Registered Nurse - Care Supports

Registered NurseCare Supports 

Palm Lakes Care's idyllic Bargara community is currently seeking 2 Permanent Part Time Registered Nurses to join our clinical team in this specialised role.

This is a new position where you will be required to oversee, monitor and provide direct care and clinical services to our residents.

Shifts are Monday to Friday from 6am to 2pm.

Our commitment is to our staff and residents.

Palm Lake Care team members work together to create a community of care, safety and dignity.

You will be expected to provide clinical cares and services in line with residents needs and preferences, in line with scope of practice and in accordance with our policies and procedures. These are in place to ensure the dignity and integrity of each resident and foster their independence and choice. If you are able to execute your tasks with accuracy, empathy, reliability and integrity, then you are the right person for us!

The role.

We are looking for experienced Registered Nurses to join our team as the Care Supports. The candidates must be competent to provide guidance and leadership within the Clinical team and to deliver consumer directed care. 

Under the guidance of the Service Manager and Clinical Manager, you will be responsible for:

• Greeting and welcoming new resident admissions, 
• Ensuring new residents are settling into their new community.
• Responding to identified needs, incidents and changes in conditions, 
• Ensuring that all activities are being performed and completed to Palm Lake standards and expectations,
• Review and updating of Assessments,
• Completion of Charting requirements
• Educating and Mentoring new Clinical Employees
• Provide assistance and guidance when and where required.
• Monitoring call bells and ensuring timely response times,
• Assisting Doctors with rounds
• Completing Weekly and Monthly scheduled duties
• Providing comprehensive and accurate nursing assessments, 
• Engage in nursing practices that enhance the dignity and integrity of the resident’s independence and the management of medications. 

What we are looking for:

• Bachelor of Nursing qualification with current AHPRA registration
• Experience working in an Australian Aged Care Facility
• Strong understanding of person-centered care principles
• Demonstrated competence in medication management, clinical skills and documentation,
• You will be team orientated to achieve the best possible outcomes for our residents,
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• A demonstrated commitment to continuous improvement
• Empathy with elderly residents and their families
• Knowledge of AN-ACC and Accreditation standards is advantageous.
• Knowledge of Autumn Care would be highly regarded.
• National Police Check

What can we offer you?

You will be part of a strong team in an exceptional work environment, receive effective guidance and leadership from our Clinical Manager and be a part of an amazing community that is passionate about providing exemplary care and services to our residents.

If this role sounds perfect for you, please apply today!