Registered Nurse

Juniper Aged Care; Shire Of Derby-West Kimberley; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Juniperks platform

Relocation support

Subsidised accommodation

Job summary

Juniper Aged Care in Western Australia seeks a compassionate Registered Nurse to assess residents, coordinate care with healthcare professionals, and implement person-centred care plans. You will guide care staff and ensure high clinical standards for residents in a regional facility.

The role is a permanent full-time contract with morning, afternoon and night shifts, relocation support, and subsidised accommodation. Join Juniper to contribute to safe, high-quality aged care.

Qualifications

• Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse.
• 2+ years’ RN experience in an aged care setting.
• Strong clinical assessment and care coordination skills.
• Ability to guide staff in wound and diabetes management.
• Sound understanding of medication systems.

Responsibilities

• Conduct clinical assessments and respond to changes in resident health and wellbeing
• Develop, implement and review person-centred care plans in partnership with residents and their families
• Administer medications and provide clinical treatments in line with professional standards
• Provide leadership, mentoring and guidance to care staff
• Liaise with GPs, allied health professionals and external providers to coordinate resident care
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation and reporting
• Support AN-ACC assessments and ensure accurate clinical documentation
• Ensure compliance with Aged Care Quality Standards, policies and best practice
• Participate in infection prevention, risk management and quality improvement initiatives

Skills

Registered Nurse

AHPRA registration

Clinical assessment

Care coordination

Wound management

Diabetes management

Medication management

Communication

Teamwork

Job description

About Us

At Juniper, we take pride in being one of Western Australia's largest local aged care providers, delivering individualized care that keeps our residents connected to the people, passions, and places they have always cherished. Across the state, we are dedicated to offering exceptional care, accommodation, and support services for older Western Australians.

About Us

At Juniper, we take pride in being one of Western Australia's largest local aged care providers, delivering individualized care that keeps our residents connected to the people, passions, and places they have always cherished. Across the state, we are dedicated to offering exceptional care, accommodation, and support services for older Western Australians.

About The Role And Where You'll Be Working

Juniper Guwardi Ngadu is a small facility with 12 newly renovated shared rooms all with ensuites providing Individualised support through our person-centred care approach to our residents.

Located in the heart of Fitzroy Crossing, Juniper Guwardi Ngadu has an amazing outdoor spaces hold a special significance. The home provides individually tailored and culturally appropriate care, with dining and living spaces thoughtfully designed outside, so residents can enjoy close connection to country.

In this role, you will assess residents’ clinical needs, coordinate care with healthcare professionals, and implement and review person-centred care plans. You will also provide guidance to care staff and help ensure high standards of clinical care for residents.

We are looking for a compassionate and motivated Registered Nurse who is passionate about aged care and committed to delivering safe, high-quality care.

This is a permanent fulltime contract working a mix of morning, afternoon and nightshifts (depending on rostering needs).

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct clinical assessments and respond to changes in resident health and wellbeing
• Develop, implement and review person-centred care plans in partnership with residents and their families
• Administer medications and provide clinical treatments in line with professional standards
• Provide leadership, mentoring and guidance to care staff
• Liaise with GPs, allied health professionals and external providers to coordinate resident care
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation and reporting
• Support AN-ACC assessments and ensure accurate clinical documentation
• Ensure compliance with Aged Care Quality Standards, policies and best practice
• Participate in infection prevention, risk management and quality improvement initiatives

Key Requirements

• Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse
• 2+ years’ experience as an RN in an aged care setting (or equivalent)
• Strong clinical assessment and care coordination skills
• Ability to guide staff in wound and diabetes management
• Sound understanding of medication systems
• Excellent communication, teamwork and problem-solving skills

What’s On Offer

• Hourly rates from $46.48 per hour + 25% casual loading
• Salary Package up to $18,550 per annum tax free
• Juniperks: an online platform that unlocks exclusive retail discounts, employee perks, wellness initiatives and peer acknowledgement
• $5 Regional Allowance + $5 Accommodation allowance (conditions apply)
• Subsidised accommodation and relocation assistance

Relocation Support

For those relocating to regional Western Australia, we offer support with flights and initial accommodation to ensure a smooth transition.