Registered Nurse – Home Care (Complex & Acute)

Calvarycare; Port Augusta; On-site; AUD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous salary packaging

Ongoing professional development

Supportive team environment

AM/PM shifts

Full-time / Part-time options

Ongoing education/Training

Job summary

Calvary Home Care in Port Augusta is seeking a Registered Nurse to deliver high-acuity care across short and long-term programs within the community. You will work independently and as part of a team, with AM/PM shifts and opportunities for ongoing education.

The role requires an AHPRA registration, a valid driver’s licence, and willingness to obtain checks. Experience in acute care and familiarity with home care packages are advantageous.

Qualifications

• Current AHPRA Nursing Registration.
• Willing to obtain appropriate checks – NDS and Police Clearance.
• Use of own car – KM allowance provided.
• Full driver’s licence.
• CPR and Manual handling.
• Minimum 1 year acute experience.
• Understanding of community nursing/homes care packages will be favourably considered.

Responsibilities

• Administration of IV, IM, SC and PO medications.
• IV Cannulation.
• Provide complex wound care.
• Accurate documentation in client records.
• Communication within clinical team to ensure care is provided.
• Complete initial assessments and develop care plans.
• Monitor and update care plans to ensure appropriate care.
• Deliver education to clients and families to enable best outcomes.
• Recognise and respond to clinical deterioration with escalation.

Skills

AHPRA Nursing Registration

Willing to obtain checks

Car ownership

Full driver’s licence

CPR

Manual handling

1 year acute experience

Community nursing knowledge

Job description

Calvary Home Care in Port Augusta is seeking a Registered Nurse to deliver high-acuity care across short and long-term programs within the community. You will work independently and as part of a team, with AM/PM shifts and opportunities for ongoing education.

The role requires an AHPRA registration, a valid driver’s licence, and willingness to obtain checks. Experience in acute care and familiarity with home care packages are advantageous.