Palliative Care Director

2 months ago

Macquarie Park, Australia Catholic Healthcare Full time

About the Role:


We are seeking a highly experienced Palliative Care Professional to lead our team in providing high-quality care to older individuals at end of life, regardless of where they live.



Responsibilities:

  • Design, implement, and operationalise best practices in palliative care across Residential Aged Care and Home and Communities portfolios.
  • Provide expert clinical guidance, education, and leadership in end-of-life care and liaise with external stakeholders to promote end-of-life care in all care settings.
  • Develop and maintain evidenced-based service model for Nurse Practitioners services/offerings.
  • Collaborate with academics and interdisciplinary teams to develop policies and procedures.
  • Ensure that palliative care principles and practices are translated into all aspects of care.
  • Collaborate with Universities in research and evaluation of care and practice.
  • Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders such as - community organisations, hospice agencies, and other healthcare providers to coordinate care and support services.
  • Provide expert clinical guidance and leadership to a team of healthcare professionals, older people, and families involved in end-of-life care.
  • Serve as a resource and mentor for Nurse Practitioners and other healthcare professionals seeking to expand their knowledge and skills in end-of-life care.
  • Develop and deliver educational programs for nursing and care staff on topics related to end-of-life care, including pain management, symptom control, and communication skills.


Requirements:

  • Registered Nurse with AHPRA and endorsement as a Nurse Practitioner by NMBA.
  • Advanced degree in nursing (Master's degree or higher).
  • 10+ years of Aged Care clinical nursing experience, ideally in palliative care, end-of-life care, or hospice.
  • Proven leadership and commercial experience in a clinical setting.
  • Advanced wholistic clinical assessment and critical thinking skills.
  • Commitment to upholding ethical standards and maintaining professionalism in all aspects of practice, particularly in sensitive end-of-life care situations.
  • Knowledge of legal and ethical considerations surrounding end-of-life care, including advance care directives, consent, and decision-making processes.
  • Demonstrated experience in managing and delivering projects.
  • Demonstrated commitment to ongoing professional development.
  • Ability to travel as required.


About Catholic Healthcare:


Catholic Healthcare is a leading not-for-profit provider of residential aged care, home and community services and retirement living across NSW and SE QLD. Our team of more than 5,000 people are dedicated to our Mission to promote the dignity, life and spirituality of older people through connected and inclusive communities. Our values of compassion, courage & integrity are at the heart of everything we do.

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