Clinical Care Coordinator

Brief Description
Why join us?
We have a long history of providing exceptional care that empowers older people to live a full life. As a not-for-profit aged care provider, we're able to invest in providing an exceptional experience to our clients as well as support and develop our frontline staff to achieve this. When you join us, you will be offered a competitive rate of pay with shift allowances, not-for-profit salary packaging benefits, and the support of a wonderful leadership team and colleagues.

Purpose of Position
The Clinical Care Coordinator is responsible and accountable for supporting the Registered Nurses and Care staff in the clinical management of the facility, the delivery of clinical quality care, maintenance of standards and promotion of a positive work environment.

The Role:
You will be working every Tuesday & Wednesday + every second Monday (37.5 hours per fortnight)

Responsibilities Include

• Monitor the care plans of residents
• Act as an adviser in response to the complex nursing and care needs of all residents
• Practice continuous improvement activities to maintain a high standard of client care
• Monitor the implementation of care plans and regularly review and update as appropriate
• Manage each resident's condition and progress, and ensure that documentation is regularly evaluated in accordance to SCC guidelines and accurately reflects ongoing care
• Liaise as required with Doctors, Paramedics, hospitals, health care professionals and other specialist service providers

Requirements

• 5 years' experience in caring for the aged or health related area
• Registered Nurse experience
• Strong leadership skills
• Good interpersonal and written English communication skills
• Ability to play an active and positive role as part of our Care Team, providing quality care and support to frail aged people
• Numeracy skills – reconciliations and statistics
• Sensitivity to and understanding of the needs of the elderly in a residential care setting

What's in it for you?

• Salary Packaging ($15,900), plus meal and entertainment benefit package to the value of $2,650
• Heart HQ - our Southern Cross Care (NSW & ACT) People Platform, packed with exclusive retail discounts, and features designed to help you celebrate, connect and succeed
• Fitness Passport - Discounted workplace health and fitness program available to you and your family. Gain full access to nominated gyms, pools, health and leisure centres across NSW & ACT
• Discounted private health insurance
• Wellbeing initiatives such as Reward and Recognition Program, Employee Assistance Program
• Annual leave loading
• Ongoing Training and Development
• Linkedin Training - SCC's Senior Leaders and Support Office teams can access a digital library of over 6000 courses
• Genuine Career Progression Pathways – Buddy Program, New Grad Elevate Program, Study Support
• Referral Bonus Program

Summary
About Southern Cross Care (NSW & ACT)
At SCC (NSW & ACT), people are at the heart of everything we do We are a purpose-led, not-for-profit organisation empowering older people to 'live life to the full'. We have a passion for providing the best care with clinical excellence and offer person-centred care services to meet individual needs and preferences in residential aged care, retirement living and in-home care.
Join us at SCC (NSW & ACT), where your work is not just a job, but a journey filled with meaningful moments to make a tangible difference in the lives of those we support. Our commitment to your development is unwavering, and we work hard to ensure you are given ample opportunities to continually learn and grow.
SCC is an equal opportunity employer. Creating a diverse and inclusive workplace, where employees feel valued and heard in a safe and respectful workplace, is a priority. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit, and business need. We welcome people of Aboriginal and Tores Strait Island identity, as well as people of culturally diverse backgrounds, to apply.