Registered Nurse

Uniting; Eden; On-site; AUD 66,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hourly pay up to AU$55.79

Salary packaging benefits

Referral bonus

Work-life balance

Career development

Leadership opportunities

Clinical practice community

Job summary

Uniting Eden in NSW is seeking a Registered Nurse to lead clinical services in a small community setting. You will develop, implement and evaluate resident care plans, ensuring care meets individual goals while liaising with medical teams and families.

The role offers a supportive team, opportunities to grow into leadership positions, and a structured pathway through the Transition to Practice Program for nurses new to aged care.

Qualifications

• Hold a nursing degree with current AHPRA registration.
• Experience in aged or community care preferred.
• Demonstrate adaptability, empathy, and strong time management while upholding Uniting values.

Responsibilities

• Develop, deliver and evaluate resident care plans to meet individual needs.
• Provide clinical services with sharp assessment skills and lead the care team.
• Get to know each resident and advocate for their quality of life with families and clinicians.
• Supervise and support Personal Care Workers and lead holistic, evidence-based care decisions.

Skills

Empathy

Clinical leadership

Adaptability

Education

Nursing degree

Job description

• Pay up to $55.79 per hour plus super and Salary Packaging benefits.

About Uniting Eden

Like any small town, everyone knows everyone at Uniting Eden.

There are four separate households, each with between 12 and 30 residents, and a Memory Support Unit for people living with dementia. Our team ensures that the community is thriving and doing things that are meaningful and enjoyable.

Who we’re looking for

• You’ll hold a nursing degree with current AHPRA registration.
• Ideally, you’ll have previous registered nursing experience in aged or community care, or a passion to begin a career in aged care if you have nursing experience in the wider health sector.
• You’ll be adaptable, empathetic, resourceful, a great time manager, and be able to live Uniting’s everyday values of being compassionate, respectful, imaginative, and bold.
• You’ll be committed to contemporary aged care nursing practice.

Career Development Opportunity:

Registered Nurses who are new to aged care, or those in their first or second year of practice who have not previously completed a Graduate Nurse Program, are encouraged to participate in Uniting’s Aged Care Transition to Practice Program. This supportive program is designed to build confidence, enhance clinical skills, and provide a strong foundation for a rewarding career in aged care

What you’ll be doing in this role

• You will be a clinical leader in the service, and you will develop, deliver and evaluate resident care plans to meet the individual needs of our residents
• You’ll need sharp clinical assessment skills and will take the lead in providing clinical services
• Get to know each resident and become a fundamental part of their life
• Play an important role in making sure the care provided meets residents’ individual goals
• You’ll liaise with medical and allied health professionals and residents’ family members to advocate for clients’ quality of life
• Supervise and support our Personal Care Workers
• Practice in a holistic way, using your critical decision-making skills to lead the team.

What we offer you

• Award pay rates up to $55.79 per hour and maximum allowable salary packaging to pay less tax (additional $18,550 tax-free plus regional benefits plus parking)
• Employee Referral Program - $250 bonus for each successful referral
• Work-life balance with regular shifts and flexible start/finish times to suit you
• A commitment to offer opportunities to grow your career and leadership skills
• Support to develop the skills you need to grow into a service manager, deputy service manager, clinical nurse educator, and other clinical practice, corporate, and leadership roles.
• You’ll become part of a community of clinical practitioners that supports you in the continuous development of your clinical practice

For more information on the benefits of being a registered nurse at Uniting, visit our nurse benefits page

Who is Uniting?

Uniting NSW.ACT contributes to the work and mission of the Uniting Church in NSW and the ACT through social justice advocacy, community services and spiritual care. We provide care and support for people through all ages and stages of life, with a focus on people experiencing disadvantage and vulnerability. Our purpose is to inspire people, enliven communities and confront injustice.

Uniting is a Child Safe Organisation committed to promoting the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of children and young people.

Empowered by diversity

At Uniting, inclusion isn’t just something we value – it’s how we work. Our culture and practice reflect the vibrant diversity of our colleagues, and the clients and communities we serve.