An exciting opportunity exists for a suitably qualified Registered Nurse to join the Wattle Rise Aged Care team at Maryborough District Health Services. In this permanent role, you will deliver a high level of care to residents, provided in a quality framework and promoting positive health outcomes.

MDHS services the Central Goldfields and Pyrenees Shire with campuses in Avoca, Dunolly and Maryborough. The strong clinical and social links between the three campuses ensure that the community is cared for by qualified staff who are committed to high standards of person-centred care. MDHS is one of the largest employers in the region, providing the perfect setting to become part of our team and community.

Registered Nurse Grade 2 – Wattle Rise

Permanent Part Time – 64 hours per fortnight

Classification: Registered Nurse Grade 2

Award: Nurses and Midwives (Victorian Public Sector) (Single Interest Employers) Enterprise Agreement 2020-2024

An exciting opportunity exists for a suitably qualified Registered Nurse to join the Wattle Rise Aged Care team at Maryborough District Health Services. In this permanent role, you will deliver a high level of care to residents, provided in a quality framework and promoting positive health outcomes.

We are looking for someone with the following qualities:

• Embrace and promote the values of MDHS – Genuine, Respect, Excellence, Accountability & Togetherness
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent patient-centred care experience
• Experience in aged care nursing
• Knowledge of Aged Care Accreditation, Montessori model of care and ACFI

What's in it for you?

• Great Working Environment – Join a group of motivated health care professionals with a Permanent contract. Opportunity to join the Social Club, offering a wide range of social events and local retail discounts.
• Fantastic Earning Potential – Generous Base Salary under the Nurses and Midwives EBA with Salary Packaging available.
• Supportive Culture with Continuous Improvement Opportunities – Culture that promotes and embraces the organisational values of GREAT (Genuine, Respect, Excellence, Accountability, Togetherness) and encourages and supports employees to engage in professional development with access to the Centre of Inspired Learning and Simulation Lab.

KEY SELECTION CRITERIA

Qualifications / Experience

1. Registration with the Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency (AHPRA) as a Registered Nurse with no restrictions.

Specialist Expertise

1. Sound understanding of the role and responsibilities of a Registered Nurse
2. Ability to communicate effectively with patients, visitors and staff at all levels within the organisation
3. Ability to practice collaboratively as part of a multi-disciplinary team
4. Knowledge of and involvement in evidence-based practice and research activities
5. Commitment to ongoing education and professional development to ensure working within current scope of practice.

Personal Qualities

1. Excellent organisational skills particularly with respect to time management
2. Well-developed interpersonal skills
3. Excellent communication and computer skills at the level required to fulfil the role.

For further information, please contact Wendy Mancuso via wmancuso@mdhs.vic.gov.au or on 5461 0341

Applications for this position close on Sunday 26th March 2023.

Applications are to include:

-          Covering Letter

-          Resume

-          Written response to the Key Selection Criteria, available in the Position Description on the position advertisement.

Applications are to be submitted by selecting the "Apply Now" button below.

MDHS is an equal opportunity employer. Appointments are subject to a satisfactory National Police Check and a Working with Children Check. NDIS Workers Screening will be required for workers identified as working within a risk assessed role.