Employer: St Vincent's Caritas Christi
Location: Kew
Type: Permanent, Part-time
Closing Date: Open
St Vincent's Hospital Melbourne (SVHM) is a leading teaching, research and tertiary health service. SVHM provides a diverse range of adult clinical services and is driven by values of Compassion, Justice, Integrity and Excellence.
The palliative care in-patient unit at Caritas Christi specialises in the care of patients with life limiting illnesses who may also have multiple medical co-morbidities. Our patients are admitted for end-of-life care, symptom management, assistance with discharge planning and respite. Specialised assessment, care and discharge planning is provided by an inter-disciplinary team.
About the Role
You as a Grade 2 Registered Nurse, under the guidance of the Nurse Unit Manager will be responsible for the delivery of high-quality patient care within the palliative care unit. The Grade 2 Registered Nurse will also be responsible for his/her own career development, for supporting and assisting his/her colleagues and facilitating achievement of specific KPI's as developed for the ward/unit.
Demonstrate a person-centred approach in all aspects of daily nursing practice
Demonstrate active pursuit of career development relating to Palliative Care, and areas pertinent to nursing
Act as a role model and support junior staff in all clinical aspects
Mentor and preceptor new staff, nursing graduates and undergraduates
Selection Criteria
Required Skills and Experience
Degree in general nursing that meets the requirements of the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) for Grade 2 Registered Nurses
Current AHPRA Registration
Minimum 3 years' experience in Palliative Care Nursing is essential
Post registration qualification in Palliative Care is desirable
Current National criminal history check
What is offered
A focus on wellbeing initiatives, with regular events and programs
Confidential, solutions-focused employee counselling
A healthy work/life balance encouraged.
Ability to join Fitness Passport - Your pass to an extensive choice of fitness facilities
Salary Packaging - Increase your take home pay!
Discounts and Promotions always available through our Foundation
Regular opportunities for career development to assist you to reach your career goals
Culture of continuous improvement
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