Community Nursing Specialist Year

**Employment Type**:

- Permanent Part Time**Job Category**:

- Nursing - Registered Nurse (Div 1)**Req Id -** 2585- The Community Nursing Specialist year program (12 months) enables nurses to successfully make the transition to Community Nursing.
- Grow your skills at an organisation invested in your long-term development and education
- Multiple positions available
- About Barwon Health- Barwon Health is one of the largest and most comprehensive regional health services in Australia, providing care at all stages of life and circumstance. Services available through Barwon Health cover the full spectrum from primary care, community services, aged care, rehabilitation, mental health, emergency and acute care. We serve more than 500,000 people through the efforts of more than 9000 staff and volunteers across more than 20 sites. Barwon Health is committed to developing a vibrant culture of education, training and research that advances health and wellbeing for all.- About the facility- Community Nurses provide 24hour in home nursing care in the Geelong region working in close partnership with our hospitals, allied health professionals, general practitioners and community organisations to support clients in their home environment.- About the role- This rewarding career and growth area of nursing offers autonomy, variety, set-rosters and work/life balance based in the Geelong and Surf Coast regions. Become part of a culture driven organisation and service that is guided by our organisational values and committed to ensuring a high level of consumer centred care is delivered to our clients.- A unique opportunity based within one of our three integrated nursing teams nurses are supported clinically and professionally with:
- An extensive structured orientation and on-boarding period
- An assigned experienced preceptor/mentor.
- Community Nurse educator
- Ongoing education and professional development
- Supernumerary days within the broader community health programs
- Professional Development leave to develop the foundational knowledge and skills specific to home based nursing
- Regular debrief and feedback sessions
- Be responsible for client assessment and care planning for a diverse range of clients whilst delivering clinical care including:
- Comprehensive client assessments
- Acute and chronic wound assessment and management
- Diabetes education and monitoring
- Continence management
- Hospital in the Home service
- Post-acute care service
- Support and care of the terminally ill (in home palliative care).
- There are three Community Nursing Specialist Year roles available:
- North (Based at the McKellar Centre)
- 68hrs a fortnight
- East (Based at Newcomb) - 64hrs a fortnight South (Based at Belmont)
- 68hrs a fortnight
- In this role you will be rostered to a 4 week rotating roster which includes weekend shifts and afternoons:
- Day shift: 0730 - 1600hrs
- Afternoon shift: 1300 -2130hrs
- All shifts commence and finish at your assigned Community Health Centre. Vehicles, phones and personal duress alarms are provided for use during your shift- 3+ years of acute nursing skills and experience is desirable. This position requires a motivated and enthusiastic individual who is committed to ongoing professional development. The successful applicant will have sound critical thinking skills and behaviours that align with the Barwon Health values**About the culture**
- You will have the opportunity to be part of a highly skilled, professional and dedicated team who take pride in providing high quality services. We promote positive, respectful relationships and strong partnerships within the workplace. Grow and develop your capabilities with Barwon Health’s commitment to professional development.**Barwon Health staff benefits**
- Excellent working conditions with a high sense of job satisfaction
- A vibrant staff wellbeing program and access to our 24/7 Employee Assistance Program
- Wide-range of professional development opportunities to enhance your career
- Attractive salary packaging benefits. Living expenses capped at $9,010 and meals and entertainment capped at $2,650
- About Geelong - Derived from the local Wathaurong Aboriginal name for the region Djilang, Geelong is thought to mean ‘Tongue of Land’.- Geelong offers a range of lifestyle choices including inner city, coastal, suburban and rural homes
- Geelong is home to world class schools and education providers
- Doorstep to the Great Ocean Road, Bellarine Peninsula and the Surf Coast
- Appreciate our vast and abundant parklands, sports and entertainment attractions, and thriving dining and shopping complexes
- To learn more about the region, click here.**Diversity and Inclusion**
- At Barwon Health we are committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce where we value each person’s uniqueness. We embrace diverse life experiences and the perspectives of our people, whilst providing high-quality health care to all members of our community, regardless of