Support Worker/Nursing or Allied Health Student
Kurt W Halverson • Newcastle, AU
10 days ago
Job description
Support Worker/Nursing or Allied Health Student
The successful applicant will be part of a team of 15 people looking after a client with complex physical needs in a modern, well-equipped home. We operate 24/7 on an array of Morning, Afternoon and Night Shifts (must be available to work across all shift types). The successful applicant will be able to work successfully within a pair, sometimes autonomously, and within a larger team, reporting to the Care Manager.
Key responsibilities
- Personal nursing care and attending to ADLs
- Accurate daily reporting and assisting with updated care plans
- Representing the client in appointments and discussions with other health professionals
- Medication administration via PEG tube
- Manual handling (hoist, pat slide for transfers)
- Supporting nutrition and hydration (meal prep assistance)
- Advocating for the client and providing companionship
- Driving client to/from appointments and outings (music gigs, beach, etc.)
- Assisting with Physiotherapy and Hydrotherapy
- Light housekeeping for the client and hygiene purposes
About you
- Student Nurses/Medical/ Allied Health fields are especially valued
- Previous experience working with clients with a disability is preferred but not essential
- Current First Aid/CPR training preferred
- Driver's licence is essential
- Must be available for all shift types
- Full Award penalty rates paid for Afternoon Shift, Night Shift, Weekends and Public Holidays
- Reasonable rostering
- Competitive wages
- Professional development with in-house training
- A supportive, professional, and happy team environment where your opinion is valued
- Team culture built on respect, kindness, and compassion
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