Nursing Assistant

**Acknowledgement of Country**

Vacenti acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the land, waters, and sea of the area that we live and work on across Australia. We acknowledge the continuing connection to their culture and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

**The opportunity**

Vacenti is seeking multiple **Full time Nursing Assistant**to join our care team at our sites at Casa Damore located at Coorparoo, Esida at Mount Gravatt East, Lorocco at Carindale, Sylvan Woods at Birkdale, Marebello at Victoria Point and Portofino at Hamilton, QLD.Reporting to and working closely with the Registered Nurses, Care Coordinator and/or Clinical Manager, you will play a crucial role in ensuring our residents are provided exceptional care and services daily.

Your main responsibilities will include:

- Assisting residents with personal hygiene and care such as bathing, grooming, dressing, bowel and bladder care
- Take and record residents vital signs and weight
- Observe and record residents' condition, food, liquid intake and other behaviours, and report changes to supervisor
- Assist residents with mobility i.e walkers, wheelchairs and other devices
- Make beds, and maintain clean and safe environments for residents
- Lift, transport, and move residents using the appropriate techniques
- Treat all residents, family, and other visitors with respect.
- Comply with all safety and health regulations

**To be considered, you will need**:

- Caring attitude and enthusiasm about aged care
- Demonstrated a positive attitude and commitment to the organisation
- Presents in a professional, well-groomed manner that demonstrates respect for our residents at all times.
- Experience in caring for the elderly in either a community or aged care setting.
- Demonstrated knowledge and experience in the provision of professional care.
- High level spoken and written English literacy skills.
- A current National Police Certificate

**Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion**

At Vacenti, we firmly believe in fostering an environment that embraces equity, diversity, and inclusion in all aspects of our operations. We recognise that the collective power of diverse perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds enriches Vacenti as an organisation, enhances our innovation, and promotes a culture of respect and understanding.

**About Vacenti**

Vacenti Aged Care has been proudly serving the elderly community since 1973, making us a trusted and experienced provider of aged care services. For nearly five decades, we have been dedicated to enhancing the lives of residents, offering a wide range of specialised care options, including residential and home care services. Our team of skilled and compassionate professionals are committed to ensuring that each resident receives personalised care, maintaining their dignity and independence throughout their journey with us.

At Vacenti Aged Care, we believe in making a positive impact in the community we serve. We take pride in fostering strong connections with the local community, creating an environment of belonging and support for all. Our corporate social responsibility initiatives focus on promoting equal opportunity for both residents and staff. We actively engage with disability services to ensure that our staff members with disabilities receive the necessary support by fostering an inclusive and empowering workplace. By valuing diversity and embracing inclusivity, we strive to create a compassionate and supportive society, making a positive difference in the lives of those we serve and the broader community we are part of.

**What do we offer?**
- Financial Wellbeing Programmes
- Access to career progression and professional development through our internal programs and external strategic alliances.
- Work-life balance.
- Our exclusive staff breakfast bar.
- A Robust EVP: Novated Lease (Salary Packaging on specific items), corporate health insurance, travel discounts, gym membership discounts, wide range of retail discounts and more.
- Awards and Recognition.
- Fun dynamic team environment.
- Employee wellness programme.
- Diverse workforce.
- Flexible working hours.
- A friendly, community-like culture of working for a family owned and operated business.

**How to Apply**

Pay: $29.46 - $32.14 per hour

Expected hours: 45 - 60 per week

**Benefits**:

- Employee discount
- Referral program

Shift:

- Shift work

Work Days:

- Monday to Friday

**Experience**:

- Nursing Assistant: 1 year (preferred)

Work Authorisation:

- Australia (required)

Willingness to travel:

- 100% (preferred)

Work Location: In person