Registered Nurse

Bethany Aged Care Centre offers caring and supportive lifestyle in a community setting.  Located in the charming coastal town of Post Macquarie, our Centre is located just minutes away from public transport, the beach, the town centre and local services.

We currently have a position available for Casual and Permanent Registered Nurses who will provide clinical leadership in the delivery of individualised care to residents, enhancing their health and spiritual well-being.

It would be great if you were flexible and able to work a variety of shifts, e.g. morning, afternoon, night, weekend, public holiday.

ABOUT THE ROLE

In the role of Registered Nurse, you will provide clinical supervision and be responsible for coordinating the delivery of safe, effective and individualised care to our care recipients and their families (including managing staff and physical resources) and assisting residents to lead an active and meaningful life as independently as possible in keeping with the Salvation Army's Mission, Vision and Values.

As a Registered Nurse with the Salvation Army Aged Care you will:

• Complete relevant documentation in assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating the care needs of residents.
• Maintain good clinical records and accurate documentation to ensure legal adequacy and the completion of AN-ACC requirements.
• Maintain appropriate ordering, management and administration of medications in accordance with policy and procedures.
• Comply with the conditions, amendments and regulations of related acts e.g. Poisons and Therapeutic Goods Act 1996.
• Liaise with doctors and other health professionals and follow directions for administration of medications and treatments in accordance with legislative guidelines.

ABOUT YOU

To be considered for this role, ideally, we are looking for:

• An understanding, empathy, appreciation and the ability to promote the values and ethos of The Salvation Army.
• Current unrestricted registration with Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency
• Demonstrated aged care experience, the ability to work as part of a team and promote education and leadership in aged care
• Understanding of and commitment to continuous quality improvement
• Experience in developing care plans
• An understanding of Aged Care Quality Standards
• An understanding of AN-ACC
• Demonstrated organisational and time management skills
• Demonstrated well developed computer and documentation skills
• National NDIS worker screening check

The Salvation Army is an Equal Opportunity Employer who provides an inclusive work environment and embraces the diverse talent of its people. We value people of all cultures, languages, capacities, sexual orientations, gender identities and/or expressions. We are committed to achieving a diverse workforce and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal people and Torres Strait Islander people.

The Salvation Army is a child safe organisation and is committed to protecting children and young people from harm. All child facing roles will require the successful completion of a Working with Children Check. Applicants for all roles require a mandatory National Police Check.

We value Integrity, Compassion, Respect, Diversity, and Collaboration