Enrolled Nurse

Respect; Lyndoch; On-site; AUD 79,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging benefits up to $15,9k

Training & development pathways

Onsite leaders support

Friendly, down-to-earth workplace

Long-term aged care career

Job summary

Respect is seeking an Enrolled Nurse to join our aged care team in regional Australia. You will work with Registered Nurses to support clinical outcomes, monitor resident wellbeing, and contribute to a safe, dignified care environment.

The role emphasizes resident-focused care, collaboration, and ongoing professional development. Applicants must hold a Diploma of Nursing with current AHPRA registration and have at least 2 years post-graduate experience, preferably in aged care, with willingness

Qualifications

• Diploma of Nursing and AHPRA registration with minimum 2 years post-graduate clinical experience, preferably in aged care.
• Strong clinical skills with judgement to monitor and respond to residents’ health changes.
• Knowledge of residential care practices, care planning, documentation, and aged care funding instruments.
• Understanding of accreditation processes and commitment to high-quality, person-centred care.
• Excellent communication and teamwork to collaborate with residents, families, and care team.
• Current National Police Certificate and NDIS Worker Screening Clearance (or ability to obtain), required immunisations, and flexibility to shifts.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive admission and ongoing assessments with residents and families.
• Maintain accurate documentation reflecting care delivery and outcomes.
• Administer medications safely and properly document handling and storage.
• Monitor residents’ health and promptly report changes to Registered Nurses.
• Participate in handovers and care planning discussions to promote safe, respectful care.

Skills

Clinical skills

Communication

Teamwork

Interpersonal skills

Documentation

Immunisations

Shift work flexibility

Education

Diploma of Nursing

AHPRA Registration

Job description

About Us

At Respect, we’re proud to be the largest provider of aged care services in Regional Australia.

As a not-for-profit organisation, everything we do is driven by our commitment to supporting older Australians with dignity, compassion and genuine connection.

We’re a growing, values-led organisation with a strong focus on our residents, their families and our team. When you join Respect, you become part of a supportive community that thrives on collaboration, trust and the shared belief that everyone deserves to feel valued.

If you’re looking for an organisation that invests in its people, celebrates purpose, and offers meaningful career pathways, you’ll feel right at home with us.

Why You Will Love Working With Us

• A workplace culture that celebrates people, progress, and purpose
• Meaningful work where you see the impact you make every day
• Opportunities to grow your career
• Save tax by salary packing up to $15,900 of living expenses and a further $2650 for meals out, and holiday accommodation!

About The Role

In this role, you will work collaboratively with Registered Nurses and care staff to support clinical outcomes, monitor resident wellbeing, and contribute to a safe, respectful, and welcoming care environment where dignity guides everyday practice.

This is a rewarding opportunity to build meaningful connections with residents and their families while being part of a supportive team that values professionalism, collaboration, and ongoing development. If you are adaptable, reliable, and committed to delivering thoughtful, resident-focused care, we would love to hear from you.

No two days are the same! As Enrolled Nurse, you will:

• Conduct comprehensive admission and ongoing assessments with residents and families to identify care needs and support individualised care planning.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation that reflects care delivery and resident outcomes.
• Administer medications safely and ensure correct handling, storage, and record-keeping.
• Monitor residents’ health, report changes promptly to Registered Nurses, and support the care team in delivering safe, person-centred care.
• Participate in team handovers, care planning discussions, and initiatives that promote a safe, respectful, and supportive environment for residents

About You

• Diploma of Nursing and current AHPRA registration as an Enrolled Nurse, with a minimum of 2 years post-graduate clinical experience, preferably in aged care.
• Strong clinical skills, sound judgement, and the ability to monitor, assess, and respond to changes in residents’ health.
• Knowledge of residential care practices, care planning, clinical documentation, and the Commonwealth Aged Care Funding Instrument.
• Understanding of aged care accreditation processes and a commitment to providing safe, high-quality, person-centred care.
• Excellent communication, teamwork, and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with residents, families, and the care team.
• Current National Police Certificate and NDIS Workers Screening Clearance (or ability to obtain), required immunisations, and a flexible, professional approach to shift work.
• The successful candidate will receive a base salary between the range of $79,000 to $90,000.

Perks & Benefits

• As a not-for-profit you can reduce your tax by salary packaging up to $15,900 per year for living expenses, bills, rent, mortgage and groceries. Take advantage of a further $2,650 to pay for meals out or holiday accommodation
• Training and development pathways
• Supportive leaders who are onsite
• A friendly, down-to-earth workplace
• Opportunity to build a long-term career in aged care

If you’re passionate about caring for others and want to be part of a team that genuinely values you, we would love to hear from you. Please note that selection processes will commence immediately, any late applications may result in exclusion from the process.