Job Description

Overview ARRCS are currently sourcing a qualified Registered Nurse (RN) to support the team at our Tjilipi Pampaku Ngura Flexible Aged Care facility located in the remote community of Kaltukatjara (Docker River, NT). This busy and rewarding role is offered on a FIFO, permanent, full-time basis. This role attracts an hourly rate of $46.20 - $48.52 / hour gross base. ARRCS FIFO arrangement consists of 10 weeks on, 2 weeks off working 6-day weeks – Flights / transport to and from the facility, all meals when on site and accommodation is included in your remuneration package. Roster for these vacancies will be specific to afternoon and evening shifts. Responsibilities Using evidence based best practice, you will deliver person-centred nursing care in collaboration with individual/s and the multidisciplinary health care team. This role will see you delivering care across our facility and, when required, supporting Home Care services by travelling to consumers’ homes within community and providing clinical care. This role is ideally suited to someone who enjoys and has previous experience working and supporting aged care in remote locations, ideally Top End of Australia (WA, NT or QLD). You will have a firm yet caring nature and be a hands-on person who is always willing to jump in and support the team when required. Please note: Sponsorship is not available with this role. Skills and experience Current unrestricted AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse. Currently reside and have appropriate working rights in Australia. Ability to liaise with a care team and to provide coordinated care. Previous experience working ideally within remote Top End Australia and working with Indigenous Australians. Knowledge of contemporary nursing practice. Demonstrated understanding of resident centred and residential based care services delivery. Experience working in a multidisciplinary and multi-cultural care team. Experienced in effective interpersonal and written communication skills, including intermediate computer skills as well as skills in automated technology. Previous use in Lee Care or Telstra Health (I-Care) system. Benefits and perks As an ARRCS employee, you play an important and rewarding role in helping vulnerable people to live life in all its fullness, every day. As ARRCS are a Not-for-Profit Organisation, we also have a host of employee benefits including: Flights, meals and housing included in your package. CBB Salary Packaging available, which can add up to an additional $200 per fortnight to your salary. Annual pay increases in accordance with personal performance and ARRCS Enterprise Agreement. Telus Wellness & Employee Support Services 6 weeks annual leave Annual location allowance (excluding Darwin based roles) Ongoing training and development opportunities including access to an Unlimited training library, with free and 24/7 access to over 70,000 self-paced courses. In addition, this role provides you with the opportunity to work and live in remote Northern Territory. About ARRCS Australian Regional and Remote Community Services (ARRCS) is not-for-profit aged care and community service provider who deliver services including Residential Care, Home Care, School Nutrition and Early Learning Childhood programs throughout the Northern Territory. Our Vision is passionately pursuing new ways in delivering care where people and communities flourish and lead meaningful lives. Before applying You must have a National Police Check within the last 3 months of commencement or willingness to lodge prior. NDIS Worker Screening Check received or lodged prior to commencement date. Current year flu vaccination. Current CPR (within 12 months) Our staff and volunteers are compassionate and knowledgeable members of the local community, who are committed to providing personalised care and support. More than a service provider, we understand that we are an important part of the regional and remote communities we work in and acknowledge our responsibility to ensure our people are connected to those communities, people and cultures. If you would like more information on this role, please refer to the attached position description or contact the Talent Acquisition team via people@arrcs.org.au or phone 08 8982 5200. Join our team today to benefit the local community that you work in! We strongly encourage Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander people to apply. Healthcare & Medical Nursing - Aged Care #J-18808-Ljbffr Australian Regional & Remote Community Services

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