Registered Nurse

As the largest privately owned Aged Care provider in Western Australia (established in 1983), we understand how challenging your role can be. We value the work you do, and the dedication involved in caring for the elderly. Our mission statement acknowledges, that our driving force is a quality workforce. Aegis Aged Care can offer you job stability, diversity, and career growth across our 29 Facilities.Aegis Shawford has been designed to offer a broad range of accommodation and lifestyle options for 102 Residents in four distinct wings.Nestled in a quiet residential area of Innaloo, it is a vibrant community close a major shopping centre and a host of day trip options. Aegis Shawford is an 'ageing in place' Facility and can accommodate a range of care needs. Magnolia wing offers specialist Dementia Care.Accommodation comprises single rooms with large ensuite bathrooms and air conditioning. The different wings all have lounge and dining areas and access to extensive gardens and patio areas.You should be an empathetic person who possesses the following qualities:

• A commitment and genuine passion for Aged Care.
• An ability to inspire trust and proactively lead, coach, develop and mentor both unregulated care workers, care, and lifestyle staff.

Within this role you will be a champion of high quality, safe and effective nursing that aligns with the resident preference and best practice by:

• Undertaking clinical, social and self-care assessments.
• Anticipate residents’ changing health needs and initiate further assessments or referrals.
• Support residents and their families by addressing their queries, comments, suggestions, or concerns.

You will be responsible for compliance:

• Ensuring all care documentations are completed with the appropriate strategies implemented.
• Identifying and managing clinical risk in the aged care setting.

Your role within the team would involve:

• Supporting, coaching, monitoring, and mentoring the unregulated care workers.
• Providing support to the Clinical Nurse Manager and clinical expertise to the care team.

We need you to possess the following accreditation, skills and working rights:

• A current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse.
• Clinical experience and ability to manage risk in aged care.
• A sound understanding of Aged Care Quality Standards and quality management systems.
• Full Australian working rights and be able to pass a national police clearance.

Aegis will provide:

• Paid orientation program.
• Competitive rate of pay.
• Employee discounts from several trusted businesses.
• Ongoing training and opportunities for development and career growth.

Please click the "Apply" button if you meet the criteria and see a future with Aegis as a valuable member of our diverse team of staff, dedicated to the care of our elderly.