Clinical Nurse Specialist
Provide high-level clinical support and assessment for residents, while leading clinical leadership, support, and mentoring for Registered Nurses in the Aged Care Home.
Key Responsibilities:
* Identify residents requiring clinical review and undertake clinical assessments.
* Develop and implement care plans in consultation with the clinical team and residents.
* Provide support, education, and mentoring to the clinical team.
* Offer clinical support for unplanned incidents such as sudden clinical deterioration.
Clinical Specialisation:
* Provide high-quality clinical care and lead improvements in team knowledge and skill application.
* Develop and utilise a specialised area of practice to enhance resident care.
Quality, Continuous Improvement and Risk:
* Promote best practices and support employees in providing the highest quality of care.
* Educate Registered Nurses and Enrolled Nurses to maintain up-to-date clinical knowledge.
* Ensure completion of clinical documentation supporting funding.
* Participate in clinical meetings to identify and develop solutions for clinical care trends.
Professional Practice:
* Maintain current professional practice and ongoing development.
* Comply with statutory regulations and standards of practice as a Registered Nurse.
* Identify and promote networking opportunities to support professional practice.
Work Health & Safety (WHS):
* Work safely to minimise risks to self and others.
* Comply with WHS policies and procedures.
* Report hazards, near misses, or incidents appropriately.
* Participate in Return to Work plans following workplace injuries.
Requirements:
Essential Qualifications and Experience:
* Registered Nurse with a minimum of five years of experience.
* Clinical leadership in an Aged Care setting.
* Demonstrated understanding and application of adult learning principles.
Essential Competencies:
* Understanding and appreciation of BaptistCare's Christian identity and values.
* Knowledge of the Aged Care Quality and Safety Standards.
Desirable Qualifications and Competencies:
* Postgraduate qualifications in a specialised clinical area.
Benefits:
* Salary Packaging + meal and entertainment card
* Fitness Passport
* Access to Medibank benefits
* Access to in-house and online training programs
* Supportive, positive team environment
* Access to family-friendly benefits like our EAP and Flourish programs