Nurse Unit Manager

Arcare; Castlemaine; On-site; AUD 86,000 - 87,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Job stability

Career progression

Reward & Recognition programs

Employee Assistance Program

Significant discounts (Apple, Samsung,

Health Insurance

Gyms & more

Job summary

Arcare in Castlemaine, VIC, is seeking a Grade 4 Registered Nurse to join our aged care team. You will lead a unit, deliver high-quality clinical care with compassion, and support a positive work environment for staff.

The role is full-time, Monday to Friday, 7am–3pm. Essential requirements include current AHPRA registration and at least 2 years in aged care, with expertise in medication administration and wound care. ARCARE offers professional development and a supportive workplace.

Qualifications

• Current AHPRA registration and RN qualification.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in aged care as an RN.
• Knowledge of aged care standards and ANNAC.
• Ability to oversee care plans, medication management and wound care.

Responsibilities

• Resident care: deliver high-quality, person-centred care.
• Staff supervision: lead nursing and support teams.
• Care planning: develop and implement resident-specific plans.
• Medication management: ensure proper administration per schedules.
• Family communication: provide updates to families/guardians.
• Crisis management: respond to emergencies promptly.

Skills

AHPRA Registration

Aged care experience

Leadership

Communication

Care planning

Medication administration

Wound care

Job description

Full Time Position available for a Grade 4 Registered Nurse

Monday to Friday | 7am - 3pm

Salary range: $62.09 - $62.18 per hour

Why Join Arcare?

• Job stability with meaningful and deeply rewarding work
• Opportunities for professional development and Career Progression
• Reward & Recognition programs
• Employee Assistance Program
• Significant employee discounts for Apple, Samsung, Travel, Health Insurance, Gyms & much more

About the Role

The Nurse Unit Manager you will play a pivotal role within Arcare; having the responsibility for providing leadership and oversight of the care team within a specific unit.

You will deliver the highest quality of clinical care along with compassion to every Arcare Resident while maintaining a supportive & positive work environment for the care team.

Your key responsibilities will be:

• Resident Care: Ensuring the delivery of high-quality and person-centered care to residents, addressing their specific medical, physical, and emotional needs
• Staff Supervision: Managing and leading a team of healthcare professionals, including nurses, caregivers and support staff
• Care Planning: Overseeing the development and implementation of individual care plans for each resident, considering their unique health requirements and preferences
• Medication Management: Ensuring proper administration and management of medications for residents, adhering to prescribed schedules and protocols
• Family Communication: Communicating effectively with residents' families or legal guardians, providing updates on their loved one's condition and involving them in care decisions when appropriate
• Crisis Management: Handling emergency situations and critical incidents promptly and effectively

What we’re looking for

• Current AHPRA Registration
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in Aged Care as a Registered Nurse
• Knowledge of Aged Care accreditation standards
• Comprehensive knowledge and experience with ANNAC
• Expertise in medication administration and wound care with a commitment to ongoing clinical excellence
• Demonstrated leadership, communication and interpersonal skills
• An outstanding proficiency in care planning, goal setting and evaluation documentation
• Capability to effectively lead and manage a team

This is an opportunity to join a company that values its team members, offers a supportive working environment, and has a genuine desire to develop its people.

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 Apply

Our people and culture set us apart and our ongoing focus of working together as one team. Please note that you must have Australian Working Rights and a NDIS Worker Screening Check (or be willing to obtain). Arcare values diversity within our workforce and is an equal opportunity employer.