Discharge Planner - Lenah Valley, Australia - Calvary Community Care

Calvary Community Care

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Lenah Valley, Australia

1 week ago

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Olivia Brown

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Lenah Valley, TAS, Australia, 7008

Permanent

Closing on:
Mar 7 2023

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Position Description

Progress with purpose at one of Australia's largest health care providers

Get ahead with salary packaging, benefits and professional development in a supportive team environment

Job share position, potential for flexible hours

About you

The Discharge Planner is responsible for providing safe, effective and appropriate patient care in a patient-focused environment. The discharge planner is responsible for co-ordinating complex patient discharge requirements as a part of a multidisciplinary team.

We are looking for an enthusiastic Registered or Enrolled Nurse with a passion for patient safety and care delivery.

An autonomous work ethic and ability to work effectively in a team with refined time management skills would be required.

Previous experience in similar roles would be beneficial although not essential, however a minimum of three years nursing experience is required.

The role is a job share arrangement Monday to Wednesday, however hours can be negotiated.

Key Responsibilities

Coordinating complex patient discharges from hospital

Liaising with the multi-diciplinary team and outside agencies

Educating staff and patients regarding care needs and services available

What you bring

AHPRA Registration

Demonstrated recent clinical experience in an acute care and/or hospital setting

Ability to work unsupervised, proficiently and in an organised manner during periods of high demand and activity

Demonstrated ability to work effectively as a member of a multidisciplinary team

Demonstrated communication, interpersonal skills and customer service skills

A desire to join a team committed to the care of others in a mission based organisation

Why work for Calvary?
At Calvary, our staff matter.

Join our team, learn with purpose and drive positive impact in one of Australia's largest healthcare providers across Public and Private Hospitals, Residential Aged Care and Home Care.

With over 130 years' experience and 18,000 staff and volunteers, we offer an inclusive and welcoming culture where you are valued, drawing on your own strengths, identity and background alongside a team of professionals who care for our patients, residents and clients.

Your benefits:

NFP salary packaging benefits, discounted health insurance and gym memberships

Paid parental leave

Training, development pathways and career opportunities

Flexible hours that make sense for you

Please note the following:

Only applicants with a valid right to work in Australia will be considered.

Calvary has a mandatory COVID-19 vaccination requirement for all workers. You will also be required to provide evidence of other immunisation as required for your role.