Purpose of Position
Performs nursing care to client in accordance with an established plan of care in accordance with Right at Home policies and
procedures and all other laws and relevant professional standards. The Registered Nurse will coordinate all allocated client
related activities within the Right At Home service ensuring that a high quality of consumer directed care is delivered to all
clients within the statutory requirements.

Duties
• Actively contributes towards the development, implementation and evaluation of organizational policies, procedures and
practices to ensure that the Right at Home service operates within the statutory requirements and maintains a high
standard of service within all areas of the organization.
• Adheres to all Right at Home organizational policies and procedures.
• Delivers/supervises/monitors/collaborates with the Care Team staff regarding client care delivery, ensuring that client
care plans are followed and regularly evaluated, and that all individual care requirements are met, and that the client’s
personal beliefs, values and customs are considered and that the rights of clients are protected.
• Participates in Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) including Work Health and Safety which focus on client
satisfaction with the provision of care in their own home environment.
• Promotes the professional development of staff through ongoing training and education programs.
• Aligns own personal management behaviour and ethical standards with the values and organizational goals and
objectives of Right at Home.
• Supports and implements the philosophy behind the Community Care Common Standards and observes and respects
the client’s rights, ensuring an environment which promotes safety, security, dignity and optimal health for clients in their
own home.
• Acts as an advocate for clients by providing information which assists them to make informed decisions about their care
and to promote freedom of choice and to encourage them to exercise their rights.
• Develops and promotes a culture of continuous quality improvement within the Right at Home service, which is aimed at
achieving high quality care and services for clients, meeting the requirements of the Community Care Common
Standards and fulfilling organizational goals and objectives.
• Knowledge of, and compliance with, all relevant Legislation, Regulatory requirements, Professional Standards and
Guidelines which affects the work practices of the individual and those of subordinate staff.
• Ensures that documentation is timely & reflective of client care, assessments and evaluations. Implements audit
processes which ensures quality and continuity of care.
• Provides effective leadership, allocating resources effectively and efficiently (human, material and financial) to achieve
the objectives and goals of Right at Home.
• Participates in annual competency assessments of all Care Team staff
• Communicates and liaises effectively with key stakeholders both internal and external ensuring that the goals of the
organization are met.
• Communicates effectively and maintains harmonious interpersonal relationships with clients and other staff through
written, verbal and non-verbal modes. Ensures confidentiality of all information.
• Participates in annual performance appraisal to identify achievements and goals for ongoing professional development.
• Maintains annual CPD requirements as required by AHRHA

• Current AHPRA Registration
• Relevant tertiary qualification (Aged Care, Management) – Desirable
• Certificate in a specific nursing related discipline (Dementia care, geriatric nursing, palliative care) - Desirable

Experience
• Knowledge of the aged care industry/issues or Community In-Home Care, Continuous Quality Improvement, the Aged
Care Principles and the Community Care Common Standards – Essential
• Previous experience in Aged Care or related discipline – Desirable

Key Selection Criteria
• Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse

• Appropriate qualifications and a demonstrated commitment to the Aged Care Sector and the Home and community care
environment.

• Australian Federal Police Clearance Certificate

• Driver’s License and comprehensively insured dependable private vehicle

• Proven ability to assess, plan, implement and evaluate care and services for client’s in the In-Home Community Care
environment.

• Knowledge of the Aged Care & Community Care Sector, Continuous Quality Improvement, Legislation, Community Care
Common Standards, and Community Care Charter of Rights and Responsibilities.

• Demonstrated ability to lead and actively contribute to organizational

• Demonstrated excellence in interpersonal/communication skills (written and oral), and an ability to lead and motivate the
Care Team in the achievement of organizational goals.

• Demonstrated understanding of the roles and relationships between the Registered Nurse, Enrolled Nurse, Personal Care
Assistance, and Companion Care Workers

• Demonstrated knowledge of the Legislation applicable to the Role of the Registered Nurse in the Aged Care and In-Home
Care environment.

For further information go to www.rightathome.com.au