Clinical Quality Assurance Officer

About us

Kanandah Retirement Ltd is one of the leading accredited aged care providers in Mudgee, NSW. Kanandah is rapidly growing not-for-profit company, with new wing completion to meet the residential care demand for up-to 96 residents. As the company is expanding, we have various opportunities opening for the candidates seeking to enhance their skills and experience. We're committed to high quality care in a safe, home-like environment where each resident is valued as an individual and a community member.

Qualifications & experience

Registered Nurses (AHPRA)

Bachelor of Nursing

Police check and Covid-19 vaccination certificate required

Experience in a similar role or Aged care facilities is an advantage

Infection Prevention Control (IPC) qualification and experience is an advantage

Experience as a quality assessor is not essential, however assessor knowledge and experience is welcome.

A strong understanding of legislative, policy and regulatory frameworks, in particular the Aged Care Quality and Safety Commission Act and the Aged Care Quality Standards, or be able to demonstrate a capacity to quickly acquire this knowledge.

Tasks & responsibilities

Provide a professional, courteous, and sensitive clinical services

Build confidence and trust in amongst team, residents and the resident’s family members.

Ability to work independently, strive for excellence in resident care and promote an environment of harmony and trust with team and residents

Identify and support management and clinical team to meet the compliance with quality standards on regular basis

Administering the serious incidents response scheme

Reducing the use of restrictive practices

Provide timely, specific and meaningful feedback that promote quality and/or consistency improvements

Contribute to the development and maintenance of relevant quality assurance or quality sampling tools, guidance and procedures

Applying strong communication and interpersonal skills and working constructively with internal stakeholders to promote continuous improvements.

Coordinate with the nurses for documentation, clinical services to the residents

Demonstrated ability to respond positively to change, take responsibility for managing work initiatives and the ability to build capability and provide support to teams.

Benefits

Sign-on bonus up-to AUD $10,000

Rewarding wages and salary packaging option available

Training provided to enhance the skills

Friendly and supportive work environment

Assist with relocation and accommodation for the right candidate