Registered Nurse

Eldercare; Maitland; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A community-focused aged care provider in Maitland is seeking a Registered Nurse to deliver exceptional care and support to residents. The successful applicant will oversee care staff and manage complex clinical needs. Candidates must have a Bachelor of Nursing, current AHPRA registration, and at least 6 months of experience in aged care. Competitive pay and ongoing training opportunities offered.

Benefits

Salary packaging options

Ongoing training and development

Accommodation for the right applicant

Join a family-like team

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with current AHPRA registration.
• Minimum 6 months experience in Aged Care as a Registered Nurse.
• Excellent clinical knowledge and skills required.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality, personalised nursing care to residents.
• Manage complex clinical needs and coordinate with the care team.
• Oversee and support care staff to uphold resident wellbeing.

Skills

Clinical knowledge and skills

Ability to build positive relationships

Education

Bachelor of Nursing or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Location: Eldercare The Village, Maitland (Yorke Peninsula)

Type: Permanent Part Time

At Eldercare, our purpose is simple but powerful: to deliver peace of mind with our care.

At Eldercare, we are committed to delivering exceptional care and support to older South Australians. As one of the state’s leading not-for-profit aged care providers, we foster a compassionate and inclusive work environment where every team member is valued. By joining Eldercare, you\u2019ll become part of a team that prioritises integrity, collaboration, and continuous improvement. With a strong focus on learning and development, we’ll support you as you grow your career.

About the Role

As a Registered Nurse, you will provide high-quality, personalised nursing care to residents, including managing complex clinical needs such as wound care and pain management. You will also oversee and support care staff on the floor, ensuring the delivery of exceptional service and clinical excellence that upholds our commitment to resident wellbeing.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality, personalised nursing care to residents, including wound care and pain management.
• Manage complex clinical needs and coordinate with the care team to ensure clinical excellence.
• Oversee and support care staff on the floor to uphold resident wellbeing and service standards.

Location and Schedule

• Located in Maitland and Minlaton, Yorke Peninsula with Regional Allowance
• Permanent part time opportunities - afternoon and night shifts
• Shifts are in charge
• Accommodation can be provided for the right applicant

What You Will Bring

• Possess a Bachelor of Nursing or equivalent qualification with a minimum 6 months post graduate experience
• Hold a current AHPRA registration
• Applicants must have at least 6 months experience in Aged Care as a Registered Nurse
• Possess excellent clinical knowledge and skills
• Enjoy building positive relationships with residents their families and staff

Why Choose Eldercare?

• Be part of a purpose-driven organisation that values compassion and community
• Salary packaging options to increase your take-home pay
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Join a team that feels more like family

Ready to Join Us?

For further information, please contact Tam Erskine, Site Operations Manager on 8832 2293.

If you have a commitment to quality care and being part of an inspiring team, please register your interest with us.

To work for Eldercare, you are required to hold an acceptable National Police Clearance and comply with relevant vaccination requirements as per Eldercare policy which includes vaccination for both seasonal influenza and COVID-19.

Eldercare is proud to be a Rainbow Tick accredited organisation. We are committed to supporting our lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and intersex (LGBTI) residents, employees and volunteers to ensure they feel included and safe. Regardless of their culture, religion, spirituality, age, gender, sexuality, disability, socio-economic background or personal experiences, our people are welcomed, included and respected.

Eldercare encourages respectful relationships and does not accept any form of gender-based violence in the workplace. Eldercare is committed to preventing violence against women and is proud to be a White Ribbon accredited workplace to support victims of abuse.

All employees can expect to receive fair and equal treatment and to be free from discrimination in all aspects of their life with Eldercare.

Application Details

Right to Work: To be employed with Eldercare, you are required to have full working rights in Australia. Please indicate your working rights:

• I am an Australian citizen or a permanent resident in Australia
• I have a student or temporary visa WITHOUT restricted hours
• I have a student or temporary visa WITH restricted hours
• I do not have the right to work in Australia

Employment History: Have you previously been employed by Eldercare?

• Yes
• No

Other: If you have previously worked at Eldercare, is your application for employment being filed under Section 18 of the Return to Work Act?

• Yes
• No
• Not applicable, I have not previously worked for Eldercare

Vaccination status (Influenza): As per Eldercare\u2019s Employee Immunisation Policy, vaccination against seasonal influenza is required by no later than 1 June each year. Exemptions may be approved by the Chief Executive. Please select applicable option.

• Yes, I have had my vaccination
• No, but I am willing to get the vaccine
• No, I wish to seek approval for an exemption from the Chief Executive
• No, I do not wish to be vaccinated

Annual influenza vaccination commitment: Do you commit to having an annual influenza vaccination?

• Yes
• No
• If no, what is your reason for no response

Vaccination status (COVID-19): As per Eldercare\u2019s policy, vaccination against COVID-19 is required per ATAGI guidelines. Exemptions may be approved by the Chief Executive. Please select applicable option.

• I have had my 1st and 2nd dose
• I have had my 1st, 2nd dose and 3rd/booster dose
• I have had my 1st, 2nd dose, 3rd/booster and 4th/winter booster dose
• I wish to seek approval for an exemption from the Chief Executive
• I do not wish to be vaccinated

Qualifications: Do you hold a Bachelor in Nursing?

• Yes
• No

Current registration with AHPRA?

• Yes
• No

Experience: How many years of nursing experience in aged care?

• I have just graduated and have no RN work experience
• Less than 6 months experience
• Between 6 months and 2 years\u2019 experience
• 3 or more years\u2019 experience

Overall experience in nursing in aged care and/or acute care environments?

• I have just graduated and have no RN work experience
• Less than 6 months experience
• Between 6 months and 2 years\u2019 experience
• 3 or more years\u2019 experience

Location: Maitland (The Village) is located in country South Australia approximately 3 hours from Adelaide.