Wolper is host to a close-knit community of employees who are committed to providing the best in patient care. We are non-denominational in our hiring policies.
The hospital is a 54-bed facility providing medical care, rehabilitation services and palliative care.
We are close to public transport, with ample free parking in the surrounding streets. Our small size and the high quality of our services and staff make us an employer of choice. Our staff are given the time to get to know patients and their families and make a real difference in their lives. Many of our employees have been with us for over 20 years, thanks to our pleasant and professional environment.
Light refreshments and uniforms are provided free of charge to the staff.
Current positions:
Registered Nurses
Our hospital is looking for experienced Registered Nurses (RN) to join our friendly and supportive team. We have casual and permanent positions (both part & full-time) available, working a rotating roster 7 days a week, in either our medical or rehabilitation wards.
The medical ward cares for 22 patients requiring either medical and/or palliative care. The ward also provides short-stay restorative care for older patients with complex medical needs. This service is run by Geriatricians who specialise in rehabilitation supported by a full multidisciplinary team.
Our rehabilitation unit accommodates 32 patients experiencing functional deficit caused by a range of conditions, including post orthopaedic surgeries (post elective hip/knee replacement surgery) or musculoskeletal conditions. The goal of our inpatient rehabilitation program is to enable patients to return to a safe and independent lifestyle within their home, community and work environment.
Some of the key responsibilities of our RN’s include the delivery of quality, efficient and effective person-centred care as part of a larger multidisciplinary team which meets the needs of the patients and their families or carers. Our RN’s provide appropriate supervision and/or mentoring for other nursing staff, including delegation of care to Enrolled Nurses and Assistant in Nursing staff according to their competence and within their scope of practice. The RN will need to be able to respond effectively to any emergency situations and/or changing status of the patient.
For more information about our hospital and services, please visit https://wolper.com.au/
Essential Criteria:
• Registration as a RN with the Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency (AHPRA)
• A minimum of 3 years recent experience in an Australian hospital setting
• High level of communication, interpersonal and customer service skills
• Ability to work effectively as a member of the multidisciplinary team
• Demonstrated effective time management skills and ability to prioritise competing workloads
• Commitment to own personal and professional development
Desirable Criteria:
• Basic computer literacy
• Knowledge and understanding of a team nursing model of care
• Experience in medical, palliative care and/or rehabilitation nursing
Only Suitable Applicants Who Meet the Essential Criteria Will be Contacted.
Please note that to apply for this position you must be an Australian Citizen, a Permanent Resident or be able to independently and legally live and work in Australia. Visa sponsorship is not available.
It is a condition of employment with Wolper Jewish Hospital that all staff provide a satisfactory Police Check and acceptable evidence of protection against specified infectious diseases.
CONTACT DETAILS
Andrew Driehuis
Deputy Director of Clinical Services
Email: andrewdriehuis@wolper.com.au
Assistant in Nursing
Our medical ward is looking for an experienced Assistant in Nursing (AiN) to join our night duty team. The medical ward caters for patients requiring medical care, slow-stream rehabilitation and/or palliative care.
The role of the Assistant in Nursing is to provide support to the Registered Nurse (RN) and Enrolled Nurse (EN) to deliver individualised care to our patients. The AIN will work at all times under the direct or indirect supervision of the RN. Whilst the AIN will retain responsibility for their own actions, they will always remain accountable to the RN for all allocated tasks.
Some of the tasks an Assistant in Nursing will undertake include: handling and repositioning of patients; helping patients with their routine daily activities like eating, bathing, dressing, toileting/mouth care and mobilising; changing bed linen; restocking; taking vital signs and other observations; completing clinical documentation and answering patient call bells.
POSITION DETAILS
Part-time
• Wednesday, Thursday & Friday nights
• 2200 – 0700
Essential Criteria:
• Certificate III or IV in Health Services Assistance or Aged Care
• Recent experience in a hospital setting
• Effective written, verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Good time management skills
Desirable Criteria:
• Computer literacy
• Commitment to professional development and ongoing education
Only Suitable Candidates Will be Contacted for an Interview
Please note that to apply for this position you must be an Australian Citizen, a Permanent Resident or be able to independently and legally live and work in Australia. Visa sponsorship is not available.
It is a condition of employment with Wolper Jewish Hospital that all staff provide a satisfactory Police Check and acceptable evidence of protection against specified infectious diseases.
CONTACT DETAILS
Andrew Driehuis
Deputy Director of Clinical Services
Email: andrewdriehuis@wolper.com.au
Keen to work with our team?
Feel free to submit your resume and we will keep your details on file for future positions.
