Community Aged Care RN, EN, AIN Nurses

2 days ago

Cairns, Queensland, Australia Able Aged Care Australia Full time $72,000 - $96,000 per year

About Us

Able Aged Care Australia is a boutique provider of comprehensive community services for aged care Home Care Package (HCP) recipients in Cairns and Hinterland Health District. With a reputation for compassion, respect and family values, we are dedicated to enhancing the well-being and independence of our clients. We are currently seeking experienced and compassionate registered nurses to join our dynamic team.

Why Work With Us?

  • Competitive Compensation: Earn a competitive hourly rate.
  • Flexibility: You have the autonomy to choose which client referrals to accept and manage your schedule.
  • Local Clientele: Serve clients within a 30-minute travel distance, minimising your travel time.
  • Autonomy in Practice: As an independent contractor, take ownership of your work, enjoying the freedom to tailor care plans to meet the unique needs of each client.
  • Impact: Play a crucial role in enhancing the quality of life for aged care clients, helping them maintain their independence and well-being.

Responsibilities

  • Medication Management: Administer medications, ensure adherence to prescribed schedules, and monitor for side effects.
  • Wound Care: Clean wounds, perform dressing changes, and monitor for signs of infection or complications.
  • Health Assessments: Conduct regular health checks, monitor vital signs, and update care plans based on assessments. For example:
  • FRAT assessment
  • BRADEN assessment
  • Diabetes assessment
  • Continence Assessment
  • RUDAS assessment
  • Chronic Disease Management: Support clients with chronic conditions such as diabetes, heart disease, and respiratory illnesses.
  • Personal Care Assistance: Assist with activities of daily living (ADLs) such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting.

Desired Skills

  • Proficiency in a second language, including but not limited to Mandarin, Cantonese, Arabic, Italian, Spanish, Greek, Hindi, and Vietnamese.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Strong organisational and time-management abilities.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Professional Requirements

  • Bachelor's Degree in Nursing
  • AHPRA Registration
  • First Aid and CPR Certification
  • ABN
  • Independent contractor work rights
  • Professional indemnity and public liability insurance of $10M each
  • National Police Clearance
  • COVID-19 vaccination certificate

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Job Types: Part-time, Fixed term, Subcontract, Casual, Freelance, Seasonal, Temp to perm, Contract, Locum, Graduate

Pay: $80.00 – $120.00 per hour

Work Location: On the road

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