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SalaryAn exciting opportunity to move into our Aged Care facility; Blakiston Lodge and specialise in Mental Health and Dementia Care
- Multiple Permanent Part Time and Full Time opportunities are available
- Be part of our supportive, innovative and flexible team environment
- Positions available for Registered Nurses and Enrolled Nurses
About Barwon Health
Guided by our values, Barwon Health is Victoria's largest regional health care service and is also the largest employer in the Geelong and surf coast region, employing over 8700 staff. Barwon Health’s core facilities include the renowned University Hospital Geelong precinct in central Geelong, the McKellar Centre precinct in North Geelong, the innovative Sunrise Centre, Barwon Health North a vital services that includes child and family health support, renal dialysis, medical imaging, and urgent care. Four Aged care centres spanning the Region, Mental Health Services that are delivered through a number of programs across the Geelong and Barwon South West region. Community Health and Dental service and world renowned Research that that advances health and wellbeing for all. Explore all of our comprehensive services here.
About Blakiston Lodge
Located at Barwon Health’s McKellar Centre in North Geelong, Blakiston Lodge is a 90-bed, high level, residential aged care mental health facility which consists of two secure units of 45 aged mental health beds (Oak) and 45 dementia specific beds (Adzen). Residents are referred who cannot be looked after in the general aged care system due to their level of cognitive, emotional or behavioural disturbance. The goal is to improve the resident's condition so that they can be transferred to a less restrictive and more appropriate accommodation. Blakiston Lodge is dedicated to caring for people with dementia and mental illness and offers a safe and secure environment and quality nursing, medical and psychiatric support for residents.
COMING SOON IN 2024! A new specialist Dementia support program will be launched as a part of this facility later this year. This additional service will support those with severe behavioural and psychological dementia symptoms and aim to provide specialist care targeted at rehabilitating patients into mainstream aged care facilities. Watch this space for more information!
About the role
As a Nurse at Blakiston Lodge 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.
Duties of the role include but are not limited to:
- Delivering consumer centred care that meets best practice standards and in line with Barwon Health policies
- 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
- A commitment to on-going education and self-development
By submitting your application, you are expressing your interest in becoming a part of our dynamic team, and we value the unique qualities and experiences you bring to the table. While there may not be an immediate opening that perfectly matches your skills, your application will be carefully reviewed and considered for potential current and future opportunities that align with your background and aspirations.
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.
What we offer
- Barwon Heath offers higher pay rates for Enrolled Nurses (EEN) compared to the average in the aged care sector, with an approximate increase of 8%
- Excellent working conditions with a high sense of job satisfaction
- Geelong and Barwon Health is an attractive destination with a sunny climate, notoriously laidback lifestyle and great pay rates
- To find out more about the Geelong region, visit our Moving to the Region page on the Barwon Health website.
- Located in the centre of Geelong's CBD is an easy commute from all suburbs
- Access to employee wellness facility
- A genuine community feel - we look after each other
- Wide range of professional development that enhances your careers
- Doorstep to the Great Ocean Road, Bellarine Peninsula and the Surf Coast
- Attractive salary packaging benefits! Living Expenses capped at $9,010 which includes repayments on mortgages, credit cards, personal loans and rental payments and Meal Entertainment & Accommodation capped at $2,650 which includes food and drink consumed in a social or entertainment settings and some accommodation expenditure
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.
