At Alzheimer's Queensland (AQ) the quality of the living environment within its homes is a key element to providing quality care. Rosalie Nursing Care Centre is a female only, aged care home that is widely recognised by local residents as the specialist dementia nursing home in the Inner Brisbane City.
The Role
We are taking applications for Registered Nurses for our facility to be responsible for providing safe, person-centred and evidence-based practice for the health and well-being of residents. You will work in partnership to enable shared decision making and care delivery between the person, nominated partners, family, friends and health professionals.
About You
- Current AHPRA registration as a Division 1 Registered Nurse
- Happy to work Casually across all shifts
- Relevant qualifications in the field of gerontology, dementia or similar would also be an advantage
- Minimum 2 years' experience in the provision of residential aged care (specifically people with dementia) as an AHPRA Division 1 Registered Nurse
- The commitment to work within the AQ model of care, ensuring quality & effective services are delivered with strong consumer focus & the skills to promote consumer choice
- Clinical oversight & professional competence as a Registered Nurse providing high standards of clinical care
- Solid understanding of mandatory reporting and the Aged Care Qualtiy Standards
- The natural ability to provide positive leadership to care staff as a supportive & advisory role model
- Empathy & understanding of the needs of the frail, elderly & dementia residents
- Consultative in case management & clinical decision making of residents with high complex needs
- Excellent verbal & written communication skills
- Ability to problem solve & work under pressure
- Clear National Police Check
- CurrentCovid vaccinations
Our Culture & Benefits
- To work within a supportive team of dedicated professionals
- Thorough systems & processes in place
- Innovative, progressive aged care organisation
- Above award hourly rate on offer as well as access to salary sacrifice
- Rewarding position providing quality of life services to older people
- Supportive senior management
- Career advancement opportunities
- Ongoing training & professional development