Registered Nurse

Bolton Clarke; Murwillumbah; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous salary packaging

Private health insurance

Gym discounts

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Bolton Clarke Heritage Lodge in Murwillumbah is seeking a Registered Nurse to provide and monitor resident care, supporting independence and wellbeing in a 103-bed residential facility. You’ll contribute to a supportive, holistic care approach across shifts.

Role requires AHPRA registration and a minimum of 12 months RN experience, with strong communication and teamwork. Enjoy a not-for-profit environment with excellent work/life balance and benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum 12 months experience as a Registered Nurse
• Relevant qualifications and AHPRA registration
• Ability to communicate effectively with residents, families and staff

Responsibilities

• Providing and monitoring the care of residents
• Using a systematic approach to clinical decision-making
• Developing appropriate therapeutic and caring relationships
• Collaborating with the health care team to achieve resident outcomes
• Participating in the development of a supportive environment with the team

Skills

Clinical care

Communication

Teamwork

Flexible shifts

Education

Nursing qualification / degree

AHPRA registration

Job description

Bolton Clarke is Australia's largest independent, not-for-profit aged care provider shaping the future of positive ageing. With RSL Queensland and the Royal District Nursing Service at the heart of our DNA, we have been caring for Australians since 1885. Today, our exceptional teams support more than 130,000 people to live independently at home and across our 43 retirement living communities and 88 residential aged care homes. Everything we do is dedicated to enabling, celebrating and supporting older Australians to live and age positively.

About this location:

Heritage Lodge, a 103 bed residential aged care facility located in Murwillumbah in the Tweed Shire, 13km south of the Queensland border. Surrounded by homely comforts and beautiful gardens, we enjoy a close-knit community that feels more like a family.

About The Role

As a Registered Nurse, you'll provide a range of clinical care and support services for our residents, assisting them to experience a greater level of independence and ensuring their health and wellness are supported. These include:

Providing and monitoring the care of residents

Using a systematic approach to clinical decision-making

Developing appropriate therapeutic and caring relationships

Collaborating with the health care team to achieve resident outcomes

Participating in the development of a supportive environment with the team

To be successful, you will have

Relevant qualifications and AHPRA registration

Minimum of 12 months experience as a Registered Nurse (desirable in-charge)

• Flexibility to work across a range of shifts
• Valid working rights in Australia (Passport, Birth Certificate etc)

NDIS Workers Screen and/or a National Police check (or willingness to obtain) prior to commencement

Ability to communicate effectively with residents, families and all levels of staff

Strong passion for working with the elderly and dedication to professional growth

Work for an organisation committed to resident respect and dignity, where you will receive a competitive salary and benefits.

Why Work For Bolton Clarke:

• Excellent work/life balance with shifts that suit your personal needs
• A caring team environment with strong clinical and allied health support
• Career progression and development opportunities
• Generous salary packaging and not-for-profit tax benefits - claim up to $18,550 tax free
• Private health insurance and gym discounts
• An Employee Assistance Program for staff and family

Our commitment to diversity: At Bolton Clarke we expect our staff to respect and value differences in age, disability, race, nationality, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity, intersex status and family or marital status.

Appointment to this position and ongoing employment is subject to your commitment to supporting diversity and inclusion.