Clinical Specialist Nurse | Full Time | Griffith  

About Us

We are proud to be part of the merged care organisation that will be known nationally as BaptistCare. As a for purpose, Christian care organisation, we are committed to providing exceptional support and services across Australia.  Together with Baptcare (VIC, TAS, SA) and Baptist Care SA we employ over 12,000 dedicated employees and support over 38,000 customers to help people live well with dignity and purpose. From older Australians and their families to people facing significant disadvantage, our passion and our priority are the customers we serve. We strive to deliver care as it should be – with people right at the centre

About Griffith Centre

Our new 130 bed Griffith Centre in Canberra is conveniently located near the CBD, Lake Burley Griffin, shopping precincts and local parks. This energy efficient and environmentally sustainable building has been designed to ensure we can meet the care needs of the local community now and into the future.

BaptistCare Griffith is an innovative and modern looking facility, built to cater for people with low care, high care and dementia care needs. All our rooms feature ensuites, the facility also offers extra services

Your Role

As the Clinical Nurse 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 an aged care setting. 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 model clinical excellence, inspire, and educate other care professionals to promote continual improvement of clinical care in an aged care setting. 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 role is Full time Monday-Friday

Key Requirements

Essential Qualifications and Experience:

• Registered Nurse with post-registration qualification relevant to aged care.
• 12 months working in the clinical area of the qualification or in aged care.
• Demonstrated clinical leadership.
• Demonstrated understanding and application of adult learning principles.

Essential Competencies:

• Knowledge of the Aged Care Quality and Safety Standards.
• Understanding and appreciation of BaptistCare’s Christian identity and promotion of the organisation’s values through interactions at work.

Desirable Qualifications, Competencies, and Experiences:

• Clinical leadership in an aged care setting.
• Three or more years' experience in Aged Care.

Other Important Information:

• Weekend work may be required.
• This position description and your letter of offer outline the terms and conditions of your employment.
• Completion of all prescribed mandatory training and participation in an annual plan and appraisal development process.
• Undergo a Police Background Check, and if relevant, an NDIS check.
• The position description is not a complete list of what is expected from you in your role. Additional tasks may be required by BaptistCare, having regard to your 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
• Medibank Health insurance- cooperate discount 
• 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.