Merrimac Park Private Care

An opportunity currently exists for an enthusiastic and experienced Clinical Nurse to join our team

Merrimac Park is a 96 bed modern, yet well-established Gold Coast Aged Care Service, offering high-quality levels of accommodation and privacy. The service is set amongst privately owned acreage, located just minutes from Central Gold Coast with the Robina Hospital and Robina Town Centre Shopping Centre.

The Clinical Nurse, in consultation with the Head of Care and the multidisciplinary team, provides clinical leadership of the facility. The CN works collaboratively with all levels of management, clinicians, carers, residents, families, support staff and relevant community agencies to facilitate an effective resident focused service.

Functioning at a high level of autonomy, the Clinical Nurse will prioritise their own work within established policies, guidelines and procedures and are responsible for work performed with a substantial level of accountability and responsibility.

Please Note: Sponsorship is not offered for this role

Essential

• Minimum 2 years experience as Clinical Nurse in Residential Aged Care MANDATORY - applicants that do not meet this criteria will not be considered
• Experience/knowledge of Dementia HIGHLY REGARDED
• Advanced clinical assessment and care planning skills
• Strong communication skills
• Strong working knowledge of continuous improvement and the Aged Care Quality Standards
• Current Practicing Registration with AHPRA.
• Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills with a “Can do ” attitude
• Knowledge of AN-ACC
• High level of computer literacy including use of clinical software
• Current national police certificate
• Current drivers licence
• Must be an Australian Citizen or a Permanent Resident or hold a valid work visa

What Merrimac Park Private Care can offer you

• Meal provisions supplied for meal breaks - bread, spreads, assorted salad items, fresh fruit bowls, tea/ coffee, chilled water, cordials, and flavored milks
• Work in a supported and fun learning environment
• Opportunity to enhance and grow your skills
• Opportunity to work with experienced professionals, Nursing, Allied Health and Qualified Chefs
• Flexible family friendly working hours
• Subsidized Gym Membership
• Onsite parking in secure grounds