Enrolled Nurse (En)

Northcott is growing!!

Due to recent and continued growth we are searching for a skilled and enthusiastic individual, interested in working in a dynamic accommodation setting. This will be based in Mt Hutton (Newcastle region).

You will be required to deliver quality customer nursing and support services in line with our Clinical Governance Framework and Northcott Values.  You will promote improvement in quality of life and foster independence for people with disability who have a range of functional abilities and complex needs.

This role would be suited to those with a genuine desire to promote the independence and inclusion in society of people with disability, as well as a desire to support unique individuals to have a voice, choice, and exercise control over their own lives to achieve their individual goals.

You will need

• Tertiary qualifications or equivalent holding a current Medication Endorsed Enrolled Nurse (EEN)
• Registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)
• NSW Working With Children Check or willingness to obtain
• NDIS Worker Check or willingness to obtain
• Driver's Licence
• Current First Aid and CPR certificate or willingness to obtain
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Knowledge of the NSW Disability Standards
• Knowledge of WHS principles including safe manual handling procedures

Why work for us?

• We are a leading disability service provider supporting people with disability, their families and carers
• You will have your contribution valued and have opportunities to grow your career with us
• A family friendly workplace is offered and support provided for staff to manage their home and work lives effectively
• Being a not-for-profit organisation, salary packaging is available to all staff - this can increase your take home pay*.
• A new reward and recognition program that entitles you to discounts with a range of retailers, dining, entertainment and life-style brands.

*Pay rates are determined by the total number of hours worked as an  Enrolled Nurse.

When applying, please submit an up to date resume and cover letter outlining your skills and experience relevant to this role.

People of all abilities are encouraged to apply, including those with a lived experience or knowledge of disability. Successful applicants will be required to provide evidence of essential pre-employment checks

Covid Vaccination Status
The health and safety of our people, customers, and communities is our number one priority. To maintain this, we require all of our employees to show evidence that they have received the two full primary doses and at least one booster dose of a TGA approved Covid-19 vaccination. Evidence of your current vaccination status or medical exemption will be required. Northcott will consider exemptions on a case-by-case basis.

Diversity and Inclusion Statement
Northcott actively promotes diversity and inclusion in the recruitment process and throughout employment. We are committed to providing a workplace where every person is valued, respected and supported to progress. Northcott welcomes applications from and ensures no one is disadvantaged on the basis of their Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander identity, culture, LGBTIQ+ identity, disability, gender, age, religion or caring responsibilities. If you require an adjustment to participate in the recruitment process, if you have a preferred contact method or require any information provided in an alternative format, please contact Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at *********@northcott.com.au .

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