Expression of Interest

**Employment Status**

Permanent Part Time

**Program**

Enterprise

**Location**

University Hospital Geelong

**Hours Per Fortnight**

0

**Position Summary**

**Seeking expressions of interest from passionate Dementia Care Associate Nurse Unit Managers, Registered Nurses, Enrolled Nurses and Health Care Workers**
- Be part of a brand-new specialist dementia unit
- Be part of our supportive, innovative and flexible team environment
- Multiple Permanent Part Time and Full Time opportunities are available

**About Barwon Health**

Guided by our values, Barwon Health is Victoria's largest regional health care service and is also the largest employer in the Geelong and surf coast region, employing over 8700 staff. Barwon Health’s core facilities include the renowned University Hospital Geelong precinct in central Geelong, the McKellar Centre precinct in North Geelong, the innovative Sunrise Centre, Barwon Health North a vital services that includes child and family health support, renal dialysis, medical imaging, and urgent care. Four Aged care centres spanning the Region, Mental Health Services that are delivered through a number of programs across the Geelong and Barwon South West region. Community Health and Dental service and world renowned Research that that advances health and wellbeing for all. Explore all of our comprehensive services here.

**About Blakiston Lodge**

Located at Barwon Health’s McKellar Centre in North Geelong, Blakiston Lodge is a 90-bed, high level, residential aged care, mental health facility. The Specialist Dementia Care Program unit will complement the two current secure units Oak
- aged mental health beds and Azden
- dementia specific beds. The Specialist Dementia Care Program will be delivered in a purpose built 8 bed small, cottage like, dementia friendly living environment. The program is informed by best practice dementia care from a specialist team to transition residents to long-term placement at mainstream facilities.

**About the role**

As a Nurse or Health Care Worker working within our Specialist Dementia Care Program you will be responsible for the provision of patient, client and resident focused holistic nursing care to those assigned to you, in order to achieve desired clinical outcomes.

Duties of the role include but are not limited to:

- Delivering consumer centered care that meets best practice standards and in line with Barwon Health policies
- Providing quality patient care using an evidence based approach
- Demonstrating respect for individual’s values, customs and spiritual beliefs to ensure patient care is effective and culturally appropriate
- A commitment to on-going education and self-development

**About the culture**

At Blakiston Lodge, our culture prioritises compassion, respect, and empathy. Our dedicated team is committed to providing the highest quality care for residents with dementia and mental illness, who require a higher level of care due to their cognitive, emotional, or behavioural challenges. We understand that working with residents who have complex care needs can be challenging, so we prioritize staff support, training, and development. Our team works collaboratively and communicates openly, creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere that extends to our residents and their families. We believe in fostering a positive work culture where everyone feels valued and supported, ensuring a fulfilling and rewarding experience for all.

**What we offer**
- Barwon Heath offers higher pay rates for Enrolled Nurses (EEN) compared to the average in the aged care sector, with an approximate increase of 8%
- Excellent working conditions with a high sense of job satisfaction
- Geelong and Barwon Health is an attractive destination with a sunny climate, notoriously laidback lifestyle and great pay rates
- Located in the centre of Geelong's CBD is an easy commute from all suburbs
- Access to employee wellness facility
- A genuine community feel - we look after each other
- Wide range of professional development that enhances your careers
- Doorstep to the Great Ocean Road, Bellarine Peninsula and the Surf Coast
- Attractive salary packaging benefits Living Expenses capped at $9,010 which includes repayments on mortgages, credit cards, personal loans and rental payments and Meal Entertainment & Accommodation capped at $2,650 which includes food and drink consumed in a social or entertainment settings and some accommodation expenditure

To find out more about the Geelong region, visit our Moving to the Region page on the Barwon Health website.

**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 age, gender, ethnicity, religion, cultural background, disability, or sexual orientation.
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