Gillian Hill Email and Phone Number

Registered Nurse / Assessor Assessments of residents of Aged Care Residential Facilities as a representative of the Australian Government Department of Health for the Australian National Aged Care Classification (AN-ACC) funding model both during and after the 2020-21 'shadow period'. This involved rigorous training and ongoing supervision in the program to ensure accuracy and the application of up-to-date guidelines. Travel to rural and remote residential facilities was undertaken, and assessments carried out in a discreet and timely manner. Effective communication with facility managers and staff was vital in ensuring the success of visits. Other factors included courtesy with minimal disruption to care home routines, high level interpersonal and organisational skills, time management and attention to detail. Skills in the use of computer technology to ensure access to management and programs in remote settings was essential as was the ability to adapt to sudden changes in conditions and situations.

Clinical Nurse Specialist Grade 2Armidale Rural Referral HospitalAug 2019 - Jun 2021 (1 year 11 months)Review of aged care clients in an acute setting following referral by hospital staff to the Acute to Age Related Care Service (AARCS). Attending cognitive and functional assessments in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team and provision of case management to ensure safe and timely discharges for clients with complex care needs. Other duties included client liaison; family meetings; attending rehab reviews; and communication with aged related care services such as residential facilities and home care organisations. Provision of support and education on issues such as dementia to clients, families and colleagues. Assist to determine 'capacity' in conjunction with medical and neuropsychology professionals. Provision of information on Enduring Guardianship and Enduring Power of Attorney and attendance of guardianship tribunal hearings. Review of aged care clients in an acute setting following referral by hospital staff to the Acute to Age Related Care Service (AARCS). Attending cognitive and functional assessments in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team and provision of case management to ensure safe and timely discharges for clients with complex care needs. Other duties included client liaison; family meetings; attending rehab reviews; and communication with aged related care services such as residential facilities and home care organisations. Provision of support and education on issues such as dementia to clients, families and colleagues. Assist to determine 'capacity' in conjunction with medical and neuropsychology professionals. Provision of information on Enduring Guardianship and Enduring Power of Attorney and attendance of guardianship tribunal hearings.

ACAT Assessor / Psychogeriatric NurseComprehensive assessment of Aboriginal clients aged 60+ and non-Aboriginal clients aged 65 and over for care needs and eligibility for Aged Care Services through My Aged Care. Provision of cognitive assessment, education and support for clients of visiting Psychogeriatricians.

Registered NurseHunter New England Local Health DistrictFeb 2011 - Jun 2019 (8 years 5 months)Various short term, temporary roles across the Local Health District for holiday relief and staff absences in down time from substantive positions including: Community Nursing (eg wound care, palliative care, medications); Mental Health nursing in an acute setting; COVID19 screening; Acute Surgical and Medical nursing; Geriatrics and dementia nursing and assessment.

Registered NurseTransitional Aged Care ProgramMar 2012 - Aug 2014 (2 years 6 months)Working as a member of a multi-disciplinary team of nurses, physios and OTs providing in-home nursing care and rehabilitation. Clients who were aged 65 and over joined a 12 week program following an acute hospital episode to assist them to return to their previous level of independence. Nursing duties included wound care, education, medication support, case management and assisting with exercises, living skills and socialisation.

Armidale Rural Referral HospitalFeb 2011 - Feb 2012 (1 year 1 month)New Graduate Registered Nurse Program including experience in Medical, Surgical and Mental Health wards.