Registered Nurse
The Opportunity
When a 72-bed home recruits for its casual bank, the shortlist tends to go to candidates who have read the brief properly. This brief is for a Registered Nurse at an aged care home in Newcastle, New South Wales, operated by a not-for-profit care organisation.
The hiring team is specific about what it wants. It lists knowledge of the Aged Care Quality Standards, strong communication, clinical problem-solving and a readiness to nurse residents who have dementia. Post-graduate nurses can apply. Visa sponsorship will be considered for the right candidate.
Stand out by answering each listed requirement in your cover note, in the same order, with a short example from your own practice. Keep your registration and immunisation certificates scanned and ready.
Finally, cut your CV back to what this home asks for, with AHPRA registration, the Standards and your available shifts in plain view. Build AI CV can help you trim your CV to the listed requirements.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide clinical care in which the resident's own needs and preferences come first
- Take on the nursing of residents living with dementia
- Use problem-solving in clinical situations so residents' care is supported
- Be rostered on shifts of different kinds
- Work on different days and as one of the team
Requirements & Eligibility
- Hold full unrestricted AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse
- Show knowledge and understanding of the Aged Care Quality Standards
- Post-graduate applications are welcome
- Bring affinity and experience with residents with dementia, or a willingness to gain experience in this area
- Have excellent communication and clinical problem-solving skills, and be an excellent, highly motivated team player
- Offer availability for various shifts across various days
- Be vaccinated in line with the organisation's immunisation policy, including a TGA-approved COVID-19 vaccine and annual influenza
- Be willing to undertake a National Criminal History Check and a pre-employment medical assessment
How to Apply
To apply for this position, please follow these instructions carefully:
- Send your CV to our team by email: Apply by email.
- Ensure your CV includes all relevant professional information.
- Subject Line: Please mention the position you are applying for (Registered Nurse) in the email subject.
- Include at least two professional work references on your CV.
- Attach copies of your skills assessment and trade certificates if available.
- Attach a clear copy of your passport.
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