Enrolled Nurse — Competitive Pay & Growth

Arcare Aged Care; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Above Award Rates

Shift Penalties where applicable

Professional development days (paid)

Employee discounts

Job summary

Arcare Aged Care is seeking an Enrolled Nurse to work under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, delivering high‑quality nursing care for residents in line with Arcare’s values.

The role involves assisting with ADLs, medication administration, health monitoring, wound care, and documenting care. Applicants must have Australian Working Rights and an NDIS Worker Screening Check eligibility.

Qualifications

• Current AHPRA Registration and Diploma of Enrolled Nursing.
• Knowledge of Aged Care Accreditation Standards.
• Adaptable, eager to learn and collaborative.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with activities of daily living (shower, dressing, toileting, grooming).
• Administer medications as prescribed and document accurately.
• Monitor health and vital signs; report changes to RN.
• Provide basic wound care and dressing changes.
• Document care via eCase and escalate concerns to the RN.

Skills

AHPRA Registration

Diploma in Enrolled Nursing

Aged Care knowledge

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Diploma of Enrolled Nursing

Job description

💰 $40.46- $42.94 + Super + Shift Penalties (where applicable)

🕒 Thursday, Friday, Sunday 7am-3pm

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
• Exclusive employee discounts (Apple, Samsung, Travel, Health Insurance, Gyms & more)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Reward & Recognition programs
• Interstate reach & mobility options
  
  

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.