Registered Nurse

Respect; Main Ridge; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging up to $15,900 peryear

Meal and entertainment benefit $2,650

Training and professional development

Career development pathways withinaged

Onsite leaders who are accessible

Friendly, respectful workplace

Long-term rewarding career with a not‑

Job summary

Respect Chaffey House in Merbein, Victoria, is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse to join our supportive aged care team. You will provide safe, competent and contemporary clinical nursing care to residents, aligned with AHPRA requirements and aged care standards.

You will work with the Care Manager and General Manager to ensure high-quality, person-centred care that supports health, wellbeing and quality of life across morning, afternoon and night shifts.

Qualifications

• Current registration with AHPRA and eligibility to practise as a Registered Nurse.
• Experience or knowledge of residential aged care settings.
• Understanding of aged care standards and accreditation requirements.
• Strong assessment, medication management and documentation skills.
• Commitment to high-quality, person-centred care for older residents.

Responsibilities

• Complete comprehensive assessments and collect health information from residents/families.
• Participate in admissions, ongoing assessments and care planning.
• Develop and review resident care plans regularly.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation reflecting care provided.
• Deliver direct nursing care, including medications, pain management and GP rounds as required.
• Collaborate with residents, families and care team to achieve positive health outcomes.
• Support a safe, respectful, person-centred environment for residents.

Skills

AHPRA registration

Residential aged care experience

Clinical assessment

Medication management

Documentation skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Person-centred care

Education

Nursing degree / RN

Job description

Chaffey House in Merbein, Victoria, is looking for an experienced and passionate Registered Nurse to join our supportive and dedicated team.

This is a rewarding opportunity to work in a welcoming aged care environment where your clinical skills, compassion and commitment to quality care will make a genuine difference to the lives of our residents.

The position is full-time, working 37.5 hours per week across morning, afternoon and night shifts. The shift roster will be discussed with the successful candidate during the interview process.

About The Role

As a Registered Nurse at Chaffey House, you will provide safe, competent and contemporary clinical nursing care to our residents, working within your scope of practice and in accordance with AHPRA requirements and relevant aged care standards.

You will work closely with the Care Manager, General Manager and wider team to ensure residents receive high-quality, person-centred care that supports their health, wellbeing and quality of life.

Key Responsibilities

• Complete comprehensive assessments and gather relevant health and care information from residents and/or their families.
• Participate in resident admissions, ongoing assessments and care planning.
• Develop, implement and regularly review resident care plans.
• Maintain accurate, timely and high-quality clinical documentation that reflects the care provided.
• Provide direct clinical care to residents as required, including personal care, pain management, massage therapy and participation in GP rounds.
• Administer medications safely and take responsibility for correct medication ordering, storage and documentation in line with organisational policies and procedures.
• Work collaboratively with residents, families, carers, GPs and the broader care team to achieve positive health outcomes.
• Promote a safe, respectful and person-centered environment for all residents.

About You

We are looking for a compassionate and capable Registered Nurse who is committed to delivering high-quality care and enjoys working as part of a supportive team.

You Will Ideally Have

• Current registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
• Experience and/or knowledge of residential aged care.
• Knowledge of the Residential Classification Scale and relevant Aged Care Standards.
• Strong clinical assessment, medication management and documentation skills.
• An understanding of aged care accreditation and compliance requirements.
• Knowledge of government standards and requirements relating to the delivery of aged care.
• A current National Police Certificate, or the ability to obtain one.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• A genuine passion for supporting older people to live with dignity, choice and respect.

To be considered for employment with Respect, candidates must meet the legislative requirements of Aged Care Worker Screening and demonstrate their suitability to work in the aged care industry.

What We Offer

At Respect, we value our people and support them to build rewarding and long-term careers.

As a not-for-profit organisation, you can take advantage of salary packaging benefits, including:

• Salary packaging of up to $15,900 per year for everyday living expenses such as bills, rent, mortgage and groceries.
• An additional $2,650 meal and entertainment benefit for expenses such as dining out or holiday accommodation.
• Training and professional development opportunities.
• Career development pathways within aged care.
• Supportive leaders who are onsite and accessible.
• A friendly, respectful and down-to-earth workplace.
• The opportunity to build a rewarding, long-term career with a purpose-driven organisation.

Make a Difference at Chaffey House

If you're looking for a nursing role where your skills are valued, your development is supported and the work you do has a genuine impact, we'd love to hear from you.

Join the team at Respect Chaffey House and make a meaningful difference in the lives of our residents every day.