AddressCompany description:
About Barwon Health
Barwon Health is one of the largest and most comprehensive regional health services in Australia, providing care at all stages of life and circumstance. Services available through Barwon Health cover the full spectrum from primary care, community services, Aged Care, rehabilitation, mental health, emergency and acute care. We serve more than 500,000 people through the efforts of more than 9000 staff and volunteers across more than 20 sites. Barwon Health is committed to developing a vibrant culture of education, training and research that advances health and wellbeing for all.
About the facility
Our major sites include University Hospital Geelong in Geelong's CBD, the McKellar Centre precinct in North Geelong, Barwon Health North in Norlane, and residential Aged Care facilities spanning the region. Comprehensive mental health, community health and dental services are delivered through various programs across the Barwon South West Region, including Torquay and Colac.
Job description:
Broaden Your Horizons
Line up your life and career with us at Barwon Health in Victoria, Australia
NOW IS THE TIME TO MAKE THE MOVE TO AGED CARE
- Be part of our supportive, innovative and flexible team environment
- Barwon Heath offers higher pay rates for Health Care Workers compared to the average in the Aged Care sector, with an approximate increase of 8%
- Multiple Permanent Part Time and Full Time Opportunities
About Aged Care
Blakiston Lodge (North Geelong) is a modern 90-bed facility featuring spacious secure design, modern decor, a contemporary colour scheme with natural lighting and connection to the external courtyards. The beautiful garden settings enhance emotional wellbeing and offer a sense of tranquillity.
Blakiston Lodge is dedicated to caring for people with dementia and mental illness and offers a safe and secure environment, quality nursing, and medical and psychiatric support for residents.
About the role
As the HCW you will be responsible for the provision of patient, client and resident focused holistic nursing care to those assigned to you, in order to achieve desired clinical outcomes, under the direction of a Registered Nurse.
Duties of the role include but are not limited to:
- Delivering consumer centred care that meets best practice standards and in line with Barwon Heal
- Providing quality patient care using an evidence based approach
- Demonstrating respect for individual's values, customs and spiritual beliefs to ensure patient care is effective and culturally appropriate
- Hear from our staff and residents
To obtain a copy of the position description, email ***********@barwonhealth.org.au with the job requisition ID and job title.
About the Culture
At Blakiston Lodge, our culture prioritises compassion, respect, and empathy. Our dedicated team is committed to providing the highest quality care for residents with dementia and mental illness, who require a higher level of care due to their cognitive, emotional, or behavioural challenges. We understand that working with residents who have complex care needs can be challenging, so we prioritize staff support, training, and development. Our team works collaboratively and communicates openly, creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere that extends to our residents and their families. We believe in fostering a positive work culture where everyone feels valued and supported, ensuring a fulfilling and rewarding experience for all.
Barwon Health staff benefits
- Excellent working conditions with a high sense of job satisfaction.
- A vibrant staff wellbeing program and access to our 24/7 Employee Assistance Program.
- Wide-range of professional development opportunities to enhance your career.
- Attractive salary packaging benefits. Living expenses capped at $9010 and meals and entertainment capped at $2650.
About Geelong
Derived from the local Wathaurong Aboriginal name for the region Djilang, Geelong is thought to mean ‘Tongue of Land'.
- Geelong offers a range of lifestyle choices including inner city, coastal, suburban and rural homes.
- Geelong is home to world class schools and education providers.
- Doorstep to the Great Ocean Road, Bellarine Peninsula and the Surf Coast
- Appreciate our vast and abundant parklands, sports and entertainment attractions, and thriving dining and shopping complexes.
To learn more about the region, click here.
Diversity and Inclusion
At Barwon Health we are committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce where we value each person's uniqueness. We embrace diverse life experiences and the perspectives of our people, whilst providing high-quality Health Care to all members of our community, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, religion, cultural background, disability, or sexual orientation.
We are strongly committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people. Click here for further information on the Victorian Government's Child Safe Standards: About Child Safe Standards | Victorian Government (www.vic.gov.au) we are also proud to be Totally Smoke Free.
If we can assist you with any reasonable adjustments to submit your application for this role, please contact ***************@barwonhealth.org.au noting your preferred method of communication and contact details and a member of the team will be in touch.
This role must be fully vaccinated for Covid -19 and influenza and meet the requirements of the Barwon Health immunisation policy.
