An exciting new full-time opportunity (Mon to Fri 0900-1706) to work alongside a highly dedicated team to deliver outstanding care to residents across Doutta Galla's eight aged care homes.
Reporting to the Executive Manager Clinical Governance, the Clinical Nurse Specialist Behavioural, Mental Health & Wellbeing will significantly impact the quality of care of our residents by assisting in the functioning of Memory Care Units and enhancing services and care for older people living with behaviours associated with complex and challenging mental health, dementia or other neurological conditions.
This role includes:
Leading behavioural and mental health and wellbeing quality improvement initiatives
Leading development and review of behavioural care/support plans
Supporting and providing education to all staff on preventative behaviour management
Providing direction, supervision and coaching to employees on behavioural care plans
Providing leadership on behavioural assessments and screenings (MMSE) for the older person on admission
Participating in case conferences and monthly care statements for residents with behavioural and/or mental health and well-being issues
Liaising with leadership teams, direct care staff, families and other stakeholders including external behavioural care and mental health providers, GPs, medical specialists and allied health providers
Demonstrating and promoting clinical expertise and best practice standards
Monitoring the quality of care, identifying areas for improvement and supporting staff to deliver care of the highest standard
To be successful in the role you will have:
Five (5) years recent experience as a Registered Nurse in residential aged care and/or mental health
Demonstrated experience in clinical leadership including using effective communication and interpersonal skills
Demonstrated knowledge of best practices for dementia, delirium, depression and other mental health issues and their effect on the older person, families and caregivers
Well-developed physical and behavioural assessment skills for evaluating dementias, cognitive impairments, depressions, and deliriums, mental health and addictions
Excellent critical thinking skills for the early detection, intervention, and prevention of responsive behaviours
Well-developed understanding of non-pharmacological and therapeutic behavioural approaches
In-depth understanding of pharmacological agents, and their interactions, which are used to manage conditions that have behavioural components along the disease continuum
Thorough understanding of restrictive practices according to the Aged Care Quality and Safety Commission (ACQSC) Guidelines and National Quality Indicator Program (NQIP)
Demonstrated trouble-shooting and problem-solving approach relative to behavioural exacerbations
Strong clinical governance knowledge and current knowledge on best practice
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Further studies e.g. Eden Alternative Philosophy training, Montessori Education or Credentialed through Australian College of Mental Health Nurses will be highly regarded
The Organisation:
Doutta Galla Aged Services is a not-for-profit aged care organisation with over thirty years' experience caring for people from a diverse range of backgrounds. At Doutta Galla, we are proud of the diversity of our residents and staff - everyone is welcome.
To apply:
please visit Doutta Galla Aged Services www.dgas.org.au.
Doutta Galla prides itself on cultural diversity and inclusion. We are an equal opportunity employer; all applicants will be considered for employment. Applicants must have the right to work in Australia and be eligible to work in Aged Care under the Aged Care Act 1997 (Cth).
Please note that if you are selected for employment with Doutta Galla Aged Services, you must be able to complete mandatory compliance checks and where required provide evidence of COVID vaccinations prior to commencement.
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