Enrolled Endorsed Nurse

Enrolled Endorsed Nurse

Tom Fitzgerald Residential

Part Time Basis

• Work with a rapidly growing not for profit organisation that makes a difference and is committed to social justice
• Competitive pay rate: $35.88/hr - $40.52/hr (dependant on qualifications & experience) + Superannuation
• Access to not-for-profit Salary Packaging
• Part Time Position – 4 shifts per week
• Great opportunity for a leader as you will be in charge on PM shifts
• Based in Shepparton (VIC)

About us

Wintringham provides aged care services to those who are financially disadvantaged and have previously been homeless or are at risk of becoming homeless. Supported by the Clinical Services Manager, Wintringham’s dynamic and highly skilled Clinical Care Team provides support to our residential and community sites ensuring that residents and clients receive high quality services that meet their health care needs. Our Tom Fitzgerald Residential Aged Care home in Shepparton is a low care home for our clients, on Yorta Yorta land.

Your new role:

We are currently seeking an eager and enthusiastic Enrolled Endorsed Nurse to join our Tom Fitzgerald Residential Aged Care Home on a Part Time basis. In this engaging role, you will work across 8 shifts per fortnight.

Your fortnightly roster is as below:

Week 1: Monday & Tuesday (0700 – 1500), Wednesday & Thursday (1430 – 2230)

Week 2: Monday & Tuesday (0700 – 1500), Wednesday & Thursday (1430 – 2230)

This is a great opportunity to showcase your leadership skills as you will be in charge on Wednesday and Thursday (for PM shifts)

Your responsibilities and duties will include (but aren’t limited to):

• Assisting residents with personal care including personal hygiene, dressing, grooming and other activities of daily living
• To observe and report changes in resident’s behaviour or physical condition
• To undertake medication management and treatment procedures as directed by the Residential Site Manager or person in charge
• To liaise with medical practitioners, pharmacists and other health services to provide relevant services for the care and wellbeing of the residents
• Assisting in the implementation of cigarette and alcohol programs
• Providing emotional support to residents.

What we require from you:

• At least one year of experience in a similar role - this is essential
• Ability to work both in team and autonomously
• Cert IV/Diploma of Nursing with medication endorsement (with current AHPRA Registration)
• Experience in Aged Care & ACFI/ANACC
• Prior experience in housing & homelessness support, aged care, welfare, disability support, mental health or community/home care
• Keen eye for detail
• Excellent communication skills
• The ability to enhance or maintain our residents' independence and lifestyle
• A friendly, approachable and non-judgmental attitude

• For more information about the role, you can download a copy of the Task Analysis here and of the Position Description here.

Applications can be directed to Cheray Ryan and submitted via our website. 

Please upload your documents in PDF Format.

Applications close on Wednesday 4^th of September 2024 at 5pm.

Successful candidates will be required to comply with the Wintringham Health and Immunisation policy including having three doses of a COVID-19 vaccine as well as a 2024 Influenza Immunisation vaccination before commencing employment and must provide evidence.

Wintringham is committed to providing safe and inclusive environments and services. We celebrate differences in ability, age, culture, gender, gender identity, race, religion, sexuality, spirituality and beliefs. Everyone has a right to feel welcome, respected and valued in a workplace free of discrimination and harassment.

The safety of all older people is paramount, and we have zero tolerance for family violence including elder abuse.

Wintringham proudly acknowledges Australia’s First Peoples as the Traditional Owners and Custodians of Country and pay respect to Elders past, present and emerging.

Diversity and inclusion makes our community and Wintringham stronger, and contributes to helping us end homelessness for older people.