Clinical - Registered Nurse

Uniting; Newcastle-Maitland; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Above-award pay

Career growth

U rewards program

Fitness Passport

Supportive environment

Job summary

Uniting Narla, based in Newcastle, NSW, seeks a skilled registered nurse to lead resident care, develop and evaluate care plans, and provide clinical services across two households. You will drive holistic, person-centered care with strong leadership in a supportive team environment.

You will supervise Personal Care Workers, liaise with medical and allied health staff, and advocate for residents’ quality of life while guiding the team with decisive clinical judgment.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated nursing leadership in aged care.
• Strong clinical assessment skills for elderly residents.
• Ability to coordinate care with medical and allied health teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead and evaluate resident care plans.
• Provide clinical services and maintain high-quality care.
• Ensure care meets individual resident goals.
• Liaise with doctors, allied health, and families.
• Supervise Personal Care Workers and guide the team.

Skills

Clinical leadership

Assessment

Team supervision

Stakeholder liaison

Holistic care

Education

Nursing degree with current AHPRA registration

Job description

Posted Thursday 27 August 2026 at 2:00 pm

No Information

• Night Duty!!!

About Uniting Narla

Uniting Narla is a compassionate home with long-serving people and over 40 years of experience in providing compassionate care.

We provide a high level of care across two separate households and support residents in maintaining their independence as long as possible.

Household Living – our innovative approach to care – empowers residents to live their day their way, just as they would in any family home. Our Uniting Homemaker ensures the community is thriving and doing meaningful and enjoyable things.

What you’ll be doing in this role

• You will be a clinical leader in the service, and you will develop, deliver and evaluate resident care plans to meet the individual needs of our residents


• You’ll need sharp clinical assessment skills and will take the lead in providing clinical services


• Play an important role in making sure the care provided meets residents’ individual goals


• You’ll liaise with medical and allied health professionals and residents’ family members to advocate for clients’ quality of life


• Supervise and support our Personal Care Workers


• Practice in a holistic way, using your critical decision-making skills to lead the team.

• Above-award pay rates (up to $52.66 per hour + casual loading)


• A commitment to offer opportunities to grow your career & leadership skills


• You’ll become part of a community of clinical practitioners that supports you in the continuous development of your clinical practice


• A rewarding career with a leading human services organisation.


• Access to our U rewards program with exclusive discounts.


• Access to Fitness Passport – Live your best life.


• A supportive, inclusive, and collaborative work environment

Registered Nurses who are new to aged care, or those in their first or second year of practice who have not previously completed a Graduate Nurse Program, are encouraged to participate in Uniting’s Aged Care Transition to Practice Program. This supportive program is designed to build confidence, enhance clinical skills, and provide a strong foundation for a rewarding career in aged care

Who we’re looking for

• You’ll have previous registered nursing experience in aged or community care, or a passion to begin a career in aged care if you have nursing experience in the wider health sector.


• You’ll be adaptable, empathetic, resourceful, a great time manager, and be able to live Uniting’s everyday values of being compassionate, respectful, imaginative, and bold.


• You’ll be committed to contemporary aged care nursing practice.


• You’ll hold a nursing degree with current AHPRA registration.

Who is Uniting?

Uniting NSW.ACT contributes to the work and mission of the Uniting Church in NSW and the ACT through social justice advocacy, community services and spiritual care. We provide care and support for people through all ages and stages of life, with a focus on people experiencing disadvantage and vulnerability. Our purpose is to inspire people, enliven communities and confront injustice.

Uniting is a Child Safe Organisation committed to promoting the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of children and young people.

Empowered by diversity

At Uniting, inclusion isn’t just something we value – it’s how we work. Our culture and practice reflect the vibrant diversity of our colleagues, and the clients and communities we serve.

What to expect

Please know that employment with Uniting will require a National Police Check, references and pre-employment screening.