Registered Nurse

BENE; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 83,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging options

Professional development

Not-for-profit employer

Job summary

Bene Aged Care is seeking a passionate Registered Nurse to join the St Agnes Residential Facility on a part-time basis. You will deliver person-centred care and support the wellbeing of residents.

You will work night and morning shifts, provide leadership to care staff, administer medications, and maintain high clinical standards in a supportive, not-for-profit environment committed to dignity and quality of life for older South Australians.

Qualifications

• Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse.
• Experience in aged care or similar clinical setting.
• Strong clinical judgement, communication, and leadership skills.
• Commitment to respectful, person-centered care.
• Ability to work independently, particularly during night duty.
• Current National Police Check, First Aid, and Manual Handling certificates.

Responsibilities

• Deliver person-centred, evidence-based nursing care.
• Monitor residents’ health and respond to clinical needs during night and morning shifts.
• Administer medications, manage wound care, and complete accurate clinical documentation.
• Provide leadership and clinical oversight to care staff on shift.
• Support and mentor Care Workers to ensure best practice standards are maintained.
• Foster a safe, calm, and respectful environment for residents.
• Communicate effectively with residents, families, and external health professionals.
• Collaborate with the broader clinical team to support holistic care planning.

Skills

Clinical leadership

Night shift capability

Effective communication

Team mentoring

Education

AHPRA RN registration

First Aid Certificate

National Police Check

Manual Handling Certificate

Job description

Bene Aged Care is currently seeking a passionate and experiencedRegistered Nurseto join our team at theSt Agnes Residential Facilityon apart-time basis.

This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of a supportive and inclusive team while making a real difference in the lives of older South Australians.

Why Join Bene Aged Care?

• Permanent part-time role with a structured, predictable roster
• Morning and afternoon shifts for work-life balance
• Supportive team environment grounded in respect and compassion
• Access to professional development and ongoing training
• Salary packaging options to increase your take-home pay
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in residents’ lives

About Your Role

As a Registered Nurse, you will play a key role in delivering safe, high-quality clinical care while supporting older people’s dignity, comfort, and wellbeing.

In this role, you will:

• Deliver person-centred, evidence-based nursing care
• Monitor residents’ health and respond to clinical needs during night and morning shifts
• Administer medications, manage wound care, and complete accurate clinical documentation
• Provide leadership and clinical oversight to care staff on shift
• Support and mentor Care Workers to ensure best practice standards are maintained
• Foster a safe, calm, and respectful environment for residents
• Communicate effectively with residents, families, and external health professionals
• Collaborate with the broader clinical team to support holistic care planning

What You’ll Bring

Essential:

• Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse
• Previous experience in aged care or a similar clinical setting
• Strong clinical judgement, communication, and leadership skills
• Commitment to respectful, person-centered care
• Ability to work independently, particularly during night duty
• Current National Police Check, First Aid, and Manual Handling certificates

Desirable:

• Italian language skills (advantageous, not essential)

About Bene Aged Care

Bene Aged Care is a not-for-profit, values-driven organisation dedicated to supporting older South Australians to live meaningful and dignified lives. We are committed to delivering high-quality, person-centered care within a welcoming and inclusive environment.