Registered Nurse - Community Aged Care

Catholic Healthcare; Inner West; On-site; AUD 69,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Km reimbursement ($1.11 per km)

Not-for-profit tax benefits

Fitness Passport discounted gym

Paid parental leave

Long service leave after 5 years

Locations across NSW and QLD

Values-based organisation

Job summary

Catholic Healthcare is seeking a compassionate Community Nurse to support older Australians living at home in Sydney's Inner West. You will deliver holistic nursing care, assessments, wound care and education as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Travel to clients’ homes is required, with four to five days a week available as either part-time or full-time roles. AHPRA registration and at least three years post-graduate experience are essential, with computer literacy and a current driver’s

Qualifications

• Current AHPRA registration following completion of a Bachelor of Nursing or similar.
• Minimum 3 years post graduate nursing experience.
• Experience in clinical assessments – PAS & RUDAS.
• Willingness to apply for a Police Check and NDIS clearance.

Responsibilities

• Providing direct clinical nursing care to clients in their homes in line with best practice nursing procedures.
• Clinical assessments, dressings, medication assessment and catheter changing.
• Develop a holistic nursing care plan in collaboration with client, carer, Care Advisor and Allied health where relevant.
• Provide safe, quality nursing practice to clients with specific needs and/or complex needs (e.g. wound care, palliative care, education and support).
• Liaise with all parties involved in the care of the client to maintain holistic health care and wellbeing.
• Ensure all documentation is accurate and completed in a professional and timely manner.
• Work in a safe manner following all policies and procedures.

Skills

Clinical nursing

Communication skills

IT proficiency (MS Office)

Drivers license

Education

Bachelor of Nursing (RN)

AHPRA registration

Job description

Discover a career where care goes both ways!

• Location - travel to see clients in Sydney's Inner West
• Permanent part time or Full-Time role (Monday to Friday)
• Competitive Pay rate – up to $60.30 per hour (based on experience) + superannuation + km reimbursement
• Up to $18,550 tax free with Not-for-Profit Salary Packaging

Exciting things are happening at Catholic Healthcare! We have been caring for people for more than 30 years and have grown to employ over 6,000 caring employees. Our Mission is to promote the dignity, life and spirituality of older people through connected and inclusive communities. At Catholic Healthcare we prioritise developing meaningful relationships with our clients. We want our clients and families feeling they are seen, heard and known.

Are you a compassionate and skilled nurse with a strong interest in enabling older Australians to remain in their own homes? We’re seeking a committed Community Nurse to join our team and help improve the lives of older adults living independently in the community.

In this rewarding role, you’ll draw on primary health care principles to deliver holistic, person-centred care to older adults experiencing chronic conditions and complex needs. Working as part of a multidisciplinary team, you'll provide early intervention, health education, and recovery-focused support within clients' homes and community settings.

This is a meaningful opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of older people—helping them stay well, stay safe, and stay connected.

About the Role

• Providing direct clinical nursing care to our clients in their homes in line with best practice nursing procedures
• The duties will be varied and will include clinical assessments, dressings, medication assessment and catheter changing
• Develop a holistic nursing care plan in collaboration with client, carer, Care Advisor and Allied health where relevant
• Provide safe, quality nursing practice to clients with specific needs and/or complex needs eg. Wound care, palliative care, education and support
• Liaise with all parties involved the care of the client to maintain holistic health care and wellbeing
• Ensure all documentation is accurate and completed in a professional and timely manner
• Working in a safe manner to protect yourself, your colleagues and clients closely following all policies and procedures

To be successful in this role you’ll need

• A kind heart and genuine passion for providing high quality care to the elderly
• Current AHPRA registration following completion of a Bachelor of Nursing or similar
• Minimum 3 years post graduate nursing experience
• Experience in clinical assessments – PAS & RUDAS
• Strong communication skills and a positive attitude
• Sound computer skills especially Microsoft Office products and ability to pick up new systems
• Drivers license and a reliable vehicle
• Willingness to apply for a Police Check and NDIS clearance

What we can offer you

• Competitive hourly pay rate and kms reimbursed ($1.11 per km)
• Not-for-profit tax benefits so you pay less tax
• Fitness Passport discounted gym benefits
• Paid Parental leave
• Long Service leave after 5 years
• 40+ Locations across NSW and QLD if you choose to move
• A values-based organisation that welcomes applicants from all faiths and backgrounds

We know you have many choices of employer - choose Catholic Healthcare where you can make a positive impact and be well rewarded.