Enrolled Nurse

The Role:
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our forward thinking, progressive Aged Care organisation as an Enrolled Nurse, on a permanent part time basis.

You will report to the Registered Nurse and will excel in providing exceptional care and service excellence. You will work both independently and as part of a team, thriving in a fast-paced environment where your efforts make a tangible difference to our residents. With innovative and creative thinking, you will identify ways to work more effectively, ensuring you provide the best possible care. Your professionalism and strong moral values will shine through in everything you do.

Permanent Shifts will include:

Week 2 - Wednesday, Friday, Monday (7-1pm)

Opportunity to pick up additional shifts as they become available!

What you’ll do and be responsible for:

Provide quality clinical care to the residents in your ‘house’ area, in line with our Model of Care
Be responsible for the health and well-being of our residents
Check medication and undertake medication rounds where required.
Engage with families and other stakeholders to build relationships and trust and act as a family contact for any clinical discussions when required.
Demonstrate leadership in maintaining infection control, manual handling and care provision principles at all times
Model best practices to ensure resident’s quality of life is optimised
Observe, escalate and document changes in resident’s to the Registered Nurse
Complete simple wound care and administering medication in accordance to policies and guidelines.

What you’ll need to succeed:

Diploma of Nursing with full AHPRA registration (no restrictions)
Up to date qualifications in First Aid and CPR
A warm and empathetic approach
Comprehensive clinical knowledge of the ageing process & health and a working knowledge of relevant Aged Care legislation
Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.
Strong organisational and time management skills.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; listening, written and verbal
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
A proactive and energetic style with the enthusiasm to learn and develop

It would be helpful if you had (but is not essential to apply for the role):

1-3 years experience as an Enrolled Nurse
Experience working in Aged Care
A current National Police Certificate (or willingness to apply)

If you want to join our amazing team, St Basil’s offers:

A competitive salary based on experience.
A friendly and inclusive culture, where the values of courtesy and kindness underpin everything that we do
Salary packaging to maximise your take home pay
Professional development opportunities.
A supportive and inclusive work environment.

How to Apply:

If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining:

your relevant experience and qualifications
what motivates you to apply for this role

If you would like to arrange a confidential discussion regarding the role, please email [email protected]

Want to know more about our Company?

Every day at St Basil’s in South Australia presents a new opportunity to create ways for our residents to live Well, their way, at any age. Providing care that goes over and above the expected is what really makes the difference; it’s what we do when caring for people who have spent their lifetime building families and communities.

Our interactions with each other, our residents, and the wider community are underpinned by our values of Courtesy and Kindness. St Basil’s has a solid commitment to developing its people, and celebrates diversity - committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

To find out more about us, visit our website www.stbasils.com.au