Nurse Unit Manager - Arcare Maidstone

Salary Range  - Minimum $56.98 to $59.85 per hour

• Job stability with meaningful and deeply rewarding work
• Access to discounts at Apple, Samsung, Gyms + Travel + Health Insurance
• Paid training days + opportunities for professional development and Career Progression

About Arcare

As one of Australia’s leading aged care providers, we have 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 7000 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

About the Role

This is an excellent opportunity to join a company that values its team members, offers a supportive working environment, and has a genuine desire to develop its people.

The Nurse Unit Manager is responsible for providing leadership and oversight of the care team within a specific unit. You will play a pivotal role in providing compassionate and competent care to Arcare Residents while maintaining a supportive and positive work environment for the care team.

Your key responsibilities will be:  

• Resident Care: Ensuring the delivery of high-quality and person-centered care to residents, addressing their specific medical, physical, and emotional needs.
• Staff Supervision: Managing and leading a team of healthcare professionals, including nurses, caregivers and support staff.
• Care Planning: Overseeing the development and implementation of individual care plans for each resident, considering their unique health requirements and preferences.
• Medication Management: Ensuring proper administration and management of medications for residents, adhering to prescribed schedules and protocols.
• Family Communication: Communicating effectively with residents' families or legal guardians, providing updates on their loved one's condition and involving them in care decisions when appropriate.

Skills & Experience

• Current AHPRA Registration.
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in Aged Care as a Registered Nurse.
• Knowledge of Aged Care accreditation standards.
• Comprehensive knowledge and experience with ANNAC.
• Expertise in medication administration and wound care with a commitment to ongoing clinical excellence.
• Strong leadership, communication and interpersonal skills.
• An outstanding proficiency in care planning, goal setting and evaluation documentation.
• Capability to effectively lead and manage a team.

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.