Support Worker / Registered Nurse

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Care Recruit are currently seeking an experienced Support Worker or Registered Nurse (RN) to provide support to the full-time carer of a person with high physical disability needs. This role is ideal for someone who understands the realities of hands-on care and is comfortable assisting with extensive personal care tasks and physical transfers. Position Details: Hours: approximately 8:30 AM - 10:30 AM, 3-4 days per week. Working days can be arranged to suit the worker and full-time carer. Weekends are not required.Pay: Starting at $30 per hour for a Support Worker, or $35 per hour for an RN, depending on experience and qualifications.Location: Greytown, WairarapaRole Responsibilities: Work collaboratively with the full-time carer, following their guidance to ensure consistency of care.Assist with personal care tasks, ensuring the dignity, safety and comfort of the person is maintained at all times.Help with physical transfers, including lifting and positioning, using appropriate equipment and techniques to ensure safety and wellbeing.Requirements: Experience in personal care and lifting support, ideally with individuals who have high physical disability needs.A relevant qualification is advantageous but not essential if you have relevant experience.Ability to follow guidance and work as part of a team, with the full-time carer always present.Flexibility to accommodate changes in hours, such as when the person with disabilities may be away from the residence or at medical appointments.About the Employer: This role is with a gentleman with multiple sclerosis and his wife, his full-time carer. They are kind, compassionate people who enjoy spending time together, including taking their motorhome on holidays. They have a small, friendly dog, so the successful candidate must be comfortable with dogs. Next Steps: This role is ideal for a professional already in a similar position seeking extra hours, or a skilled person looking for a few rewarding hours per week. If you think this role is a good fit for your skills and lifestyle, we'd love to hear from you. Please send your CV and a brief cover letter to (email protected) or apply online at via SEEK.


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