AddressRegistered Nurse position
We are seeking an experienced and enthusiastic Registered Nurse to provide exceptional care to our Residents here at Richardson House.
In collaboration with the Facility Manager and Clinical Staff the Registered Nurse will be responsible for delivering comprehensive nursing care to the Residents of the Facility.
The position is full time . Hours will be worked over a variety of shifts that are subject to regular change to suit the operations of the facility. The pay rate is between $40 and $50 per hour (depending on number of years’ experience). There will also be a relocation incentive available for the successful applicant.
The Selection Criteria is as follows:
- Current Registration as a Registered Nurse with AHPRA (at least 3 years experience preferred but not essential)
- Current National Police Clearance (or ability to acquire)
- Computer Literacy
- Current Driver’s License
- Experience working with the elderly (desirable)
- Knowledge of the Aged Care Standards and Charter of Aged Care Rights
- Willing to work weekends and be on call (on a rostered basis)
The applicant must demonstrate the ability to:
- Perform appropriate clinical practice and clinical leadership
- Deliver coordinated care to Residents through application of nursing skills and knowledge and in accordance with Care Standards including complex health care, therapeutic massage and wound care.
- Collaborate effectively with management, General Practitioners, Health Professionals and Service Providers
- Understand and work with Residents with complex health needs including dementia
- Comply with all relevant legislative requirements pertaining to care delivery
- Record accurate documentation relating to care of the Resident
- Provide Medication Administration and management consistent with guidelines
- Provide support for palliative Residents and their families
- Perform all clinical and care duties pertaining to the support of Aged Care Residents
- Comply and meet obligations relating to Work Health and Safety legislation
A full position description can be requested be emailing your expression of interest to **************@richardsonhouse.com.au
We ask that all applicants address each of the selection criteria and provide contacts for at least two recent referees who can provide information from a management/supervisory perspective.
Please note that we are willing to discuss permanent part time if that is a more suitable option for the right candidate.
Richardson House is a 21 bed, not-for-profit aged care facility located an hour North of Tamworth in Barraba NSW. This facility was built by the community for the community and we pride ourselves in providing care for the elders of our community.
Applications close 20th June 2024
