Registered Nurse

Arcare Aged Care; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 63,000 - 90,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Exclusive employee discounts

Employee Assistance Program

Paid training days

Job summary

Arcare Aged Care in Melbourne is seeking a casual Grade 3 Registered Nurse to provide person-centred nursing care across our facilities. Base hourly rate is AU$55.50 plus superannuation and applicable shift penalties, with opportunities for paid training days and staff discounts.

You will deliver clinical care, wound management, care planning, documentation, pain management, and emergency response while upholding Arcare’s values and standards. Australian working rights are required.

Qualifications

• Essential AHPRA registration is required.
• Knowledge of Aged Care Accreditation Standards.
• Adaptable, eager to learn in a busy aged care setting.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality nursing care and health assessments.
• Monitor vital signs and manage medications.
• Develop and implement individualised care plans.
• Maintain clinical records and document changes.
• Address pain and manage wounds effectively.
• Respond to medical emergencies.
• Provide compassionate end-of-life support.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Adaptable

Willing to learn

Education

Current AHPRA Registration

Job description

Base hourly rate $55.5 + Super + Shift Penalties (where applicable)

Casual opportunity available for a Grade 3 Registered Nurse

Why Join Arcare?

• Job security in a growing organisation
• State-of-the-art facilities and beautiful working environment
• Professional development opportunities including paid training days
• Exclusive employee discounts (Apple, Samsung, Travel, Health Insurance, Gyms & more)
• Employee Assistance Program

About the Role

As a Registered Nurse, you will provide high-quality, person-centred nursing care that promotes positive outcomes for residents, while adhering to Arcare’s values, policies, and professional clinical standards.

• Clinical Care: Deliver high-quality nursing care, including health assessments, monitoring vital signs, and medication management
• Wound Management: Assess, treat, and manage wounds while preventing infection
• Care Planning: Develop and implement individualised care plans tailored to residents’ needs
• Assessment & Documentation: Maintain accurate clinical records and document changes using eCase
• Pain Management: Identify and address pain concerns using appropriate strategies
• Emergency Response: Respond effectively to medical emergencies
• End-of-Life Care: Provide compassionate palliative and end-of-life support

What we’re looking for

• Current AHPRA Registration (essential)
• Sound knowledge of Aged Care Accreditation Standards
• Adaptable, passionate, and eager to learn
• Strong teamwork and collaboration skills
• Friendly, professional, and effective communication abilities

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 Jump In?

If you are compassionate, reliable, and thrive in a team-focused environment, we would love to hear from you.

Applicants must have Australian Working Rights and hold (or be willing to obtain) a NDIS Worker Screening Check.

Arcare is proud to celebrate diversity and is an equal opportunity employer.