Organisation : St Bartholomew's House
Location : Perth (East Perth)
Work type : Part-time
Sector : Aged Care & Seniors, Homelessness & Affordable Housing
Salary type : Annual Package
Salary : Level 8 (starting salary $87,714 p/a pro rata)
Application closing date : 24 Jan, 2018
About the organisation
James Watson Hostel is a specialist, low care, residential facility, providing permanent accommodation for 40 men who may have been homeless, or at risk of homelessness.
About the role
This Opportunity
The Registered Nurse works under the direction of the Coordinator of James Watson Hostel and the Manager of Aged Care Services. Working as part of a multi-disciplinary team you will collaborate with support workers and other health professionals to provide our residents with the highest standard of care.
The successful applicant will have current registration as a Registered Nurse with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency. You will be highly experienced in the preparation of care plans and with the development and implementation of strategies to manage challenging behaviours. You will be experienced in the clinical supervision of a team of care providers and in ensuring compliance with, and the continuous improvement of, St Bart’s policies and procedures. An understanding of complex behaviors that result from homelessness, mental illness, chronic alcohol abuse and premature aging would also be highly desirable.
The successful applicant should be familiar with ACFI processes and experience with this assessment tool would be well regarded. Sound knowledge of the accreditation standards is also essential. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, high level of computer literacy and demonstrated knowledge of infection control and OSH practices are further requirements for this position.
This is an exciting opportunity to progress your career in a not for profit setting.
What We Offer
We offer a supportive working environment and a competitive salary as well as access to attractive salary sacrifice benefits. Professional development is encouraged and all staff have access to a comprehensive in-house training program.
How to apply
Applications not allowed for this job listing.
Please quote in application: Registered Nurse via Pro Bono Australia.
Sector: #Aged_Care_and_Seniors, #Homelessness_and_Affordable_Housing