as an Enrolled Nurse with AHPRA.
- Demonstrated proficiency in nursing skills with a strong commitment to safe practices.
Desirable:
- Familiarity with Aged Care Quality Standards and National Safety and Quality in Healthcare Standards.
- Recent clinical experience in a residential aged care facility or Acute Department.
IMPORTANT: We value the health and safety of our healthcare team. As such, all front-line healthcare workers are required to have three doses of COVID vaccination (unless a valid exemption applies). Proof of vaccination (or exemption) will be necessary before your start date.
Are you ready to embark on this thrilling nursing journey with us? Join our passionate team at Andrews House and make a real impact in the field of healthcare! Your adventure begins here.
About our organisation
Andrews House is located in Trafalgar, which is just a 40-minute drive from Pakenham, with a stress-free commute along the freeway. What's more, the Baw Baw Shire is one of the fastest-growing Local Government Areas in the country.
Joining us means becoming part of a team that's more than just colleagues; we're a friendly and welcoming family. At West Gippsland Healthcare Group, we believe in caring for our community because we are the community. Who wouldn't want to be part of such a remarkable journey? So, dust off your CV and prepare to embark on an inspiring career with us here at West Gippsland Health. Your future awaits!
At West Gippsland Healthcare Group, we take pride in our commitment to fostering diversity and equality within our team. We warmly welcome applications from every corner of our community, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander individuals, those from culturally diverse backgrounds, members of the LGBTI community, and those with first-hand experience of living with a disability. Your unique perspective and background are valuable to us, and we look forward to your application. At West Gippsland Healthcare Group, we are dedicated to creating a safe and nurturing environment for all children, including those with disabilities. Your child's safety, well-being, and inclusion are our top priorities.
Working with us
All appointments with the West Gippsland Healthcare Group are subject to the satisfactory return of professional reference checks, a NDIS worker screening Clearance and a valid Victorian Employee Working with Children Check. All employees must hold current entitlement to work within Australia. A six month probationary period applies to all new appointments.
Further details and how to apply
Applications can be submitted via our recruitment portal (wghg.mercury.com.au) and must include a current CV, response to the selection criteria and a cover letter. Shortlisted applicants will be asked to provide at least 2 professional referees.
If you have any further queries, please contact Lucy Lewis, Manager – Andrews House on 03 5637 4***.
Applications close on Monday 18th March 2024
As an inclusive employer, we are committed to improving and promoting gender equality and encourage applications from all parts of our community, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, LGBTI people, and people with lived experience of disability.
As a Child Safe organisation, West Gippsland Healthcare Group promotes the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of all children, including those with disability.
