Registered Nurse

• Flexible opportunity to join a vibrant aged care community
• A competitive rate, with additional tax-exempt benefits
• A supportive team and the ability to learn and grow

At Torbay Lifestyles & Care, located a mere stone's throw from the scenic Torquay Beach in Hervey Bay, we offer a compassionate and respectful environment that prioritises the physical, cognitive, and social well-being of our residents. With services ranging from residential aged care to an independent lifestyle village, our facilities are designed to offer comfort and a high quality of life. We cater to individuals seeking a supportive community that values integrity, independence, and choice.

Join us in making a difference at Torbay, where every day is about enhancing life for our residents and their families. Explore career opportunities with us and become part of a team that truly cares.

For more information, please visit our website: https://www.torbay.org.au/

Torbay Lifestyles & Care is seeking casual, and part-time Registered Nurses based in Hervey Bay, QLD.

This is an excellent opportunity to play a crucial role in supporting and making a positive impact on the lives of older people.

You will be responsible for providing comprehensive and evidence-based nursing care for older people in accordance with the care plan and cooperation with the older person and other members of the care team.

More specifically, your responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Clinical Care: Providing high-quality medical care, including assessing residents' health conditions, monitoring vital signs, and managing medications and treatments.
• Wound Management: Managing and dressing wounds, preventing infections, and promoting proper wound healing.
• Health Care Planning: Developing and implementing individualised care plans based on residents' specific needs and conditions.
• Assessment and Documentation: Conducting thorough health assessments, maintaining accurate medical records, and documenting changes in residents' health conditions.
• Pain Management: Addressing pain concerns and implementing pain management strategies.
• Emergency Response: Being prepared to handle medical emergencies and coordinating the response as necessary.
• End of Life Care: Providing comfort and support during end-of-life care, including palliative care.

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To be successful you will have experience in working within aged care and an understanding of the needs of residents residing in or transitioning to residential aged care.

The following skills and background will be highly valued:

• Bachelor of Nursing qualification with current unrestricted AHPRA registration
• Experience working in aged care
• Demonstrated competence in medication management, clinical skills, and documentation
• Demonstrated ability to engage positively with a diverse range of individuals, including residents and their families

In addition to the above skills, as an ideal candidate, you will demonstrate a high level of leadership for those around you providing conflict resolution, supervision, and striving for continuous improvement.

This role comes with an attractive hourly rate and a host of great benefits including:

• Up to $18,550 tax exempt not for profit salary packaging benefits, plus other salary packaging options to increase your take-home pay
• A rewards program giving you discounts to an ever-expanding list of retailers
• Ongoing professional development and learning opportunities
• Employee assistance program for you and your family
• A nurturing and supportive environment allows for a healthy work-life balance
• Flexible working arrangements

Join us at Torbay Lifestyles & Care and make a difference in the lives of others, and do it in paradise. Apply now!