• A comprehensive induction and orientation program, and an extensive workforce development program across a wide variety of areas. All learning and development is in line with Resthaven’s Teaching and Research in Aged Care Services Framework (TRACs).
• Access to our Professional Development Fund to financially assist your career progression through further education.
• New employee mentoring programs are available so that you are supported as you gain confidence and develop into your role, especially if you are new to aged care.
• Opportunities for nursing and allied health staff to consolidate clinical skills and develop new skills in areas such as Continence Care, Clinical Nursing, Palliative Care, Dementia Care or Wound Management.
• Salary sacrifice options.
• An employee assistance program, offering free, confidential counselling to you and your direct family members.
• A health and wellness program and an early intervention physiotherapy program to help keep you healthy.

At Resthaven, we value nurses and the professional expertise they bring to achieve quality care for older people.

“Nurses bring added value to aged care services.  They are thought leaders, clinical leaders and workforce leaders… Resthaven is committed to supporting the professional development of its nurses though membership of the Australian College of Nursing”

Resthaven’s corporate membership benefits include:

1. Supporting nursing staff in their professional development and advancement.
2. Providing opportunity for nurses to offer expert knowledge and advice in regards to policy, development, and advocacy.
3. Access to development through online courses and webinars.
4. Networking opportunities with nurse leaders though events, conferences, and communities of interest.
5. Developing education in partnership.
6. Discounted individual membership fees for Resthaven Nurses.

Resthaven is an ACN Platinum Affiliate

Resthaven sponsors a number of grants and scholarships.

Please visit the host websites for specific information and application details.

Flinders University

http://www.flinders.edu.au/scholarships/

For information about Flinders University Nursing Scholarships,
phone: (08) 8201 3115 or email: scholarships@flinders.edu.au

UniSA

http://www.unisa.edu.au/scholarships

For information about UniSA Scholarships,
Phone: (08) 8302 1732 or (08) 8302 1762 or
email: SAS-scholarships@unisa.edu.au

University of Adelaide

http://www.adelaide.edu.au/scholarships/

For information about the University of Adelaide Scholarships,

Phone: (08) 8303 3341/4224 or email: undergraduatescholarships@adelaide.edu.au

Alzheimers Australia Scholarship

For information, visit www.alzheimers.org.au