Job Opportunity: Registered Nurse (RN) – SummitCare

Summary

Responsibilities

• Clinical Excellence: Evaluate residents' clinical needs, manage medications safely, and oversee complex wound and chronic disease management, including diabetes and palliative care.
  
• Leadership: Supervise, mentor, and guide the Care Team to ensure systematic execution of daily activities and clinical tasks.
  
• Resident Advocacy: Collaborate with allied health services and communicate with families to achieve optimal outcomes for residents.
  
• Documentation: Maintain accurate clinical data, care plans, and progress notes in compliance with Aged Care Quality Standards and SummitCare policies.
  
• Quality & Safety: Engage in continuous improvement, audits, and infection control protocols to ensure a safe and homelike environment.
  

• Current Registration: Registered with AHPRA as a Registered Nurse.
  
• Experience: Previous experience in health or aged care, with knowledge of AN-ACC and Aged Care Quality Standards.
  
• Clinical Competence: Skilled in a variety of clinical practices and committed to evidence-based care.
  
• Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with proficiency in computer systems and documentation tools.
  
• Empathy & Values: Demonstrates a caring and empathic approach to older people, aligned with the Code of Ethics for Nurses in Australia.
  
• Leadership Ability: Proven experience in autonomously managing and supervising a diverse team.
  

Why SummitCare?

• Our Culture: We are a learning organization that celebrates achievements and encourages innovation.
  
• Supportive Environment: Committed to providing a safe, enjoyable, and high-quality workplace where staff are supported to grow and develop.
  
• Meaningful Work: Opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of our aged care community every day.
  

How to Apply