Enrolled Nurse

Eldercare Inc; Maitland; On-site; AUD 48,000 - 62,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging

Training & development

Supportive team

Job summary

Eldercare The Village in Maitland is seeking an Enrolled Nurse to join our dedicated team in a rural setting. You will deliver high-quality, person-centred care to older Australians and mentor Care Assistants, contributing to a supportive and compassionate workplace.

The role offers variety, autonomy and opportunities to grow, with emphasis on teamwork, adherence to policy, and ongoing development within a not-for-profit aged care provider.

Qualifications

• Diploma of Nursing and current AHPRA registration are required.
• Experience in aged care is valued.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide person-centred nursing care to residents.
• Mentor Care Assistants in daily care delivery.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary team to apply best practices.
• Maintain accountability for delegated care and medication administration.
• Monitor residents’ health, document changes, and report promptly.
• Participate in care planning and documentation processes.
• Ensure clear communication across the care team.

Skills

Nursing care

Communication

Teamwork

Mentoring

Education

Diploma of Nursing

AHPRA registration

Job description

Join Eldercare as an Enrolled Nurse!

Location: Eldercare The Village, Maitland (Yorke Peninsula)
Type: Casual

At Eldercare, our purpose is simple but powerful: to deliver peace of mind with our care.

As one of South Australia’s leading not-for-profit aged care providers, we’re proud to offer more than just a job. We offer a community. A purpose. A place where your contribution matters every single day. With a strong focus on learning and development, we’ll support you as you grow your career.

About the Role

We’re looking for passionate Enrolled Nurses to join our dedicated team in Maitland. You’ll be part of a tight-knit crew delivering high-quality, person-centred care to older Australians in a beautiful rural setting. This is a great opportunity to work in a supportive environment with variety, autonomy, and the chance to build strong relationships with residents and staff.

What you’ll do:

• Provide person-centred nursing care that supports residents’ wellbeing
• Guide and mentor Care Assistants in daily care delivery
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to implement best practice standards
• Work within the scope of your role, maintaining accountability for delegated care
• Administer medications and perform nursing interventions in line with policy and legislation
• Monitor and report changes in residents’ health and functional status
• Contribute to care planning, documentation, and evaluation processes
• Ensure timely and accurate communication across the care team

What You’ll Need

• Working rights in Australia
• Diploma of Nursing and current AHPRA registration
• At least 6 months experience in Aged Care/Health Care as an Enrolled Nurse (or previous significant care worker experience)
• A genuine passion for providing person-centred care
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Enjoy building positive relationships with residents, their families, and staff

Why Choose Eldercare?

• Be part of a purpose-driven organisation that values compassion and community
• Salary packaging options to increase your take-home pay - up to $31, tax free deductions annually with our remote area benefit.
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Thrive in a warm, welcoming team that feels more like family

Ready to Join Us?

For further information, please contact Tam Erskine, Site Operations Manager on or email us at

To work for Eldercare, you are required to hold an acceptable National Police Clearance and comply with relevant vaccination requirements as per Eldercare policy.

Eldercare is proud to be a Rainbow Tick accredited organisation. We are committed to supporting our lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and intersex (LGBTI) residents, employees and volunteers to ensure they feel included and safe. Regardless of their culture, religion, spirituality, age, gender, sexuality, disability, socio-economic background or personal experiences, our people are welcomed, included and respected.

Eldercare encourages respectful relationships and does not accept any form of gender-based violence in the workplace. Eldercare is committed to preventing violence against women and is proud to be a White Ribbon accredited workplace to support victims of abuse.

All employees can expect to receive fair and equal treatment and to be free from discrimination in all aspects of their life with Eldercare.