Aged Care Nurse Practitioner - multiple locations

Hunter Primary Care (HPC) values respect, excellence, integrity and recognition, and have a strong interest in working with people who are committed to improving health in our community. We listen. Care. Connect. The HPC Nurse Practitioner (NP) service is dedicated in providing high-quality, compassionate healthcare to older adults living in Residential Aged Care Homes (RACHs). Our focus is on delivering holistic, patient-centred care that enhances the quality of life for all residents.

Position Overview:

As an established provider in the community, we are looking for Endorsed Nurse Practitioners in the Manning, Tamworth, Newcastle/Central Coast regions to provide compassionate, comprehensive, evidence-based primary health care to older persons living in the RACH setting. You will be fully supported by our experienced NP team and will have access to mentorship in a collaborative work setting. You will work autonomously and closely with multidisciplinary teams to ensure optimal health outcomes, focusing on disease prevention, health promotion, and chronic disease management. This is a great opportunity for someone who is dedicated to improving the health and wellbeing of older persons.

Essential skills, experience and responsibilities:

- Currently registered as a registered nurse with the Australian Health Professionals Regulation Agency (APHRA)



and endorsed by the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia to practice as a Nurse Practitioner
- Ability to deliver evidenced based, consumer-centred care within the aged care environment, autonomously and collaboratively, using advanced and extended clinical skills.
- Prescribe (& deprescribe) medications and manage treatment plans in line with best practices and regulatory guidelines.
- Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of regulatory compliance governing the Aged Care environment
- Highly developed communication skills with a demonstrated ability to manage successful working relationships with residents, families, General Practitioners and the clinical services team.
- Demonstrated effective time and schedule management to ensure residents expectations and health care goals are met
- High-level computer skills

The successful applicant will be required to hold:

- NDIS Workers Clearance
- Current CPR certification.
- National Police Check Clearance.
- Professional Indemnity Insurance

Why Join Us?

- Generous salary packaging available up to $15,899 per annum
- Flexible work arrangements
- Paid parental leave
- Professional development leave and study leave
- Paid mental health leave
- A supportive and motivated team culture
- Dynamic interdisciplinary team of passionate professionals
- Employee Assistance Program
- Flexible working arrangements – full time or part-time

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📌 Aged Care Nurse Practitioner - multiple locations (Newcastle City Council)
🏢 Hunter Primary Care
📍 Newcastle City Council