Job Summary
The Clinical Nurse Consultant will serve as a vital resource in offering expert clinical guidance and support to nursing teams, aimed at enhancing the quality of care provided to residents and advancing clinical practices. This role is key in spearheading quality improvement projects and ensuring that safe, evidence-driven, and person-centred care is prioritized at Sheoak Lodge.
Responsibilities
- Provide clinical expertise and mentorship to nursing staff.
- Lead initiatives focused on quality improvement in resident care.
- Ensure the provision of safe and evidence-based care tailored to individual resident needs.
- Support the nursing team in implementing best practices and clinical governance.
Qualifications
- Must hold registration as a Registered Nurse or Midwife with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia.
- A minimum of three years of experience post-registration is required.
- In-depth knowledge of aged care legislation and clinical governance is essential.
- Experience in supervising multidisciplinary teams is necessary.
SA Health provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
