Please Quote Reference Number 11771 Registered Nurse with a background in aged care and management wanted Competitive pay rates commensurate to experience Embrace a fulfilling journey with us at a distinguished Nursing Home Narrogin Cottage Homes is one of the largest providers of residential and community housing services in the Southern Wheatbelt. We are currently seeking an experienced Registered Nurse to join our team as a Care Manager. About the Role The Care Manager is responsible for the management and supervision of appropriate quality care to residents by supervising the RN's to lead the care staff team; i.e. the team of direct care providers. The role includes responsibility for : Ensuring the correct clinical process is followed for all admissions, care planning, and re-assessments Clinical governance adhered to Progress notes and documentation are being completed accurately and timely Scheduled care conferencing Assist with clinical competencies in conjunction with the Clinical & Quality Manager and Staff Education Nurse Correct and safe medication management in accordance with policies and procedures, and addressing any incidents that are found Timely completion of incident reporting forms and any follow up action Direct resident care/assessment, evaluation and directives for care staff to RN's Portfolio management Performance appraisals and management of staff Contribute to continuous improvement Manage staff rosters and workload Ensure current knowledge and compliance with Aged Care Quality Standards Requirements : Registered Nurse with current AHPRA registration Minimum 5 years' experience in aged care, with at least 2 years in a management role Demonstrated knowledge of Aged Care Quality Standards and relevant legislation Strong leadership and interpersonal skills Excellent organisational and time management abilities Proficiency in using electronic health record systems Positive attitude that promotes the Narrogin Cottage Homes inc Mission, Goals and Values concepts Police Check/Clearance not older than 3 months (or willingness to obtain one) Desirable : Post-graduate qualifications in aged care or health management Experience working in rural or remote healthcare settings Understanding of issues specific to rural aged care Membership in industry reference groups, committees and associations If you feel like you would be a good fit for the team, please APPLY NOW! Candidates must hold Australian Citizenship / Residency. Those who require sponsorship or visas will not be considered in this instance.
