Where you'll be working:
This maternity relief part-time Registered Nurse position with the Transitional Aged Care Program (TACP) will be located at Taree Aged Care and will be part of dedicated multidisciplinary team which includes RNs, ENs, Physiotherapists, Occupational Therapists and a Domestic services based both in Taree and Forster.

The Transitional Aged Care team form part of the overarching Aged Care Services which consists of ACAT, Psychogeriatric/Dementia service, Podiatrists, ASET, Occupational Therapy, Speech Pathology, Physiotherapy, Discharge Planning & AARCS.

About the role:
The position requires the successful RN to provide care to patients in the community following a hospital stay by providing an efficient and effective Transitional Aged Care Program (TACP) Service including timely response to accepting referrals for intake assessments in the hospital, case management, assisting the patient to regain functionality & mobility and finalise ongoing care arrangements.

About you:
The successful applicant will be a motivated Registered Nurse who can take initiative when needed whilst out in the community. You will provide support and leadership to your fellow RN’s, EEN’s and Allied Health professionals in your team, in both Forster and Taree. You will possess strong interpersonal and communication skills, have the ability to consult with a multi-disciplinary team and be able to work effectively to deliver a professional service to the community.

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