Enrolled Endorsed Nurse (EEN) Supervisor
Port Melbourne Hostel (VIC)
Part Time Basis

•    Work with a rapidly growing not for profit organisation committed to social justice
•    Competitive base pay rates: $43.75 - $48.79+ superannuation 
•    Access to exclusive Salary Packaging & Employee Assistant Program
•    Part Time Basis – 7 shifts per fortnight 
•    Based at our Port Melbourne Hostel (VIC)

About us
Wintringham is a specialised non-religious not-for-profit welfare organisation. We are committed to providing older people who are at risk or have experienced homelessness with a range of high-quality care, housing and services. We employ more than 1,000 staff across Victoria and Tasmania
Our Port Melbourne Hostel provides accommodation and care to older people who require assistance with daily living and personal care.

Your new role
We are currently seeking an Enrolled Endorsed Nurse Supervisor to join the residential team at our Port Melbourne Hostel on a Part Time basis for 7 shifts per fortnight. In this engaging role, you will be providing leadership and assisting the operation of the facility whilst also providing care to residents with a supportive small team of nurses and carers. 
Your fortnightly roster will be as below:
Week 1: Wednesday and Thursday (1430 – 2215)
Week 2: Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday (1430 – 2215)

Your duties and responsibilities will include:

• Provide care services as detailed in the individual resident Care Plan.
• Undertake detailed clinical assessments of unwell residents (including medications), seek assistance as required and complete a detailed report of interventions and outcomes.
• Liaise with medical practitioners, pharmacists and other health services to provide relevant services for the care and wellbeing of the residents
• Provide/directly supervise complex care such as wound management, palliative care, and emergency procedures.
• Be responsible for the maintenance of medication procedures and practices in accordance with Wintringham policy.
• Provide leadership in the management of cigarette and alcohol programs
      
  What we will require from you:
  •    Diploma of Nursing (with current registration at AHPRA)
  •    Previous experience in a supervisor/team leader role (Mandatory)
  •    Excellent communication skills
  •    Excellent knowledge on conflict resolution and dealing with challenging behaviours
  •    An understanding of the special needs of older people
  •    The ability to work autonomously 
  •    The ability to enhance or maintain our resident’s independence and lifestyle

This sounds great! How do I apply?
For more information about the role, you can download a copy of the Position Description here

Queries can be directed to Carolyn Russell and submitted via our website. 

Please upload your documents in PDF format. 

Applications close on Tuesday 13th of January 2025 at 5pm.

We are committed to providing an inclusive workplace that embraces diversity of backgrounds and differences, our Inclusion Statement may be accessed here. We encourage applications from First Nations people, people living with disability, LGBTIQA+ and people from culturally diverse backgrounds. Please contact us if you require any adjustments to participate in the recruitment process at inclusion@wintringham.org.au 

Successful applicants may be required to undergo a NDIS Worker Screening Check and Police Records check. Refusal to provide your information to both parties will prevent Wintringham from being able to continue with your application. 

Applicants who have lived in a country other than Australia for a period longer than 12 months in the last 10 years may be required to undergo an International Police Check. 

Successful candidates will be required to comply with the Wintringham Health and Immunisation policy including having one dose of a COVID-19 vaccine before commencing employment and must provide evidence.