Registered Nurse/Endorsed Enrolled Nurse : Carrum Downs, Frankston & Wangaratta

Meracare; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Part time

Job summary

Meracare is seeking compassionate Registered Nurses and Endorsed Enrolled Nurses to join our aged care homes in Victoria, including Wangaratta, Carrum Downs and Frankston. Casual and Permanent Part-Time opportunities are available across morning, afternoon and night shifts.

As a valued member of our clinical team, you will deliver person-centred care, participate in assessments and care planning, and work closely with residents, families and the multidisciplinary team to support dignity,

Qualifications

• Current registration with AHPRA as a Registered Nurse or Endorsed Enrolled Nurse (RN/EEN).
• Passion for aged care and improving residents' quality of life.
• Strong clinical assessment, communication, organisation and problem-solving skills.
• Solid understanding of Aged Care Quality Standards, residents' rights and contemporary aged care practices.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Experience in aged care desirable (≥1 year).
• Available for AM, PM and night shifts; roster and leave coverage flexibility.
• Full Australian working rights.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality clinical care in line with professional standards, policies and procedures.
• Conduct resident assessments and contribute to care planning, implementation and evaluation.
• Monitor residents' health and escalate concerns when needed.
• Collaborate with residents, families and the multidisciplinary team to achieve positive care outcomes.
• Manage competing priorities while maintaining high standards of clinical practice.
• Support residents' rights, dignity, choice and independence as per policy.

Skills

AHPRA registration

Nursing care

Clinical assessment

Teamwork

Education

Nursing qualification (RN/EEN)

Job description

Registered Nurse/Endorsed Enrolled Nurse : Carrum Downs, Frankston & Wangaratta

Registered Nurse / Endorsed Enrolled Nurse

Casual and Permanent Part-Time (PPT) Opportunities | AM, PM and Night Duty Shifts

Join the Meracare team and make a meaningful difference in the lives of our residents.

Meracare Aged Care is seeking compassionate, skilled and motivated Registered Nurses (RNs) and Endorsed Enrolled Nurses (EENs) to join our teams across our family-owned aged care homes in Wangaratta, Carrum Downs and Frankston Victoria.

At Meracare, we are committed to providing high-quality, person-centred care that promotes dignity, independence, wellbeing and quality of life. Our teams work collaboratively to deliver compassionate care informed by current best practice and the individual needs of each resident.

We have casual and permanent part-time opportunities available across a variety of morning (AM), afternoon (PM) and night duty (ND) shifts.

About the Role

As a valued member of our clinical team, you will contribute to the delivery of safe, competent, and person-centred care by:

Providing high-quality clinical care in accordance with professional standards, policies and procedures.

Conducting resident assessments and contributing to care planning, implementation and evaluation.

Monitoring residents' health and wellbeing, recognising changes in clinical condition and escalating concerns appropriately.

Working collaboratively with residents, families and the multidisciplinary team to achieve positive care outcomes.

Managing competing priorities effectively while maintaining high standards of clinical practice.

Supporting residents' rights, dignity, choice, and independence in accordance with the Aged Care Act 2024 and Aged Care Quality Standards.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate:

Current registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) as a Registered Nurse or Endorsed Enrolled Nurse, as applicable.

A genuine passion for aged care and a commitment to improving residents' quality of life.

Strong clinical assessment, communication, organisation, and problem-solving skills.

A sound understanding of the Aged Care Quality Standards, residents' rights and contemporary aged care practices.

The ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Previous experience in an aged care setting, with at least one year desirable.

Availability to work a variety of AM, PM and night duty shifts, including regular availability to assist with roster and leave coverage.

Full Australian working rights.

Pre-Employment Requirements

Successful applicants must provide the following documentation and evidence as applicable to the role and current requirements:

A current, satisfactory National Police Check.

A valid NDIS Worker Screening clearance.

Completion certificate for the NDIS Worker Orientation Module.

Evidence of influenza vaccination in accordance with applicable requirements and Meracare policy.

Why Join Meracare?

At Meracare, you will be part of a supportive, family-owned organisation that values its residents, its people and the important contribution our clinical teams make every day.

If you are passionate about delivering exceptional aged care and want to make a genuine difference, we would love to hear from you.

At Meracare Aged Care, we value and respect the diversity that makes each individual unique. As a consumer-focused, values-based organisation, we are committed to creating a safe, inclusive and culturally respectful environment for our staff, volunteers, consumers and the wider community. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, cultures, abilities, genders, sexual orientations and life experiences, and we are dedicated to providing care that respects the identity, dignity and individuality of older people.

Join Us

If you are a motivated and an experienced aged care professional with a passion for enhancing wellbeing in aged care, we would love to hear from you.