Registered Nurse - Birkdale

MiCare; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 52,000 - 66,000; Part time

Job summary

MiCare is seeking a Registered Nurse to deliver high‑quality, person‑centred care in our aged care and community services. You will coordinate the full cycle of clinical care, including assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation, while supporting staff through mentorship and training programs.

Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor of Nursing Division 1 and current AHPRA registration, with postgraduate qualifications in related fields being advantageous.

Qualifications

• Bachelors in Nursing required or equivalent.
• Current AHPRA registration required.
• Postgraduate qualification relevant to aged care desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality, resident-centered nursing care.
• Coordinate full cycle of clinical care including assessment, care planning, implementation and evaluation.
• Lead and mentor staff within the facility and trainee programs.
• Collaborate with General Manager Residential Services, Facility Manager and Care Managers.
• Ensure elder's physical health is maintained and families are informed.
• Adhere to Health and Safety legislation, policies, and procedures.
• Participate in accreditation, OH&S and Infection Control programs.

Skills

Clinical skills

Mentoring of staff

Dementia care

Pain management & palliative care

Education

Bachelor of Nursing Division 1

AHPRA practicing certificate

Postgraduate qualification relevant to role

Job description

Make a lasting impact in a values-driven organisation supporting diverse communities

Flexible AM,PM and Night Duty shifts available, offering both part-time and casual employment option

Why MiCare?

• Save on tax with generous salary packaging benefits— novated leasing, general living expenses, meal entertainment, holiday accommodation and venue hire.
• Enjoy exclusive perks via our employee wellness portal — access to amazing discounts on everyday items.
• Be part of a multicultural, values-led teammaking a real difference in the community.
• Grow with us— access professional development in a supportive, collaborative environment.

MiCare is a not-for-profit organisation that exists to enable people from diverse backgrounds to lead dignified and meaningful lives. We offer aged care, home care, retirement living and migrant support services, with a strong focus on culturally appropriate care and community connection.

With teams located across Victoria and Queensland, we embrace diversity in both our workforce and the communities we support. At MiCare, you'll join a compassionate, dedicated group of people working to deliver real impact every day.

The Role

The Registered Nurse ensures the delivery of high-quality, person-centred nursing care to all residents by coordinating the full cycle of clinical care, including comprehensive assessment, care planning, implementation, and evaluation. This involves adopting a holistic approach that recognises each resident’s physical, emotional, social, and cultural needs. Care is delivered in accordance with established clinical guidelines, organisational policies, and the Aged Care Quality Standards and legislative framework, ensuring safety, dignity, and optimal wellbeing for every resident.

Key Result Areas

• Incident / accident-free work environment
• Resident satisfaction in relation to care delivered
• High quality of care delivered as per the Care Plan
• Leadership and people management
• Quality risk management
• Business outcomes

Responsibilities

• Quality care as per the care plan and legal requirements.
• To provide a service that meets the needs of Residents and the organisation
• To deliver care, which is appropriate, of a high standard within established guidelines and procedures.
• To maintain a high level of clinical expertise and act as a resource for all staff of the facility including training of staff involved in the trainee program.
• To assist and work collaboratively with the General Manager Residential Services, the Facility Manager, Care Managers, Clinical Care Coordinators and Universal workers.
• Ensuring that elder's physical health is maintained at the highest possible
  level
• Ensure that families are fully informed about their relative's care
• Manage and direct the care in day-to-day activities for the Residents
• Adhere to Health and Safety legislation, Policy and Procedures
• Maintaining appropriate documentation
• Medication management and administration
• Provide leadership in accordance to the Eden philosophy of care
• To participate in the accreditation, OH&S and Infection Control programs within the Unit with a focus on customers' needs.

What We're Looking For

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Nursing Division 1
• Current practicing certificate with Australian Health Practitioner Registration Agency (AHPRA)
• Post graduate qualification relevant to the role and function of this position

Experience

• Broad clinical background as a Registered Nurse in a Community or Residential Aged Care setting highly regarded
• Experience working with persons living with dementia, pain management and palliative care highly regarded
• Broad experience working within WH&S, Quality and Environmental legislative frameworks
• Demonstrated understanding of the Aged Care legislative framework, Aged Care Quality Standards with Aged Care sector and Residential Care experience preferred

Esential skills

• Clinical skills
• Mentoring of staff
• Experience working with persons living with dementia preferred
• Experience in pain management, palliative care desirable

Applicants must have full working rights in Australia. The successful applicant will be required to complete all pre-employment checks, including a National Police Check

Applications close 5.00pm, 6 November 2026

MiCare is managing this recruitment independently and is not engaging agency support at this stage.