Registered Nurse
Job No:
JPR1875
Location:
Albany
About Juniper:
At Juniper we are proud to be one of Western Australia's biggest local aged care providers, championing individualised care that keeps our customers connected to the people, passions and places they have always loved. Right across the state, we are committed to exceptional care, accommodation, and support services for older Western Australians.
About the role:
We are seeking newly graduated and experienced Registered Nurses to join our Residential Aged Care home along with our Transition Care Program (TCP) team in Albany. Juniper Korumup .TCP provides short-term care that seeks to optimise the functioning and independence of older adults after a hospital stay. The aim of the program is to provide older people with an option to improve their functional independence and enable them to return home, or provide support to secure permanent aged residential care.
As a Registered Nurse you will partner with customers to assess their needs, implement strength-based strategies and evaluate effectiveness. You will work within the broader multidisciplinary team including allied health, case managers and multiskilled carers. Renowned for our commitment to the delivery of person centred care and best practice in relation to the provision of quality care, you will be working in a supportive environment that encourages initiative.
Whilst working in this rewarding role you will utilise your exceptional clinical assessment skills and respond appropriately to changes in the condition of your customers. You will enjoy this unique opportunity to be a valued member of a high functioning multidisciplinary team who are working together to help our customers set and meet person-centred goals. You will work towards these goals with enthusiasm and enjoy seeing customer progress towards these goals and the effectiveness of your interventions and regular positive outcomes.
Key Responsibilities:
- Strong clinical assessment skills and appropriate response to changes in customer condition in consultation with the broader multidisciplinary team
- Develop, implement, and evaluate plans of care in partnership with customers and their significant others
- Liaise with appropriate health care professionals to deliver quality care to customers
- Active participation as integral member of multidisciplinary team
- Ensure full compliance with organisation, professional and aged care standards
Key requirements:
- Current registration with AHPRA as a Registered Nurse
- Previous experience working in an acute setting as a Registered Nurse
- Ability to relate to elderly customers with empathy whilst working effectively with other health professionals, service providers and case managers
- Strong clinical assessment skills
- Strong communication, organisational and time management skills
- Supervision, support and appropriate delegation to support staff
- Enthusiasm for professional growth and development of self and others
- Experience with surgical drains, PICCS/Ports, wound care and Topical Negative Pressure Dressings
- Competency with IDC (male and female), SPC, trial of void, PEG, mental health needs
What’s on offer:
- Attractive remuneration dependent on experience
- Salary Package up to $18,550 per annum tax free
- Generous annual leave loading 17.5%
- Supportive environment with regular and ongoing professional development
- Non-profit values driven Western Australian aged care provider
- All employees have access to Juniperks an online platform that unlocks exclusive retail discounts, employee perks, wellness initiatives and peer acknowledgement
- Health Insurance discounts
- Employee Assistance Program with free counselling
- Free parking
How to apply:
To be considered for this position please submit your application online including a current curriculum vitae and a brief introductory cover letter. Please indicate in your cover letter whether you are interested in a part-time or full-time role.
People of all ages and cultures are encouraged to apply. Shortlisting will commence immediately. Visa Sponsorship is NOT available.