Clinical Specialist Palliative Care Lead

2 days ago

Footscray, Victoria, Australia Doutta Galla Aged Services Full time

About Us

Doutta Galla Aged Services is a reputable not-for-profit organisation with over three decades of experience in delivering high-quality aged care services. We pride ourselves on fostering a diverse and inclusive environment, welcoming individuals from various backgrounds.

We are currently seeking an experienced Clinical Specialist Palliative Care Lead to join our dedicated team and contribute to the delivery of exceptional end-of-life care across our eight aged care homes.

The Role

You will report directly to the Executive Manager-Clinical Governance and be responsible for developing and implementing innovative service models, ensuring the delivery of outstanding palliative care. You will assist in providing specialist palliative care and end-of-life care to older persons, residents/participants, families, and other stakeholders facing palliative care needs.

Key Responsibilities

  • Maintain a person-centred approach in assessment, planning, delivery, and evaluation of older persons' care and service provision
  • Deliver clinical support tailored to individual needs and take a leading role in developing palliative care and end-of-life care plans
  • Provide continuity of care to ensure effective palliative care and end-of-life care
  • Identify opportunities for developing palliative care and end-of-life care nursing services to improve older persons' care
  • Manage therapeutic interventions and referrals as required, along with strong palliative care and end-of-life care pharmacology knowledge
  • In consultation with residents, participants, families, CCCs, and GPs, coordinate review and revision of care plans for palliative care and end-of-life care
  • Promote collaborative working practices in all aspects of palliative care and end-of-life care
  • Deliver In-Service Education Programs and Toolbox Talks to relevant personnel, residents, participants, and families
  • Support and provide education and knowledge transfer about palliative care and/or end-of-life care to residents/participants, their families, and staff
  • Participate in case conferences and monthly care statements for residents/participants regarding palliative care and/or end-of-life care
  • Monitor and evaluate care provided and provide ongoing assessment of resident/participant health status in accordance with defined policy and procedures

Requirements

  • Dedication to resident care and support
  • At least five years' experience as a Registered Nurse (Div 1)
  • Strong knowledge and experience working with palliative care and end-of-life care technology and education
  • Developing palliative care and end-of-life care plans
  • Ability to interpret aged care and disability standards and develop or implement related policies and procedures
  • Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to effectively communicate with residents, resident representatives, and other health professionals
  • A good understanding of the aged care reform agenda, including AN-ACC funding and royal commission recommendations related to clinical care

What We Offer

We offer a competitive salary of $120,000 - $150,000 per annum, rewarding career opportunities, and a work environment that prioritises a healthy work-life balance.

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