Registered Nurse - Transitional Aged Care Program
Employment Type: Permanent Part Time
Position Classification: Registered Nurse
Remuneration: S36.38 - $51.08 per hour + 11.5% super + Salary packaging
Hours Per Week: Up to 20
Requisition ID: REQ565365
About the Service:
The Transitional Aged Care Program (TACP) provides short term care that aims to optimise the functioning and independence of older people after a hospital stay. It may include a package of services like low intensity therapy such as physiotherapy and occupational therapy, as well as social work, nursing support or personal care. It aims to enable older people to return home after a hospital stay rather than enter residential aged care.
About the role:
As a key member of the nursing team, you will undertake a range of vital responsibilities, including assisting clients with personal care, conducting clinical observations, delivering wound care, supporting activities of daily living (ADL) management, and facilitating home exercise programs.
You will work closely with a multidisciplinary team comprising nursing, physiotherapy, occupational therapy, podiatry, dietetics, and social work, all supported by comprehensive community services.
In this role, you will be a valued contributor, collaborating with the team to promote and maximise each client's independence.
We are seeking a highly skilled Registered Nurse who possesses:
- Experience providing general nursing care, including management of chronic diseases.
- Strong skills in wound care and personal care.
- Ability to support clients with activities of daily living (ADL) management.
- Experience with medication reconciliation and management.
- Previous experience working in community health settings is highly regarded.
Essential criteria:
- Current registration as a Registered Nurse with AHPRA.
- Eligible to drive in NSW with a current unrestricted NSW Drivers Licence
Why join us?
At Hunter New England Health, enjoy a career where you're challenged by interesting work and surrounded by spectacular locations. You'll contribute to the team enriching health in millions of ways every day. On top of this we also offer;
- Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero
- 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees)
- Paid parental leave (for eligible employees) - giving you the opportunity for true Worklife balance
- Salary packaging options - up to $11,600 plus novated leasing
- Fitness Passport for health and well-being - discounted gym options for you and your family
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
- Opportunity to work and collaborate with a range of non-clinical and clinical professionals
Need more information?
- Click here for the Position Description
- Find out more about applying for this position
- An eligibility list will be created for future permanent part time and temporary part time vacancies.
- We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.
For role related queries or questions contact Matthew Jones on Matthew.Jones2@health.nsw.gov.au
Information for Applicants:
Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description (link below). For assistance addressing selection criteria visit: https://bit.ly/3vL5fq2
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This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2024_015: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases for Category A positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.
Hunter New England Health is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health’s commitment to implementing the Child Safe Standards. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and well-being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.
Salary Packaging: is beneficial to most Hunter New England Health employees and may increase your take-home pay! Salary package a range of personal expenses including novated motor vehicle leases, relocation expenses, and HECS/HELP debt. Find out more by contacting SalaryPackagingPLUS! via nswhealth@salarypackagingplus.com.au or 1300 40 25 23.
At Hunter New England Local Health District, we are an inclusive employer dedicated to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming workplace. Our commitment to a workforce that reflects the community we care for is essential for delivering the highest quality healthcare to our community. We encourage people with diverse lived experiences to apply.
Please contact Rebecca.Caldwell@health.nsw.gov.au for confidential support to ensure an equitable, barrier-free application process.
Hunter New England Health employees may be eligible for a range of benefits such as allocated days off (ADO) for full time employees, long service leave, paid maternity leave, and salary packaging options including meal expenses.
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