Casual Registered Nurse

Respect Group; Sunshine Coast Regional; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

Lyrebird Village in Drouin, Victoria is seeking a casual Registered Nurse to deliver safe, contemporary clinical care for residents under AHPRA. You will work with the Care Manager and team to support quality of life and person-centred care.

Join a supportive, not-for-profit organisation dedicated to dignity and respect for older Australians, in a modern aged care setting with opportunities for ongoing development.

Qualifications

• Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse.
• Strong clinical assessment and documentation skills.
• Knowledge of aged care standards and legislative requirements.
• Understanding of the aged care accreditation process.
• Current National Police Certificate, or willingness to obtain one.
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Genuine commitment to supporting older people.

Responsibilities

• Complete comprehensive resident assessments and participate in admissions.
• Develop, implement, and review resident care plans.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation.
• Provide direct clinical care and support residents with their needs.
• Administer medications safely following policies.
• Collaborate with residents, families, GPs, and care team.
• Support person-centred care throughout the home.
• Provide clinical guidance to care staff.
• Respond to changes in residents' health and wellbeing.

Skills

AHPRA RN

Clinical assessment

Documentation

Aged care standards

Accreditation knowledge

Police certificate

Team collaboration

Compassionate care

Job description

Registered Nurse (Casual) | Lyrebird Village, Drouin

Make a difference at Lyrebird Village!

Are you a Registered Nurse looking for a flexible opportunity where you can make a genuine difference in the lives of older people?

Join the team at Respect Lyrebird Village in Drouin, Victoria as a Casual Registered Nurse and become part of a supportive team where your clinical skills, experience, and commitment to quality care are highly valued.

Whether you're an experienced aged care nurse or seeking flexible work that suits your lifestyle, we'd love to hear from you.

Why Join Respect?

At Respect, we believe everyone deserves the right to a life well-lived, with dignity and respect. As a Registered Nurse, you'll have the opportunity to build meaningful relationships with residents while delivering high-quality, person-centred clinical care.

At Lyrebird Village, you'll work alongside a dedicated team committed to creating a welcoming, safe, and supportive environment where residents truly feel at home.

You'll enjoy:

• Casual employment with flexibility to suit your lifestyle
• A supportive and collaborative team environment
• Meaningful relationships with residents and their families
• Ongoing learning, development, and career growth opportunities
• Not-for-profit salary packaging benefits
• Up to $15,900 in salary packaging benefits
• The opportunity to work in the thriving Gippsland region
• A positive workplace culture focused on respect, teamwork, and excellence in care

Why Choose Lyrebird Village?

Located in the welcoming community of Drouin, Victoria (3818), Lyrebird Village offers the perfect blend of career satisfaction and lifestyle benefits. Enjoy the charm of a growing regional town, beautiful surrounding countryside, excellent local amenities, and convenient access to both Melbourne and Gippsland while working in a modern aged care environment where your contribution is truly valued.

Whether you're looking to advance your aged care career or join a team that genuinely supports your professional growth, Lyrebird Village provides the opportunity to thrive while making a meaningful difference every day.

About the Role

As a Casual Registered Nurse at Lyrebird Village, you will provide safe, competent, and contemporary clinical nursing care to residents within your scope of practice and in accordance with AHPRA requirements.

Working closely with the Care Manager and wider care team, you'll support residents to achieve the best possible quality of life through the delivery of high-quality, person-centred care.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Completing comprehensive resident assessments and participating in admissions
• Developing, implementing, and reviewing resident care plans
• Maintaining accurate and high-quality clinical documentation
• Providing direct clinical care and supporting residents with their individual care needs
• Administering medications safely and in accordance with organisational policies and procedures
• Collaborating with residents, families, GPs, and the broader healthcare team
• Supporting the delivery of person-centred care throughout the home
• Providing clinical guidance and support to care staff
• Responding appropriately to changes in residents' health and wellbeing

About Respect

Respect is a proud not-for-profit organisation that has been supporting older Australians since 1922.

Today, Respect supports thousands of residents and employees across Victoria, New South Wales, and Tasmania through residential aged care, home care, retirement living, and independent living communities. Our purpose is simple: to give older people the care, dignity, and respect they deserve.

About You

We're seeking a Registered Nurse who is passionate about delivering exceptional care and enjoys working as part of a collaborative and supportive team.

To be successful, you will have:

• Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse
• Strong clinical assessment and documentation skills
• Knowledge and understanding of aged care standards and legislative requirements
• Understanding of the aged care accreditation process
• Current National Police Certificate, or willingness to obtain one
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team
• A genuine commitment to supporting older people to live a life well-lived