Employment Type: Permanent Full Time; 38 hours per week and Permanent Part Time; minimum 24 hours per weekPosition Classification: Registered NurseRemuneration: $***** - $***** per hour + SuperannuationLocation: Concord Repatriation General HospitalRequisition ID: REQ****** About the RoleLocated at Concord Repatriation General Hospital is a specialised and secure 12 bed Psychogeriatric Unit within the clinical steam of Aged Care and Rehabilitation.The unit aims to provide excellence in healthcare for older patients with Behavioural and Psychological Symptoms associated with Dementia and / or Delirium.
Often these patients are also experiencing acute illness further exacerbating cognitive impairment and behavioural disturbance making it difficult for provision of care in general wards.Purpose built using evidence to design a supportive care environment for people with cognitive impairment.
This environment optimises health and function of the patients by allowing freedom of movement around the ward and in a garden courtyard which minimises risks.The environment complements the care provided by the multidisciplinary team.
It is unique as it offers a Diversional Therapy Service improving non-pharmacological approaches to care.
Patient and Family engagement is central to the model of care practiced in the Unit.
The multidisciplinary team take pride in getting to know patients, their families and carers.
The Unit provides support, education and guidance for family /carers who are experiencing grief and loss often associated with confronting and changing personalities and behaviour of their loved one.
For more information, view the Position Description Ideal CandidateCurrent nursing registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (AHPRA).
Demonstrated understanding of evidence informed practice and critical thinking.Has full availability to work a 7 day rotating roster.
All candidates must have full working rights within Australia




Benefits and PerksMonthly Accrued Day Off (for full time roles)Additional Public Holiday during Xmas for celebrations!
Paid Parental Leave & Annual Leave loadingOpportunity for extra tax savings through Salary Packaging, Novated Leasing & Meal Entertainment allowance, visit SalaryPackagingPlusUpskill with free courses, qualifications and coaching via Sydney EducationFree Employee Assistance Program (EAP) confidential counselling for staff and their familiesAnnual influenza vaccination on us!
Discounted Fitness Passport membership and free telehealth nutrition and wellness resources from qualified professionals.Stay active with access to the Concord Hospital Staff GymFor more information, visit SLHD BenefitsThis recruitment may be used to create a talent pool for similar future roles (ongoing or temporary) that may arise over the next 18 months.
Working for Sydney Local Health District - NSW HealthThis is a Category A position.
To be employed by NSW Health you are required to provide evidence of vaccination to comply with the NSW Health Occupational Assessment, Screening & Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases Policy (PD****_004).
SLHD is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people with disability are encouraged to apply for all internal and externally advertised positions.
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