Registered Nurse - Karana

Registered Nurse

Permanent Part-Time (0.3EFT - 24 hours per fortnight)

Classification will be based on qualifications and experience (YP2 - YP9)

About the role:

Yarrawonga Health is a reputable aged care provider dedicated to delivering exceptional services to our elderly residents. We are currently seeking a compassionate and skilled Registered Nurse to join our team and contribute to the well-being and comfort of our residents.

As an Registered Nurse in our Aged Care facility Karana, you will play a pivotal role in providing high-quality nursing care to patients; residents and clients in Yarrawonga Health. Working closely with a team of healthcare professionals, you will be responsible for delivering person-centered care, administering medications, and supporting the overall well-being of our residents.

Working in Karana, you will utilise a person-centred care approach to the provision of the physical and emotional needs of residents/clients. You will participate in their total care and orientate to their individual needs to enable them to live a meaningful life and maintain their self-respect.

All clinical staff work all shifts across the 24 hour day and at 7 days of the week, inclusive of public holidays.

Key Responsibilities:

Professional Practice:

• Practice in accordance with the Australian Nursing and Midwifery Accreditation Council Competency Standards for the Registered Nurse;
• Assist with the implementation of care plans under the direction of healthcare professionals;
• Demonstrate commitment to person-centred care and best practice standards;
• Provide for the physical and emotional needs of residents, patients, clients by assisting with the activities of daily living and encouraging appropriate self-care;
• Ensure the delivery of a high standard of evidence-based nursing care to consumers;
• Demonstrate and maintain competency in the performance of clinical skills;
• Supervise and assist in the training and upskilling of Enrolled Nurses and Health Care Workers.

Residential Services specific activities:

• To ensure a current understanding of contemporary issues and practices affecting the holistic management of residents (i.e. complex physical needs of residents, managing behaviours relating to dementia/depression, younger people with acquired brain injuries).
• To maintain a current knowledge of the documentation required for Aged Care and ensure their implementation to optimize resident outcomes.
• To maintain a practical working knowledge of Aged Care legislation.

Clinical/Management of Care:

• Administer medications and treatments in accordance with established protocols and residents personalised care plans;
• Monitor residents' vital signs, symptoms, and responses to medical interventions;
• Promptly report vital consumer observations that are outside the normal range as per clinical guidelines;
• Provides nursing care of individuals and groups within the Registered Nurse scope of practice;
• Completes comprehensive and accurate nursing assessments of patients/residents;
• Deviations or changes in a patients’ normal condition, including vital observations which may indicate deterioration, are acted upon appropriately and promptly;
• A plan of care is developed and documented in consultation with the patient/resident and; relevant others and identifies expected outcomes, including a timeframe

Documentation:

• Maintain accurate and current medical records ensuring documentation meets professional and legal standards;
• Record observations and report any changes in patient condition to the healthcare team;
• Recording any incidents that may occur to all residents;
• Maintaining high levels of confidentiality in align with Yarrawonga Health policies and national legislations.

Communication:

• Establish and maintain effective communication with all other health professionals and support staff, consumers, families, the community and external care providers;
• Relay important information to the supervising healthcare professional.

Skills and Abilities:

• Compassion and empathy.
• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to work well in a team.
• Physical stamina and the ability to perform tasks that may require lifting and manual dexterity.
• Attention to detail and the ability to follow protocols and procedures.

Qualifications:

• Current Nursing Registration with Australian Health Practitioners Agency (AHPRA)

Key Selection Criteria:

• Achievement of competencies of an Registered Nurse in accordance with criteria as prescribed by the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia;
• Demonstrate well-developed communication and interpersonal skills;
• Possess knowledge of relevant legislation, particularly the National Health Reform, National Standards and Aged Care Standards;
• Demonstrated ability to deliver of excellent clinical care standards in accordance with Yarrawonga Health philosophy, policies and procedures;
• Ability to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team and to work independently of others;
• An ability to represent as a patient advocate;
• Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentially.

Desirable:

• Membership of relevant professional body;
• Minimum two years’ Registered Nurse experience;
• Knowledge of and experience in quality improvement activities.

About Us

Watch our video about working with Yarrawonga Health!

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Karana provides a high standard of residential complex care for persons who can no longer remain living independently in the community, and have complex health needs. At Karana, daily life revolves around the important people in our care. This is their home and we do our best to make each day happy and fulfilling. We cater for residents requiring our daily care and assistance. Offering 28 single rooms and 1 single companion room option. All rooms come with an ensuite and enjoy very pleasant outlooks. Rooms are furnished with a specialised care bed, over-bed table and built-in wardrobe. Residents are well supported by a range of services that include allied health professionals, hair salon, personal care, medication routines and treatment, laundry and room cleaning. For complete piece of mind (for residents and their loved ones) assistance is available 24 hours a day.

Yarrawonga Health is progressive and innovative health service. With your skills and experience, you will deliver safe, reliable and responsive patient care. Better yet, it is also a great career move as you join a thriving organisation guided by its mission to provide and improve sustainable health and education services for our communities in partnership with them.

Situated on the heart of the Murray River, Yarrawonga Health provides acute, surgical, community and aged care support for the region. We're only a few hours from Melbourne and you'll be enjoying all the region has to offer - from wineries and snow fields to water and boating activities on the Murray River, you'll never be bored!

More Information:

For more information regarding the role contact: Larry Thomson, Acting Nurse Unit Manager by email Larry.Thomson@yh.org.au

All employment with Yarrawonga Health is subject to and conditional upon a satisfactory Police Check, NDIS Worker Screening Check and Victorian 'Employee' Working with Children's Check.

YH is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce and follows Equal Employment Opportunity Principles. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, all members of the LGBTQI community and people with a disability.

All healthcare workers are required to have mandatory COVID-19 vaccination and evidence of vaccination will be required prior to commencement.

Application Process:

All applications are to be submitted via Yarrawonga Health's website Yarrawonga Health Careers.

Please submit your application including a cover letter, resume, and responses to the key selection criteria found in the position description.

Please refer to the attached position description for full details of the role.

Applications close midnight September 27th.

*Interviews may be conducted prior to closing date.