What does the program offer for graduates?
The Lifeview Graduate Nursing program offers a full-time job placement for 12 months at a Lifeview home and includes:
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A comprehensive orientation program
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A supportive environment to gain experience in an aged care setting
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A smooth transition from student to graduate, leading to increased career satisfaction and better resident care, consolidating knowledge and skills into clinical practice
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An understanding and awareness of the ageing process and associated disease processes
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Opportunities to gain comprehensive clinical experience (clinical leadership and governance skills)
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Organisational and prioritisation skills
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An understanding of clinical risk management and prevention
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An understanding of aged care legislation and accreditation requirements
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An education program to support in developing skills and knowledge of the aged care sector
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Regular feedback throughout the graduate program
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Support and guidance from the senior clinical team and educators
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Assessment, analysis, critical thinking, and decision-making skills
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Multi-disciplinary team liaison strategies, including Housemates (aged care workers) and other health professionals
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Ability to engage and mentor staff (supervision and delegation skills)
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Communication, advocating and counselling skills to work with older people and their families
More information
- Graduate Nurse Program introduction
- The role of Registered Nurses at Lifeview
- Program Structure
- What makes Lifeview different?
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