Community Registered Nurse - Belair, Australia - Harrison McMillan

Description

About Kalyra

Kalyra has been supporting South Australians for 130 years We take pride in delivering outstanding service and care through Residential Aged Care, In-Home Support, Retirement Living and Affordable Housing. When you join Kalyra, you join a team that makes having a career in Aged Care fun, inspiring and rewarding – it's different here

What drives us? Our values – caring, commitment, strengths, community, enabling.

Role Overview

As a Community Registered you will be responsible for supporting people living in their home following person-centered care and applying best clinical practice. You will be part of a dedicated team and support staff with clinical advice and provide a range of clinical assistance to clients, including but not limited to, health assessments, simple and complex wound care, palliative care, simple and complex medication administration, and chronic disease management. The registered nurse team members are supported by and report to the Program Manager Clinical Services.

Please note:

• This is a permanent full time role
• Location - based at Darlington

About the Person
The optimal candidate will display proficiency and confidence in clinical care, coupled with a genuine sense of empathy and understanding towards our Residents. Additionally, they should be dedicated to collaborating seamlessly within a larger team committed to delivering a high standard of person-centered care.

To succeed in this role, you will possess the following:

• Current registration as a General Nurse with the AHPRA
• Previous nursing experience working in a Community Aged Care setting, would be highly desirable
• Highly developed skills in client nursing and personal care
• Possess a basic understanding of the role and functions of the Commonwealth Department responsible for Aged Care and relevant legislation
• Working knowledge of the Work Health and Safety Act and regulations and their application in the workplace
• Ability to work autonomously and recognise times when matters require escalating.
• Willing to travel to other sites as required, to provide additional support, and/or leave cover for the team of Registered Nurses
• Hold a valid National Police Check or be willing to obtain one
• Senior First Aid Certificate
• Current Driver's License
• Fully vaccinated for Covid-19 and influenza

The benefits:

Joining the Kalyra team is not only fun and rewarding, it's also a career and we can offer you:

• Flexible working hours
• Access to salary packaging options to increase your take home pay
• Hands on orientation program with ongoing training and support
• A values-based organisation with a welcoming and supportive culture
• Opportunities to grow in your role and have the career you want to have
• 0.90c KM reimbursement
• Above award pay rate
• Laptop and phone provided

A strong reputation and supportive working environment - Kalyra is highly regarded in the community, and you'll work with a very passionate and supportive team.

If you possess a genuine passion for aiding the elderly and ensuring their well-being and daily lifestyle requirements are fulfilled, we welcome your interest and encourage you to get in touch with us.

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