AddressPerforms nursing care to client/participant in accordance with an established plan of care in accordance with Right at Home policies and procedures and all other laws and relevant professional standards.
Duties
• Actively contributes towards the development, implementation, and evaluation of organisational policies, procedures and practices to ensure that the Right at Home service operates within the statutory requirements and maintains a high standard of service within all areas of the organization
• Adheres to all Right at Home organisational policies and procedures
• Delivers/supervises/monitors/collaborates with the Care Team staff regarding client/participant care delivery, ensuring that client/participant care plans are followed and regularly evaluated, and that all individual care requirements are met, and that the client/participant’s personal beliefs, values and customs are considered and that the rights of client/participants are protected
• Participates in Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) including Work Health and Safety which focus on client/participant satisfaction with the provision of care in their own home environment
• Promotes the professional development of staff through ongoing training and education programs
• Aligns own personal management behaviour and ethical standards with the values and organisational goals and
objectives of Right at Home
• Supports and implements the philosophy behind the Aged Care Quality Standards and observes and respects the
client/participant’s rights, ensuring an environment which promotes safety, security, dignity, and optimal health for
client/participants in their own home
• Acts as an advocate for client/participants by providing information which assists them to make informed decisions about their care and to promote freedom of choice and to encourage them to exercise their rights
• Develops and promotes a culture of continuous quality improvement within the Right at Home service, which is aimed at achieving high quality care and services for client/participants, meeting the requirements of the Aged Care Quality Standards and fulfilling organisational goals and objectives
• Knowledge of, and compliance with, all relevant Legislation, Regulatory requirements, Professional Standards and
Guidelines which affects the work practices of the individual and those of subordinate staff
• Ensures that documentation is timely & reflective of client/participant care, assessments, and evaluations. Implements audit processes which ensures quality and continuity of care
• Provides effective leadership, allocating resources effectively and efficiently (human, material and financial) to achieve the objectives and goals of Right at Home
• Participates in annual competency assessments of all Care Team staff
• Communicates and liaises effectively with key stakeholders both internal and external ensuring that the goals of the
organisation are met
• Communicates effectively and maintains harmonious interpersonal relationships with client/participants and other staff through written, verbal and non-verbal modes. Ensures confidentiality of all information
• Participates in annual performance appraisal to identify achievements and goals for ongoing professional development.
• Maintains annual CPD requirements as required by AHRHA
Meets the competency levels for the Registered Nurse as set out by the Australian Nursing & Midwifery Council (ANC) guidelines, and particular organisational requirements. Aged Care Quality Standards & the Code of Conduct for Aged Care and NDIS
• Fulfils the obligations of the Nursing Role for the Registered Nurse including Code of Ethics and Code of Conduct
• Establishes and maintains effective communication and harmonious working relationships
• Updates knowledge and skills by pursuing continuing professional development
• Time management and organisational skills
• Ability to develop/implement and evaluate organisational and client/participant focused documentation and systems.
• Analytical and report writing skills
• Ability to create and promote a positive and supportive culture where all staff are valued
• Ability to manage, direct and supervise staff, coordinating and assessing work activities
• Problem solving, negotiation and conflict resolution skills
• Computer literacy
• Nursing skills including wound care and medication management
• Specialised nursing skills including tracheostomy care, dysphagia management and dementia care – desirable
• Knowledge of high prevalent risks, risk assessments, risk mitigation
• Ability to undertake holistic assessments and create risk informed person-centred care plans
