Registered Nurse

Uniting NSW.ACT; Port Macquarie; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 83,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging up to $18,550

Wellbeing programs

Employee discounts

Referral program

Fitness Passport

Private health insurance

Job summary

Uniting NSW.ACT is seeking a Casual Relief Registered Nurse for Uniting Mingaletta in Port Macquarie. You will provide person-centred care, lead clinical services, and work across shifts to ensure continuous coverage.

The role requires a Bachelor of Nursing with current AHPRA registration, strong assessment skills, and excellent communication. You will collaborate with the care team and families to support residents’ goals, in a warm, household-style setting.

Qualifications

• Hold a Bachelor of Nursing degree with current registration (AHPRA).
• Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage time effectively and adapt to changing priorities.
• Empathy, resilience, and a genuine passion for enhancing the lives of older residents.
• Nurses from other healthcare settings and new graduates are encouraged to apply.
• Adaptable, empathetic, resourceful, and aligned with Uniting values.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop, deliver, and evaluate resident care plans.
• Provide clinical services and demonstrate sharp assessment skills.
• Get to know each resident and become a fundamental part of their life.
• Ensure care meets residents' individual goals and preferences.
• Liaise with medical and allied health professionals and families to advocate for quality of life.
• Supervise and support Personal Care Workers.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Communication

Time management

Empathy

Education

Bachelor of Nursing with AHPRA

Current nursing registration

Job description

Join Uniting Port Macquarie as a Casual Relief Registered Nurse and make a meaningful difference in the lives of our residents.

About Uniting Port Macquarie:

Situated in Port Macquarie, Uniting Mingaletta is a residential aged care facility offering a welcoming living environment. Our facility is designed using the household model of care. This fosters a warm, family-like atmosphere where we strive to ensure every resident feels at home. We have single rooms, and our facility is currently undergoing a room refurbishment to ensure our facilities are modernised.

Role Overview:

As a Registered Nurse at Uniting Mingaletta, you will be at the forefront of delivering exceptional person-centred care to our residents. Your clinical expertise and compassionate approach will ensure that each resident received the highest standard of care tailored to their individual needs.

This is a casual relief position, providing flexible coverage across a range of shifts, including short-notice sick leave. Hours and shifts will vary based on operational needs.

Key Responsibilities:

• 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

Qualifications & Experience:

• Hold a Bachelor of Nursing degree with current registration (AHPRA)
• Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking abilities
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage time effectively and adapt to changing priorities.
• Empathy, resilience, and a genuine passion for enhancing the lives of older residents.
• Previous aged or community care experience is desirable; however, nurses from other healthcare settings and new graduates are encouraged to apply
• 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.

Benefits for you!

• Training & Development: Hands‑on training, development, and mentoring with a leading provider.
• Positive Impact: Join an organisation that positively impacts clients and the community.
• Salary Packaging: Not‑for‑profit salary packaging up to $18,550 tax‑free entitlements.
• Wellbeing programs: including free 24/7 confidential counselling services for you and your family via TELUS Health
• Employee Retail Discounts: Exclusive discounts at major retailers (e.g.: Coles, Ampol, Samsung, NRMA, JB Hi‑Fi, Harvey Norman, Avis, Qantas
• Referral Program: Earn a $500 bonus each time you refer a new employee who stays for 2 months.
• Fitness Passport: Access to 865+ gyms, pools, and fitness centres across NSW and ACT for less than a standard gym membership.
• Private Health Insurance: Access to affordable private Health Insurance for yourself or family.

Pre‑employment Checks: Employment with Uniting is subject to satisfactory background checks which include a National Police Check and Reference Check.

About 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.

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