About the Role  

The unit is a purpose-built facility set against a picturesque backdrop of the Yarra River and bush surrounds. If you are passionate about palliative care and have a strong commitment for evidence based, patient centred care we would love to hear from you.  Duties include: -  

• The demonstration of a person-centred approach in all aspects of daily nursing practice  

• The identification and corrective management of patient risks including skin integrity, falls and medication management.  

• Liaise with the patient, patient’s family, medical and ancillary staff as required or requested  

• Actively participate and contribute to all quality improvements including monthly audits  

• Act as a role model and support for junior staff in all clinical aspects  

Classification for this position will be YP3 - YP9 ($69,253.60 - $92,601.60 per annum pro rata)  

Your Contribution  

• Completed Bachelor of Nursing Degree with AHPRA registration  

• Specialist Palliative Care experience is essential  

• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a multi-disciplinary environment  

• Motivated professional with exceptional communication and time management skills  

• Current National criminal history check 

 What we offer  

• Salary Packaging – increase your take home pay  

• Employee Assistance Program  

• Ability to join Fitness Passport - your pass to an extensive choice of fitness facilities  

• Staff car parking  

• Career development & advancement encouraged  

• Culture of continuous improvement  

About Caritas Christi Kew 

The palliative care in-patient unit at Caritas Christi Kew specialises in the care of patients with life limiting illnesses who may also have multiple medical co-morbidities. Our patients are admitted for end-of-life care, symptom management and occasional respite. Specialised assessment, care and discharge planning is provided by an inter-disciplinary team.    

Working at St Vincent’s
St Vincent’s Hospital Melbourne (SVHM) is a leading teaching, research and tertiary health service. SVHM provides a diverse range of adult clinical services and is driven by values of Compassion, Justice, Integrity and Excellence.

Application
Please attach your resume and cover letter to your application.

Shortlisting for this position will commence immediately. We encourage you to apply promptly as the advertisement may close early should a suitable applicant be sourced.
We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and abilities. Inclusion is essential to our mission and diversity reflects the community we serve.
Please visit our website, for further information regarding our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Employment at SVHM.
SVHA has a duty of care under work health and safety legislation to eliminate and/or control the risk of transmission of vaccine preventable diseases in healthcare settings. You may therefore be required to undergo mandatory immunisations/vaccinations (including flu vaccinations).
This position is subject to a Victorian government direction regarding vaccination against COVID-19. Successful applicants must meet these vaccination requirements. Please contact us if you would like to know more.