Who is Harbison?
Harbison is a not-for-profit organisation owned by the community of the Southern Highlands. Harbison was founded by a group of volunteers in the late 1950s to provide local, independent, high-quality care and accommodation for the aged and disabled in the Southern Highlands and surrounding areas.
Today, we provide general and specialised care across a range of settings and are one of the largest employers in the Southern Highlands. Harbison is an inclusive employer that values the diversity of its workforce. We exist to support and nurture older individuals to maintain meaning and purpose in their unique lives.
What is the Role?
Seeking experienced Enrolled Nurses to join our team across all shifts & both sites (Burradoo & Moss Vale) – full-time and part-time.
Primary purpose of the role:
The role of Enrolled Nurse is to work in collaboration with the care services and management team to deliver quality and comprehensive nursing care to all residents using a ‘person centred’ approach. Whilst ensuring all standards of practice, legislation and AHPRA (Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency) requirements are met. This includes the supervision, coordination, and delegation of resident care to all direct reports.
Summary:
The role of Enrolled Nurse is to work in collaboration with the care services and management team to deliver quality and comprehensive nursing care to all customers using a ‘person centred’ approach. Whilst ensuring all standards of practice, legislation and AHPRA (Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency) requirements are met. This includes the supervision, coordination, and delegation of resident care to all direct reports.
In this role, you will be responsible for the following (but not limited to):
- Provide nursing care to patients in a variety of healthcare settings
- Administer medications and treatments as prescribed by a physician or Registered Nurse
- Monitor patient progress and report any changes to the Registered Nurse
- Assist with patient assessments and develop care plans
- Provide emotional support to patients and their families
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records
- Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to ensure the best possible patient outcomes
- Adhere to all healthcare regulations and standards
Key Accountabilities
- Practice and promote safe, efficient and effective nursing care under the direction of the Registered Nurse.
- Ensure work performed is within scope of practice.
- Develop, implement and assessment care plans in accordance with the individual needs of the residents using the ‘person centred’ approach.
- Understand each person and recognising their unique background and individual needs, whilst supplying empathic care to all residnets.
- Ensure all documentation requirements are completed daily in accordance with ANACC and processes.
- Ensure all individualised care plans and assessment are accurate and updated when the needs of the resident change promoting ‘ageing in place’.
- Participate in multidisciplinary rounds (MDR) on schedule.
- Attend mandatory meetings and training.
- In conjunction with the Registered Nurse, develop plans, programs, and initiatives to maximise care recipient outcomes while maintaining professional accountability, focus on resident service and collaboration with all residents.
- Manage and supervise a safe medication administration system when required.
- Work in partnership with Medical Practitioners and other Allied Health Professionals to develop and deliver specialised nursing care to ensure the best possible outcomes for care recipients.
- Demonstrate accountability for clinical decision-making under Registered Nurse supervision and practice whilst identifying personal learning needs and opportunities for growth.
- Assist with GP rounds when required.
- Mentor care staff when required.
- Any other reasonable task allocated to you within scope of practice
Qualifications:
- Bachelor of Nursing or Diploma of Nursing and current registration with AHPRA.
- Ability to lead and direct a care services team.
- Considerable knowledge and understanding of the industry’s practices and relevant statutory requirements.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Strong relationship building skills and customer centric approach.
What are some of the benefits?
- Employed under the Harbison Nursing Enterprise Agreement 2023-2026 and paid at rates above the NSW Health Nurses' Award.
- Salary packaging includes up to $15,900 in pre-tax earnings plus $2,650 to contribute towards entertainment benefits each year
- Access to in-house and online training programs
- Career progression opportunities
- Supportive, positive team environment
Please note the current Influenza & COVID-19 vaccinations are employment requirements at Harbison.
Please upload a cover letter (max. 1 page) telling us why you would be a suitable candidate and a copy of your current resume.
There is no closing date, and applications will be reviewed on submission. So, if you fit the above criteria and are passionate about the role, APPLY NOW.
If you have any questions regarding the position, please direct them to hr@harbisoncare.org.au with the subject line Enrolled Nurse.