AddressWho is Harbison?
Harbison is a not-for-profit organisation owned by the community of the Southern Highlands. Harbison was founded by a group of volunteers in the late 1950s to provide local, independent, high-quality care and accommodation for the aged and disabled in the Southern Highlands and surrounding areas.
Today, we provide general and specialised care across a range of settings and are one of the largest employers in the Southern Highlands. Harbison is an inclusive employer that values the diversity of its workforce. We exist to support and nurture older individuals to maintain meaning and purpose in their unique lives.
What is the Role?
Seeking experienced Registered Nurses to join our team across all shifts & both sites (Burradoo & Moss Vale) – full-time and part-time.
In this role, you will be responsible for the following (but not limited to):
- Deliver direct and comprehensive nursing care and individual case management to residents within the care environment.
- Coordinate services, including those of other disciplines or agencies, for individual residents to maximise care outcomes.
- Implement individualised care plans that are accurate and developed in accordance with the individual needs of the resident, and ensure plans are updated when the needs of the individual change.
- Identify, document, and manage clinical risks.
- Ensure all care delivery and corresponding documentation requirements are completed in accordance with the quality standards, legislative and funding requirements.
- Collaborate with individual residents, care partners and care providers to develop plans, programs, and initiatives to maximise care outcomes.
- Provide education, counselling and group work services orientated towards the promotion of health status and quality of life improvements of residents.
- Provide direct and routine supervision, support, and education to the care team and less experienced staff, including Enrolled Nurses, personal care workers and students.
- Accept accountability for own standards of nursing care and service delivery.
- Participate in action research and policy development within care setting.
- Contribute to continuous improvement activities to support quality care outcomes.
- Promote Harbison in a positive manner both internally and externally.
- Other relevant duties assigned within scope of role as a Registered Nurse
What are we looking for?
- Bachelor of Nursing and current registration with AHPRA.
- Understanding of scope of practice in line with relevant registration.
- Ability to assess, plan, coordinate and evaluate care delivery needs of residents.
- Capable of functioning autonomously, and prioritising work and the work of others within established policies, guidelines and procedures.
- Display a high level of problem-solving skills and techniques with subsequent evaluation of outcomes.
- Demonstrate and role model behaviours that align with Harbison’s Code of Conduct, Values and pillars of customer service.
- Proven ability to lead and direct a care services team.
- Considerable knowledge and understanding of the industry’s practices and relevant statutory requirements.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Strong relationship building skills and customer centric approach.
What are some of the benefits?
- Employed under the Harbison Nursing Enterprise Agreement 2023-2026 and paid at rates above the NSW Health Nurses' Award.
- Salary packaging includes up to $15,900 in pre-tax earnings plus $2,650 to contribute towards entertainment benefits each year
- Access to in-house and online training programs
- Career progression opportunities
- Supportive, positive team environment
- Sponsorship options as a pathway to Australian Permanent Residency
Please note the current Influenza & COVID-19 vaccinations are employment requirements at Harbison.
Please upload a cover letter (max. 1 page) telling us why you would be a suitable candidate and a copy of your current resume.
There is no closing date, and applications will be reviewed on submission. So, if you fit the above criteria and are passionate about the role, APPLY NOW.
If you have any questions regarding the position, please direct them to **@harbisoncare.org.au with the subject line Registered Nurse.
