n We are seeking an enthusiastic and experienced Clinical Nurse Consultant to join the Sydney Region team. The role involves sharing your skills across 4 residential facilities and home care. This opportunity will suit an individual with a robust nursing background, with current clinical skills and an aged care focus. Facility management experience will be highly regarded. n
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n The Role:n
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n Reporting to the Regional Manager, you will be responsible for: n
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- Conducting clinical and site audits
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- Undertaking Resident assessments and assisting in the development of care plans.
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- Providing expert, best practice advice on clinical issues and areas of risk within the region.
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- Leading regional clinical governance meetings and initiatives.
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- Working collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary team
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- Providing clinical support to Registered Nurses
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- Coordinating and promoting continuous improvement processes and systems to staff
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- Ensuring compliance to the Aged Care Legislation and Quality Standards
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- Acting in facility management positions when required.
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Requirementsn
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- Current nursing registration with AHPRA
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- At least 5 years’ experience in the aged care sector at RN level or higher.
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- At least 2 years’ experience as a CNC or similar
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- Experience in managing a facility in a FM or CM capacity (preferred)
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- Extensive hands-on clinical care experience in an aged care setting
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- Comprehensive knowledge of the Aged Care Quality Standards.
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- Superior communication skills both verbal and written are crucial for this role
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- High level reporting (written and verbal) and analytical skills
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- Advanced computer skills
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- Happy to travel across the Greater Sydney area to visit facilities.
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- Own car and current driver’s license is essential.