Enrolled or Registered Nurse

Description

Company Overview

Right at Home is one of the largest home care providers in the world, with over 700 offices in eight countries around the world. We provide a wide range of tailored care services to assist people living independently in their homes and are respected within the community for providing our clients with a high level of service, with our mission being ‘to improve the quality of life of those we serve’.

Role Overview

Our Far North Queensland office continues to grow and we are seeking experienced Nurses who are enthusiastic and passionate about providing a caring, compassionate, respectful and high-quality service. 

As typical in the role of community nursing, you will assist with:

• Basic care - such as checking temperature, blood pressure and breathing
• Wound care and drain management
• Medication administration (including injections)
• Blood sugar monitoring and diabetes education 
• Accurate documentation, reporting and the development of care plans 

Culture & Benefits

• Rewarding work opportunities - making a difference in your local community;
• Friendly and supportive workplace;
• Employee rewards retail discount program;
• Competitive remuneration; and
• Career advancement opportunities will arise as the office expands - this is a unique career opportunity to grow with one of the largest home care companies in the world.

Qualifications

Essential Requirements:

• Current registration with AHPRA;
• Relevant Professional Indemnity Insurance;
• Satisfactory Australian National Police check;
• Current or willing to obtain a first aid and CPR certificate;
• Smart mobile phone; and
• Driver’s licence and their own reliable presentable car.

Preferred Skills

This role will report to the Care Manager and a successful candidate will have the following:

• Ability to provide holistic nursing;
• A passion for respectfully empowering and caring for people in a community setting;
• Excellent written and verbal skills;
• Able to work autonomously and as part of a team;
• Excellent time management and organisational skills; and
• Willingness to participate in further education opportunities.