Registered Nurse - Arcare Wright

Salary Range - Minimum $41.77 - $50.89 per hour 

Play a key role in our continued growth with the opening of our second residential aged care residence in the ACT!

• Brand-new 98 bed Aged Care Residence
• This position will commence in November
• Job stability with meaningful and deeply rewarding work
• Opportunities for Professional Development and Career Progression
• Access to discounts at Apple, Samsung, Gyms + Travel + Health Insurance

About Arcare

As one of Australia’s leading aged care providers, we have over 50 residences in QLD, NSW, and VIC, with more on the way! Our core focus is the relationship between residents, colleagues, and family members, with our residents and team at the heart of what we do.

Backed by a dedicated team of over 8500 employees, we strive to uphold our core values of Relationships, Uniqueness, Partnerships, and Flexibility, earning us a reputation that speaks for itself.

Benefits

• Above Award Rates
• Significant employee discounts for Apple, Samsung, Travel, Health Insurance, Gyms & much more
• Allowances: Uniform, meals, shift and public holidays
• ​​​​​​​Paid Training and Development days
• Reward & Recognition programs
• Employee Assistance Program

Your key responsibilities will be:

• Clinical Care: Providing high-quality medical care, including assessing residents' health conditions, monitoring vital signs, and managing medications and treatments.
• Wound Management: Managing and dressing wounds, preventing infections, and promoting proper wound healing.
• Health Care Planning: Developing and implementing individualized care plans based on residents' specific needs and medical conditions.
• Assessment and Documentation: Conducting thorough health assessments, maintaining accurate medical records, and documenting changes in residents' health conditions on eCase.
• Pain Management: Addressing pain concerns and implementing pain management strategies.
• Emergency Response: Being prepared to handle medical emergencies and coordinating the response as necessary.
• End-of-Life Care: Providing comfort and support during end-of-life care, including palliative care.

Skills & Experience

• Current AHPRA Registration.
• Knowledge of Aged Care accreditation standards
• Adaptable, passionate and willingness to learn.
• Collaborative and skilled at teamwork.
• Friendly and effective communication abilities.

Ready to Apply

Our people and culture set us apart and our ongoing focus of working together as one team. If you think this role is the right fit for you, we invite you to apply. Please note that you must have Australian Working Rights and a NDIS Worker Screening Check (or be willing to obtain). Arcare values diversity within our workforce and is an equal opportunity employer.