Community Registered Nurse

• Permanent full-time position on Darug Country in Penrith
• $92k - $97k (depending on skills and experience) Super Salary Packaging
  
• Provide in-home clinical support to older people across Western Sydney

Our Organisation

At The Benevolent Society we believe every person deserves to live life on their own terms with dignity respect and a sense of belonging. For over two centuries this belief has shaped who we are and how we work.

Were working towards a just society where everyone feels valued safe and included. As a not for profit independent and non religious organisation we proudly embrace diversity and are deeply committed to reconciliation. We welcome people from all backgrounds identities and experiences to join us in creating positive change.

About the role

As our community-based Registered Nurse youll support older people across Western Sydney to maintain their health independence and quality of life while living safely at home.

Youll deliver warm person-centred clinical care taking a proactive approach to assessment intervention and ongoing client support. Working closely with multidisciplinary teams youll identify risks early respond to changing clinical needs and deliver high-quality nursing care that promotes dignity safety and wellbeing.

Duties

• Provide a broad range of in-home clinical services including wound care pressure care continence and catheter care medication administration and stomach care for older people with complex needs.
• Conduct clinical assessments including pain cognitive and ongoing health monitoring assessments to support client wellbeing and care planning.
• Provide evidence-based clinical care aligned with the Aged Care Act 2024 and Quality Standards.
• Develop and evaluate holistic care plans that support wellness reablement and individual client goals.
• Facilitate effective communication across multidisciplinary teams clients and families to ensure coordinated care.
• Promote service growth by building referral networks and communicating our value to the community.
• Travel to suburbs across the service area including: Penrith Blacktown The Hills District Parramatta Liverpool and Campbelltown.

Skills and Requirements

• Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse is essential.
• 2 years nursing experience within aged care community care and/or disability settings.
• Valid First Aid & CPR certificate
• Current drivers licence with a willingness to travel.
• Experience delivering clinical care including wound management medication administration and clinical assessments.
• Strong understanding of person-centred care and contemporary aged care clinical practices.
• Ability to build genuine rapport with clients and deliver compassionate high-quality care.
• Strong clinical judgement time management and professional accountability.

Our Benefits

We support people to live their best life. That includes you our employee. A best life is unique to everyone and can change as life changes:

• Salary Benefits - You can package up to $15900 pa of your pre-tax salary to pay for everyday expenses before income tax is calculated meaning you take home even more pay!
• Work/Life Balance - Enjoy flexible work arrangements including hybrid home/office options and accrue an additional day off each month (a bonus of 12 days per year) as a full-time employee.
• Recognition and Reward - Sector competitive remuneration various recognition programs and access to long service leave after 5 years.
• Wellness - Stay fit with a Fitness passport utilise our Employee Assistance Program and even purchase additional leave.
• Professional Development - We tailor career development opportunities to all employees and volunteers for career enrichment fulfilment and growth.
• Our Reconciliation Commitment - Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander employees are entitled up to 2 days paid plus up to 10 days unpaid cultural leave as well as the option to be a voice on reference networking groups the opportunity for cultural and professional development that supports career pathways and your social and emotional wellbeing.

If you identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples then we want to hear from you. The Benevolent Society recognises and values cultural knowledge and wisdom of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities we therefore strongly encourage you to apply. We are strongly committed to being an Employer of Choice one who offers provides and practices cultural safety in our workplace.

Interested Apply online today!

Please submit your current CV and cover letter outlining your suitability and interest in the role.

Have a question Contact Saiesha Moodley onfor a confidential friendly chat today.

This role aligns to the capability requirements of an Individual Contributor. Please see the Capability Framework attached below to discover essential skills values and behaviours required at this level.