Enrolled Nurse - Casual (California Gully, Bendigo)

What you do mattersAre you a compassionate and dedicated Enrolled Nurse, seeking an opportunity to be a part of our mission to help older Victorians live their best lives?What is residential aged care? It’s like a warm hug. Our residential aged care homes are just that - a home for our residents. They provide a comforting and warm space filled with libraries, dining area, communal spaces, activity spaces, hairdressers, and of course, a bedroom and private bathroom for our residents.We’re looking for Casual Enrolled Nurses in our St. Laurence Court Eaglehawk in California Gully, home to 67 residents.As an Enrolled Nurse in a residential home, a typical day will see you:

• Providing excellent, resident-focused care in relation to specialised nursing needs, such as management of diabetes, wounds, infections, pain and medications
• Maintaining documentation; completing resident assessments, incident investigation and related care documents in accordance with policies, and procedures and meeting accreditation standards
• Overseeing the administration of day-to-day tasks as relates to the provision of clinical care to achieve best resident outcomes and undertaking clinical monitoring of residents and escalating changes as required
• Applying sound decision-making skills to make effective use of all resources
• Providing employees with clear direction and guidance and actively promoting positive working relationships.

Why Benetas?

• Permanent part time shifts offering job and income security
• A proven history of internal career progression and development opportunities
• Recently increase hourly rates, with a EBA annual increases, paid leave, and shift allowances
• Access to salary packaging for $15,900 per annum (less tex - more pay in your pocket)
• Working in a trusted and values based organisation focused on quality and growth
• Close to public transport with parking also on site

To join our excellent teams, we’re looking for more motivated Nurse’s with:

• A current AHPRA registration for Enrolled Nurse (diploma in nursing)
• The ability to show empathy and treat others with dignity and respect, and a collaborative approach to working with residents, staff, colleagues and other key stakeholders
• An understanding of the aged care legislative framework and requirements, including safe medication administration
• A high level of accountability for your own work
• A friendly and positive attitude with the ability to demonstrate client-focused behaviour

To work in Residential Aged Care, you will need the ability to obtain an NDIS clearance, 2024 flu immunisations and have the right to live and work in Australia.What do we do? We care – in a big way!We make a difference - We have been caring for older Victorians for over 70 years, providing a safe and supportive services that cater for all.Benetas is a leading not-for-profit organisation dedicated to actively working with older Victorians, their friends and carers through a range of residential aged care, primary care and in-home services – all across Victoria. By working with our values in mind – Respect, Responsibility, Community, and Spirit, we are able to care for and celebrate every client and resident for being the incredible individual that they are. Not only do we celebrate our residents, but we celebrate each other. Care Workers and Nurses are the power source behind everything we do - they are everyday heroes who go above and beyond for others.If you are an EN passionate about providing quality care with a commitment to excellence, then join us a have meaningful career with Benetas where the work that you do will really matter.We are proud to provide an inclusive workplace - with a diverse workforce that reflects the client base. We respect and value differences and encourage people of all ages and backgrounds to apply.