Vacancies Caregiver Employer logo Caregiver Tasman Rest Home and Dementia Care Country flag Nelson
Nelson
New Zealand Classification symbol Health and Care AEWV Job posted on 23 July 2025 Job Description: Dementia Care NZ is an innovative and forward-thinking aged care provider which has pioneered a number of ground-breaking approaches in aged and dementia care
most notably the "Best Friends" approach to care and the "Small Homes" philosophy of care. We have a supportive
close-knit staff team and offer outstanding mentoring
training and support. Our vision is to create a warm and homely atmosphere where each person is supported to experience each moment richly. Our vision is to accept all people with kindness and love. To provide peace comfort and joy. To be proactive
innovative and courageous. To enrich each person
the community and the world. Kia tomo mai nga tangata katoa i runga i te atawhai me te aroha. Kia whakaratongia te maungarongo
te ahurutanga me te koa. Kia taunakitia te auahatanga me te kaha. Hei whakangakohia te tangata
te hapori me te ao hoki. We currently have a full-time permanent vacancy at Tasman Rest Home and Dementia Care
Nelson
working a minimum of 30 hours per week. Hourly rates are as follows: $23.50 (Level 1)
$24.06 (Level 2) $26.16 (Level 3)
$28.25 (Level 4 and above) You will: * Assist in the delivery of culturally safe
effective
holistic personal care needs such as showering
dressing
eating
mobility and communication * contribute to planning the care of individuals and following therapy plans to assist those with dementia * observe and report on residents progress and promptly report any change in residents’ condition or concerns about care * ensure residents’ records are accurate
appropriate and up to date * provide support to registered nurses within their scope of practice Requirements for consideration: * A genuine commitment to make a positive difference to the lives of elderly people by caring for them with love and empathy * Ability to work any shift across a 24/7 roster * A passion for working in the field of aged care * Previous caregiving experience preferred * Experience in dementia care would be a strong advantage To qualify for visa support
the following additional requirements apply: * A Registered Nursing degree
OR * A Level 4 or above qualification directly relevant
nursing degree
experience in hospital
skillfull in care of aged