Registered Nurse

Workforce Extensions; Townsville City; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hours

Travel opportunities

Competitive rates with penalties

Job summary

Workforce Extensions is seeking Registered Nurses for immediate start across Far North Queensland facilities. Join a dedicated team delivering high-quality clinical care in aged care and healthcare settings with flexible shift options.

As an RN you will work with multidisciplinary teams, maintain documentation, and adapt to new IT systems while upholding care standards and patient wellbeing. National checks and AHPRA registration are required.

Qualifications

• Current National Police Check.
• Current AHPRA Registration.
• Minimum 12 months post-registration experience in aged care, acute care, or community settings preferred.
• Superior written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to remain calm under pressure.
• Positive can-do attitude and ability to work collaboratively in a team.

Responsibilities

• Make a difference to residents by providing exemplary clinical support.
• Work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams to assess and meet residents' physical, psychological and emotional needs.
• Practice in accordance with the Aged Care Quality Standards and organisational policies and procedures.
• Willingness to learn and interact with new IT systems.
• Maintain accurate documentation and adhere to facility, legislative, and accreditation requirements relating to assessments, reporting, and care planning.

Skills

Person-centred care

Teamwork

Excellent communication

Calm under pressure

Education

AHPRA Registration

Job description

Registered Nurse | Immediate Start

Access opportunities for learning and development

Choose when you work

Earn exceptional pay rates and penalty rates

About Workforce Extensions:

Workforce Extensions is Australia's leading locally owned and operated labour hire network. Established in 1997, our organisation has expanded to more than 25 offices across Australia. Workforce Extensions specialises in providing locally sourced, highly skilled health and aged care staff to leading healthcare organisations in either casual or permanent working arrangements.

As an RN with Workforce Extensions, you will become a valued part of a dedicated and passionate team who believe in providing quality care to health facilities across Australia.

About the role:

Join our valued and highly rewarded team of agency nurses and care staff, providing exceptional clinical care across leading aged care and healthcare facilities throughout Far North Queensland.

RNs who join our team will be expected to:

• Make a difference to residents in providing exemplary clinical support
• Work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams to assess and meet the physical, psychological and emotional needs of residents in accordance with the values and standards practiced within our valued client's facility settings
• Practice in accordance with the Aged Care Quality Standards and organisational policies and procedures.
• Willingly learn and interact with new IT systems
• Maintain accurate documentation and adhere to facility, legislative, and accreditation requirements relating to assessments, reporting, and care planning.

Successful applicants will possess the following:

• Demonstrate a willingness to provide exceptional person-centred care and support to residents
• Knowledge of Aged Care Accreditation Standards and Outcomes
• Value teamwork and collaboration
• Exhibit a passion for making a difference in the lives of residents
• Aged care experience (highly regarded)
• Minimum 12 months post-registration clinical experience in aged care, acute care, or community settings preferred.
• Current National Police Check
• Current AHPRA Registration
• Superior written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to remain calm under pressure
• A positive can-do attitude and the ability to work collaboratively within a team environment.

Culture Statement:

Workforce Extensions values and includes all our team members. Given our commitment to providing exceptional care to the wider community, we pride ourselves on respecting the diversity and experiences of the individuals that comprise our interconnected workforce. We encourage people of all backgrounds, cultures, ethnicities, gender expressions, religions, and abilities to apply for this role. People enjoy working in our team as we promote the advancement and engagement of a diverse workforce, celebrating the individuality of each of our staff members and residents alike with a genuine appreciation for the communities we serve.

In return you will receive:

• Support from our talented clinical team as you develop your skills and learning
• Opportunities to determine your own career path with one of our valued clients transitioning from a casual to permanent role
• Development of your learning and skills with exposure to a variety of facilities, tasks, and care plans
• Exciting travel opportunities
• A work/life balance with our flexible hours to choose from
• Competitive hourly rates, including applicable penalties and allowances

For more information about us please refer to our website: www.workext.com.au/fnq-health