Care Worker- NRC Queenstown at National Renal Care Pty(Ltd)

Description

We are looking for a qualified, goal-driven, and self-motivated individual to fill the Care Worker role. As part of the team, the successful candidate will enhance the patient experience by attending to and maintaining the patient's basic needs and, in turn, contribute to NRC's overall success. 

Requirements and Experience

• Grade 12 level of numeracy and literacy
• A Minimum of 1 year experience within a similar role is preferred.
• A minimum of 1 year of experience in renal will be advantageous.
• Must be able to work under pressure in a constantly changing environment.
• Strong interpersonal skills are required.  
• Strong Customer Orientation
• Team player
• Very energetic
• Well organised
• Excellence Orientation (Concern for high-quality work)
• Ethical Behaviour (Honesty)

Key Performance Areas (KPA)

Ensure the safe and optimal operation of the dialysis service by following these guidelines:

• Clean dialysis machines before each patient's dialysis session, following policies, procedures, and NRC standards.
• Ensure that the unit generator works by conducting daily, weekly, and monthly maintenance inspections, logging technical issues, and refuelling the generator with diesel as needed.
• Adhere to all financial policies and procedures in the unit, particularly regarding stock and waste management.
• Provide excellent customer service and patient care by ordering and serving meals to patients according to their dietary requirements and NRC policies and procedures.
• Maintain a safe work environment and adhere to daily infection control and occupational health and safety standards.
• Stay updated on healthcare worker functions in the unit and continuously educate yourself.
• Test the machine alarms before each dialysis session to ensure they are operational and contribute to a safe dialysis environment.
• Demonstrate the National Renal Care Values and Caring the NRC Way.