Registered Nurse

About This Role

The Registered Nurse acts as a Care Coordinator within Mercy Health's Transitional Aged Care Program, which supports care recipients over 65 years in their homes and communities following a hospital stay. This role involves undertaking nursing assessments, providing education, and coordinating care within a community-based, 12-week program.

Responsibilities

• Undertake nursing assessments and procedures
• Provide education and support clients to manage their complex health needs
• Supervise and support Assistants in Nursing
• Complete initial assessments and make relevant referrals to the clinical team
• Support clients to set individual goals and evaluate progress
• Coordinate support and therapy with the clinical team
• Liaise with other clinicians, support people, and service providers

Requirements

• Excellent clinical, time management, organisational, and communication skills, with the ability to adapt and problem solve
• A compassionate, flexible, and positive approach to effective patient care and management
• The ability to nurture friendly, respectful relationships and contribute to a collaborative team environment
• A current Police Record Check or in the process of obtaining one
• Proof of current influenza vaccination and other vaccination status consistent with public health orders

Benefits

• Security and stability
• Opportunity to grow impact and gain experience

Important Details

• Employment type: Permanent part-time
• Hours: Flexible, up to 32 hours per fortnight

About the Company

For over a century, Mercy Health's teams have provided care for people when they need it most. As a for-purpose organisation with over 10,000 dedicated, compassionate people, it continues to offer more services and deeper care than ever before.