Registered Nurse -Fixed Term Maternity Leave Coverage

Opal HealthCare; Gosford; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Maternity Leave coverage Oct 2026–Feb

Night Duty roster

Competitive hourly rates

12% superannuation

Paid parental leave

Scholarships up to $15,000

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

Opal HealthCare is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse for fixed-term maternity leave coverage at Killarney Vale Care Community, NSW, working night shifts from October 2026 to February 2027. You will provide clinical leadership and person-centred care to residents, collaborating with families and healthcare professionals.

You will deliver safe care, complete assessments, medication administration and documentation, while mentoring team members and contributing to quality initiatives in a

Qualifications

• Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse.
• Willingness to complete pre-employment medical and NDIS Worker Screening Check.
• Ability to work night shifts and deliver person-centred care.

Responsibilities

• Deliver safe, person-centred clinical care.
• Complete resident assessments, care plans and clinical documentation.
• Administer medications and monitor health outcomes.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, residents and families.
• Support and mentor care team members to deliver high-quality care.
• Contribute to continuous improvement and quality care initiatives.

Skills

Nursing

Teamwork

Communication

Night shift

Education

Bachelor of Nursing

Job description

Registered Nurse -Fixed Term Maternity Leave Coverage

"At Opal HealthCare, we know that companies don’t succeed, people do."
Our purpose is to bring joy to those we care for and our values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect and Excellence reflect that CARE is at the heart of everything we do. Opal HealthCare is one of Australia’s leading private aged care providers, with over 149 Care Communities, caring for more than 14,000 residents and supporting over 23,000 team members nationwide.

About the Role

We're seeking an experienced and compassionate Registered Nurse to join our team on a fixed-term maternity leave contract, working night shifts at Killarney Vale Care Community from October 2026 to February 2027.

As a Registered Nurse, you'll provide clinical leadership and exceptional care to residents while working collaboratively with care teams, families, and healthcare professionals. This role offers autonomy and responsibility on night duty while ensuring residents receive safe, person-centred care.

What You'll Do

• Deliver safe, effective and person-centred clinical care
• Complete resident assessments, care planning and clinical documentation
• Administer medications and monitor resident health outcomes
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, residents and families
• Support and mentor care team members to deliver exceptional care
• Contribute to continuous improvement and quality care initiatives

Benefits & Rewards

• Maternity Leave coverage from October 2026 to Feb 2027
• Night Duty roster
• Competitive hourly rates plus penalty rates and 12% superannuation
• Paid parental leave and flexible public holiday options
• Ongoing learning and development through the Opal HealthCare Academy
• Scholarships of up to $15,000 for further study
• State and national career progression opportunities
• Team Member discounts, wellbeing programs and recognition initiatives
• $5,000 referral bonus for eligible referrals
• Industry-leading systems, technology and innovation

What You’ll Bring

• Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse
• A passion for delivering high-quality, person-centred care
• Strong teamwork and communication skills
• Willingness to complete:
• Pre-employment medical
• NDIS Worker Screening Check

Make a Meaningful Move

Join a team that truly valuesyour skills, supports your growth, and puts care first.