Enrolled Nurse

Arcare; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 47,000 - 63,000; Part time

Job summary

Arcare’s brand-new Aged Care Residence in Melbourne is seeking an Enrolled Nurse to deliver high-quality care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. You will contribute to residents’ wellbeing through compassionate support and precise documentation.

Responsibilities include personal care, medication administration, health monitoring, wound care, and assessments using eCase. Applicants must have Australian Working Rights and AHPRA registration to join our team.

Qualifications

• AHPRA registration is required to practice as an Enrolled Nurse.
• Diploma of Enrolled Nursing is essential.
• Knowledge of Aged Care Accreditation Standards preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with ADLs under RN supervision.
• Administer medications as prescribed and document accurately.
• Monitor and report vital signs and changes in condition.
• Provide basic wound care and dressing changes.
• Conduct assessments and document care in the system.

Skills

AHPRA Registration

Aged Care Accreditation Standards

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Diploma of Enrolled Nursing

Job description

$40.46 + Super + Shift Penalties (where applicable)

Work in our brand-new Aged Care Residence

Why Join Arcare?

• Above Award Rates
• Supportive leadership and a positive workplace culture
• Job security in a growing organisation
• State-of-the-art facilities and beautiful working environment
• Professional development opportunities including paid training days
• Permanent Part-time
• Monday to Friday 0700-1500
• MUST HAVE FULL WORKING RIGHTS

About the Role

As an Enrolled Nurse, you will work under the supervision of a Registered Nurse to deliver high-quality nursing care and achieve positive outcomes for residents, in line with Arcare’s values and standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Personal Care: Assisting residents with ADLs including showering, dressing, toileting, and grooming
• Medication Administration: Administering medications as prescribed and maintaining accurate documentation
• Health Monitoring: Observing, recording, and reporting vital signs and changes in condition
• Wound Care: Providing basic wound care and dressing changes for minor wounds
• Assessment & Reporting: Conducting assessments and documenting care via eCase, escalating concerns to the RN or healthcare team

What we’re looking for

• Current AHPRA Registration and Diploma of Enrolled Nursing
• Knowledge of Aged Care Accreditation Standards
• Adaptable, passionate, and eager to learn
• Strong teamwork and collaboration skills
• Friendly, clear, and effective communication abilities

About Arcare

As one of Australia’s leading aged care providers, Arcare operates over 60 residences across QLD, NSW, ACT, SA and VIC, supported by more than 10,000 team members. Our focus is simple — building meaningful relationships between residents, families, and staff, with our residents at the heart of everything we do.

Ready to Jump In?

If you are compassionate, reliable, and thrive in a team-focused environment, we would love to hear from you.

Applicants must have Australian Working Rights and hold (or be willing to obtain) a NDIS Worker Screening Check.

Arcare is proud to celebrate diversity and is an equal opportunity employer.