Registered Nurse

POSITION PURPOSE
To coordinate resident care with staff teams to ensure the best health and wellbeing outcomes for residents.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES / DUTIES
OPERATIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES
> Lead an integrated team of professional care staff.
> Acknowledge and develop a positive relationship with each resident and their family respecting the dignity and privacy of each individual.
> Empower residents to make informed choices particularly in relation to daily routines.
> Provide assessment planning implementation and evaluation of clinical care in consultation with residents and/or their representatives and appropriate team members
> Provide best practice clinical care tailored to meet resident needs.
> Produce a high level of accurate comprehensive and timely documentation of resident care needs including care plans medication charts and all other relevant documents.
> High level of courteous communication and consultation with all stakeholders.
> Successfully lead staff in a multi-disciplinary environment promoting excellence in the standard of care provided for residents.
> Comply with reporting requirements for Quality Indicators Accreditation Internal Audits and any other reports as directed.
> Document and follow up all incidents and concerns.
> Implement emergency infection control procedures when required.
> Maintain a commitment to continuous improvement
> Comply with the Aged Care Service Policies Procedures Aims and Objectives adopted by Council and act in accordance with the code of professional conduct and Councils Code of Conduct.
> Promote a professional image for all facilities operated under the auspice of Gilgandra Shire Council.

QUALITY CARE
> Lead and actively participate in the delivery of a high standard of physical and emotional support and care to each resident and their families/friends.
> Assist residents to make informed decisions and achieve meaning and purpose in their lives.
> Responsible for Quality management data collection and evaluation including mandatory Quality Indicators data.

CLINICAL LEADERSHIP
> Provide a high standard of ongoing clinical management
> Monitor team clinical performance
> Lead the Team Leaders and EENs and mentor them in leading their teams.
> Plan and allocate work for the team
> Oversee clinical education e.g. wound/medication management competency assessments and monthly training programs.
> Prepare for medical officer visits and document resident outcomes

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
> Implement new systems for improvement adopted by management
> Update according to incoming publications/information
> Circulate publications
> Identify information source(s) inside and outside the organisation

COMMUNICATION
> Organise meetings eg Team Leaders Care Staff Residents and/or families
> Obtain relevant data from external sources
> Produce reports
> Establish and maintain networks
> Identify document requirements

ORGANISATIONAL DEVELOPMENT
> Assist with the development of future strategies
> Assist with planning to match future requirements with resources

WORKPLACE CULTURE
> Display professional ethical positive and consistent behaviour within the work environment at all times.
> Participate in quality improvement programs to improve the lives of residents and staff
> Promote and develop a culture in the team which contributes to a harmonious and supportive work environment where people feel valued

SELECTION CRITERIA
ESSENTIAL CRITERIA
> Current registration with AHPRA
> Demonstrated ability to manage and supervise staff
> Demonstrated ability to work as part of a team.
> Proven record of quality care delivery
> Commitment to WHS & EEO principles.
> Excellent communication skills both written and verbal.
> Proficiency in use of Microsoft suite of applications
> Ability to provide on-call assistance after-hours
> Current Class C Drivers Licence

DESIRABLE CRITERIA
> Knowledge of ACFI
> Understanding of Aged Care legislation and regulations
> Understanding of Aged Care Accreditation standards
> Recognised qualifications in Management or equivalent experience
> Certificate in Aged Care or equivalent
> Ability to complete documentation requirements for an aged care environment
> Experience working with and empathy towards the elderly.
> Proven care plan experience
> Current First Aid Certificate

CORPORATE WIDE ACCOUNTABILITIES
WORK HEALTH AND SAFETY
All employees are responsible for the Work Health and Safety (WHS) for Gilgandra Shire Council and their duties include:
> Complying with Councils WHS policies and procedures
> Working with due diligence and consideration to safeguard their own health and safety and the health and safety of others
> Reporting an potential hazards incidents or injuries to their Supervisor or People and Culture within 48 hours
> Participating in any WHS consultation arrangements
> Complying with any Return to Work Plan if injured and supporting rehabilitation in the workplace
> Correctly using all personal protective equipment
> Complying with emergency and evacuation procedures and site rules if applicable

SUSTAINABILITY AND TRANSFORMATIONAL CHANGE
Staff will give equal priority to improving and enhancing Councils economic social and environmental outcomes by integrating sustainability and transformational change into all decision making processes. This includes continuously increasing efficiencies reducing resource use sustainable procurement maintaining service levels and protecting our natural assets. It is expected that all staff can demonstrate awareness and participation in sustainable and transformational change work practices.

CODE OF CONDUCT AND EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
Staff will at all times adhere to:
> Councils adopted Code of Conduct
> Councils Equal Employment Opportunity and Workplace Bullying policies to adopt a fair and equitable workplace free of illegal discrimination harassment and bullying behaviour.

Expected Salary: $95000-$100000 AUD per year