AIN - Aged Care (Northbridge, NSW)

Join Our Care Team

Are you passionate about making a difference in people's lives? We're looking for a dedicated individual to join our team and help our clients live independently and safely in their own homes.

Why You'll Love This Role:

• Empower Independence: Support clients in making choices and living full lives in their communities.
• Personalized Care: Provide tailored assistance based on each client's unique needs.
• Community Impact: Be a part of a team that truly cares about enhancing the quality of life for the ageing community.

If you share our passion for compassionate care, we want to hear from you Apply now and become a valued member of our team.

Role Qualifications

• Driver's Licence and Vehicle
• Minimum requirement Certificate IV in Aged Care /Individual Support/Disability or equivalent
• Completion of Infection Prevention and Control Training
• Medication Assistance Competency (where applicable)
• Manual Handling Certificate
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) Certificate
• Holds current CPR and First Aid Certificate
• Hand Hygiene Certificate
• Possesses a NDIS Worker Screening Check
• Not more than 3 months Police Check
• Working with Children check (where applicable)
• Immunisation Record ( Covid Vaccine/Yearly Flu Vaccine or other required immunisation Record)
• Passport
• Working rights

Skills

• Demonstrated knowledge of safe work practices
• Ability to provide evidence of professional development activities in order to accumulate Continuing Professional Development points
• Good time management skills and ability to follow care plans
• Good interpersonal skills and empathy for the elderly/disabled
• Skills in fostering rapport and relationship with clients and family

Roles and responsibilities

• Assist with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting.
• Encourage and assist clients to achieve maximum independence in their daily activities.
• Ensure timely and accurate administration of prescribed medications.
• Develop and maintain trusting relationships with clients.
• Engage in meaningful activities and conversations to support emotional well-being and help clients stay connected with family and friends.
• Observe and report any changes in clients' health conditions.
• Help clients with mobility aids and exercises to maintain physical health.
• Collaborate with Community RNs and other health professionals to ensure comprehensive care.
• Assist with cleaning, laundry, and maintaining a safe living environment.
• Plan and prepare nutritious meals according to clients' dietary needs and preferences.
• Help with shopping, errands, and other household chores.
• Accurately document care provided and clients' progress.
• Communicate any concerns or incidents to the Community RN or Coordinator promptly.
• Adhere to individualized care plans and update them as necessary.
• Participate in mandatory training sessions and continuous education opportunities.
• Share suggestions and feedback to improve care quality and client satisfaction.

Role Adherence

• Generate and maintain a trusting relationship with clients which includes protecting confidentiality, privacy, individual choice, and decision making.
• Implements a focused practice ensuring diversity and equity in service delivery, accommodating any special, cultural, or linguistic needs that have been identified.
• Assists clients to achieve maximum independence by meeting needs including personal, emotional, psychological, cultural, and spiritual needs.
• Communicate effectively and appropriately with client, their family, friends and allied health associated professional workers by: Respecting privacy, responding in a timely manner, following the client's decision, appropriate referral, assisting with clients complaints
• Communicate effectively and appropriately with colleagues and managers by: Maintaining open lines of communication and respecting the chain of command
• Adhere to Nursing Experts Services Policies and Procedures based on Australian Government standards

How to apply

If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of our clients and share our commitment to excellence in care, please apply by sending your resume and a cover letter to

Join us in our mission to provide compassionate care and support to the ageing community across Australia

Job Type: Casual

Pay: $39.00 – $45.00 per hour

Licence/Certification:

• CPR and First Aid Certificate (Required)
• Certificate IV Aged Care or equivalent (Required)

Work Authorisation:

• Australia (Required)

Work Location: In person