About Us
Able Aged Care Australia is a boutique provider of comprehensive community services for aged care Home Care Package (HCP) recipients in Metropolitan Sydney. With a reputation for compassion, respect and family values, we are dedicated to enhancing the well-being and independence of our clients. We are currently seeking experienced and compassionate registered nurses to join our dynamic team.
Why Work With Us?
- Competitive Compensation: Earn a competitive hourly rate.
- Flexibility: You have the autonomy to choose which client referrals to accept and manage your schedule.
- Local Clientele: Serve clients within a 30-minute travel distance, minimising your travel time.
- Autonomy in Practice: As an independent contractor, take ownership of your work, enjoying the freedom to tailor care plans to meet the unique needs of each client.
- Impact: Play a crucial role in enhancing the quality of life for aged care clients, helping them maintain their independence and well-being.
Responsibilities
- Medication Management: Administer medications, ensure adherence to prescribed schedules, and monitor for side effects.
- Wound Care: Clean wounds, perform dressing changes, and monitor for signs of infection or complications.
- Health Assessments: Conduct regular health checks, monitor vital signs, and update care plans based on assessments. For example:
- FRAT assessment
- BRADEN assessment
- Diabetes assessment
- Continence Assessment
- RUDAS assessment
- Chronic Disease Management: Support clients with chronic conditions such as diabetes, heart disease, and respiratory illnesses.
- Personal Care Assistance: Assist with activities of daily living (ADLs) such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting.
Desired Skills
- Proficiency in a second language, including but not limited to Mandarin, Cantonese, Arabic, Italian, Spanish, Greek, Hindi, and Vietnamese.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Strong organisational and time-management abilities.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
Professional Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in Nursing
- AHPRA Registration
- First Aid and CPR Certification
- ABN
- Independent contractor work rights
- Professional indemnity and public liability insurance of $10M each
- National Police Clearance
- COVID-19 vaccination certificate
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Job Types: Part-time, Fixed term, Subcontract, Casual, Freelance, Seasonal, Temp to perm, Contract, Locum, Graduate
Pay: $80.00 – $120.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
