Description:
Clinical Nurse Specialist
About Us
BaptistCare is a leading for-purpose Christian-based care organisation that supports thousands of people across more than 100 locations in NSW, ACT and WA. From humble beginnings in 1944, BaptistCare has grown into one of the nation’s most respected care and community services providers. We create strong and caring communities and place people at the centre of all we do.
About BaptistCare Orana Centre
Located in the beautiful Central Coast suburb of Point Clare, Orana Centre has comfortable living at its heart. It’s dotted with private sitting rooms, barbeque areas, landscaped gardens and numerous courtyards for residents and their families and friends to enjoy. Point Clare’s amenities are always close at hand to residents, who come to us for a range of care services including dementia care and respite care services. Locally loved, we have been committed to serving the Central Coast community since 1973.
Your Role
As the Clinical Specialist, you will be responsible for providing high-level clinical support and assessment for residents while also providing clinical leadership, support, and mentoring for Registered Nurses in the Aged Care Home. You will use your clinical expertise, leadership, and clear communication skills to assist with the provision of high-quality clinical care.
With a strong understanding of quality clinical care, you will lead, inspire, and educate care professionals to promote continual improvement of clinical care in the Aged Care Home. This role offers the opportunity to specialise in a clinical area such as palliative and dementia care while also providing a high level of general clinical expertise. This is a Permanent Part Time position 30 hours a fortnight. MUST be willing to work Friday and Saturday .
Key Responsibilities
Clinical Support:
- Identify residents requiring clinical review and undertake clinical assessments.
- Develop and implement care plans in consultation with the clinical team and residents.
- Provide support, education, and mentoring to the clinical team.
- Offer clinical support for unplanned incidents such as sudden clinical deterioration.
Clinical Specialisation:
- Provide high-quality clinical care and lead improvements in team knowledge and skill application.
- Develop and utilise a specialised area of practice to enhance resident care.
Quality, Continuous Improvement and Risk:
- Promote best practices and support employees in providing the highest quality of care.
- Educate Registered Nurses and Enrolled Nurses to maintain up-to-date clinical knowledge.
- Ensure completion of clinical documentation supporting funding.
- Participate in clinical meetings to identify and develop solutions for clinical care trends.
Professional Practice:
- Maintain current professional practice and ongoing development.
- Comply with statutory regulations and standards of practice as a Registered Nurse.
- Identify and promote networking opportunities to support professional practice.
Work Health & Safety (WHS):
- Work safely to minimise risks to self and others.
- Comply with WHS policies and procedures.
- Report hazards, near misses, or incidents appropriately.
- Participate in Return to Work plans following workplace injuries.
Key Requirements
Essential Qualifications and Experience:
- Registered Nurse with a minimum of five years of experience.
- Clinical leadership in an Aged Care setting.
- Demonstrated understanding and application of adult learning principles.
- Postgraduate qualifications in a specialised clinical area.
Essential Competencies:
- Understanding and appreciation of BaptistCare’s Christian identity and values.
- Knowledge of the Aged Care Quality and Safety Standards.
Other Important Information:
- This is a part-time position working Friday and Saturdays.
- Completion of prescribed mandatory training and annual appraisal development processes.
- Police Background Check and NDIS check (if relevant) are mandatory.
- Additional tasks may be required based on qualifications, skills, knowledge, and experience.
Culture
People enjoy working at BaptistCare because they love what they do and the communities we help. With us, you can deliver life-transforming care, create a career you’ll love, and join a team who make a difference. You’ll hold an important role in helping our residents live their best life.
Benefits
- Salary Packaging + meal and entertainment card
- Fitness Passport
- Access to in-house and online training programs
- Supportive, positive team environment
- Access to family-friendly benefits like our EAP and Flourish programs
Successful applications will be subject to a variety of background checks.
How to Apply:
If you are passionate about making a difference and meet the above criteria, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your application, including a resume and cover letter, detailing your relevant experience and why you are the perfect fit for this role.
Join us at BaptistCare and be part of an organisation that truly makes a difference!
Apply now and help us deliver the best possible care to our residents.