Aged & Disability Nurse
This position is responsible for Nursing and Allied Health Therapy including assessment & promotion of continence health, assessing clients, training.
Summary about this job
Nursing - Aged Care
Company: Central Desert Regional Council
Location: Alice Springs & Central Australia
Work type: Full Time
Salary: $86,957 - $92,638 plus super and leave loading
Phone: +61-8-8828-2846
Fax: +61-7-2595-9519
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Detail information about job Aged & Disability Nurse. Terms and conditions vacancy
People of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent are encouraged to apply.
Operating under the direction of the Aged & Disability Manager and in accordance with Council corporate plans, policies and relevant legislation this position is responsible for Nursing and Allied Health Therapy including assessment and promotion of continence health, assessment of clients, dementia assessment, Quality Improvement training and supporting support staff in accordance with program guidelines and in a culturally sensitive manner.
SELECTION CRITERIA
Essential:
- Current registration as an enrolled or registered Nurse with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) with experience working in an Aged Care environment.
- A thorough understanding of issues affecting Aboriginal people living in remote locations.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively with people from diverse backgrounds.
- Excellent ability to build internal and external stakeholder relationships.
- Demonstrated ability with assessment and care planning.
- Knowledge of WH&S principles and the ability to promote them in the workplace.
- Current Driver’s License and willingness to travel to remote communities
Desirable:
- Experience in the use of Client Information Management Systems.
- Ability to deliver training programs e.g. manual handling, incontinence, dementia