Community Registered Nurse

Holicare; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

EAP

Supportive team culture

Training and development

Impactful work

Growing organisation

Job summary

Holicare is seeking a Full-Time Community Registered Nurse to join our Melbourne team. This role delivers clinical nursing care in clients' homes and within the community, supporting health, independence and wellbeing.

You will work independently while collaborating with clients, families and multidisciplinary teams to ensure safe, person-centred care. Minimum 2 years in community settings and current AHPRA registration are required, with weekend availability and Victorian driving generally

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in community nursing, aged care, disability or other relevant clinical settings.
• Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse.
• Strong clinical assessment, critical thinking and decision-making skills.
• Knowledge of medication management, wound care and other community nursing interventions.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver clinical nursing care in home and community settings following professional standards and care plans.
• Perform comprehensive nursing assessments and monitor health status.
• Administer medications according to policies and procedures.
• Provide wound care, continence, catheter care and PEG feeding as required.
• Develop and review individualized care plans for changing health needs.
• Identify and escalate deterioration or clinical concerns promptly.
• Collaborate with clients, families and multidisciplinary teams for optimal outcomes.
• Provide health education and clinical guidance to clients and families.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation including progress notes and care plans.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Critical thinking

Decision making

Documentation

Communication

Independence

Collaboration

Education

AHPRA Registered Nurse

Job description

Holicare is currently seeking a Full-Time Community Registered Nurse to join our growing team in Melbourne.

In this role, you will deliver high-quality clinical nursing care to clients in their homes and within the community, supporting their health, independence, safety and overall wellbeing.

You will work independently while collaborating with clients, families and multidisciplinary teams to ensure the delivery of safe, effective and person-centred care.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver clinical nursing care in accordance with professional standards, clinical guidelines and individualised care plans.
• Conduct comprehensive nursing assessments and monitor clients' health conditions, identifying changes in their clinical status.
• Administer medications safely and in accordance with relevant policies and procedures.
• Provide wound care, continence care, catheter care, PEG feeding and other nursing interventions as required.
• Develop, implement and review individualised nursing care plans to meet clients' changing health needs.
• Monitor, identify and appropriately escalated clinical concerns, deterioration and changes in clients' health conditions.
• Collaborate with clients, families, GPs, allied health professionals and other multidisciplinary team members to achieve optimal health outcomes.
• Provide health education, clinical advice and guidance to clients and their families.
• Maintain accurate, timely and comprehensive clinical documentation, including progress notes, assessments, care plans and incident reports.
• Ensure compliance with relevant legislation, professional standards, infection prevention and control requirements, and organisational policies and procedures.
• Contribute to clinical governance, quality improvement and safe practice initiatives.
• Maintain professional knowledge and clinical competencies through ongoing education, training and professional development.

About You

You are a compassionate, motivated and capable Registered Nurse who thrives in a community-based care environment. You have strong clinical knowledge, excellent assessment skills and a genuine commitment to delivering person-centred care.

You will demonstrate:

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in community nursing, aged care, disability or other relevant clinical settings.
• Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse.
• Strong clinical assessment, critical thinking and decision-making skills.
• Knowledge of medication management, wound care and other community nursing interventions.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and documentation skills.
• The ability to work independently, manage competing priorities and make sound clinical decisions.
• A compassionate, professional and client-focused approach to care.
• The ability to work collaboratively with clients, families and multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.

Mandatory Requirements

• Current working rights in Australia.
• Current National Police Check (issued within the last 12 months).
• Employee Working with Children Check (or willingness to obtain).
• NDIS Worker Screening Check (or willingness to obtain).
• COVID-19 vaccination in accordance with applicable requirements.
• Current Victorian Driver's Licence.
• Ability and willingness to travel to clients' homes across metropolitan Melbourne.
• Must be available and willing to work weekends.

About Holicare

Holicare is a trusted provider of Support at Home (SaH), Department of Veterans' Affairs (DVA) and NDIS Community Nursing services, supporting individuals across metropolitan Melbourne, Geelong and Ballarat.

With our head office in Ringwood and a regional office in Ballarat, we are committed to delivering high-quality, person-centred care throughout Victoria.

At Holicare, we are driven by a single mission: to provide compassionate and professional care that empowers individuals across the aged care, DVA and NDIS sectors. Through in-home services and community-based support, we help people live with dignity, independence and wellbeing.

We are proud to be a values-led organisation, guided by our commitment to professionalism, safety, independence, inclusion, diversity, innovation and positive outcomes.

By fostering a culture of respect, collaboration and continuous improvement, Holicare is committed to raising the standard of care while building a workplace where employees feel valued, supported and inspired.

To learn more about our services, visit www.holicare.com.au.

Why Join Holicare?

• Company Vehicle: Permanent staff have access to a shared Holicare company vehicle for work-related travel.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Access free and confidential counselling and wellbeing support for you and your immediate family.
• Supportive Team Culture: Join a collaborative, respectful and mission-driven team that values your contribution.
• Ongoing Training and Development: We invest in our people through regular training, education and professional development opportunities.
• Impactful Work: Make a genuine difference in the lives of individuals and families within your community.
• Growing Organisation: Be part of an expanding healthcare provider with opportunities for career development, advancement and innovation.