Registered Nurse - Level 1

Arcare Aged Care; Gisborne; On-site; AUD 47,000 - 67,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Above Award Rates

5 weeks Annual Leave per year

Supportive leadership and a positive工作

Job security in a growing organisation

State-of-the-art facilities and a nice

Employee Assistance Program

Reward & Recognition programs

Job summary

Arcare Aged Care in Gisborne, VIC, seeks an entry-level Registered Nurse for a 12-month fixed-term contract. You will provide person-centred nursing care, undertake health assessments, monitor residents’ conditions, and coordinate care plans with the team.

The role requires current AHPRA registration, adherence to standards, and a collaborative, compassionate approach. Shifts include Wednesday/Thursday/Friday AM, with 45 hours per fortnight and applicable penalties.

Qualifications

• Current AHPRA Registration is essential.
• Knowledge of Aged Care Accreditation Standards.
• Adaptable, eager to learn with strong teamwork and communication.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality nursing care, including health assessments and medication management.
• Monitor vital signs and manage wounds and pain as part of care.
• Develop and implement individualised care plans for residents.
• Maintain accurate clinical records and document changes using eCase.
• Respond to medical emergencies and provide end-of-life care when needed.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Clinical nursing knowledge

Education

Registered Nurse qualification / RN

Job description

$41.26 p/h + Super + Shift Penalties (where applicable)

Entry Level Nursing Opportunity, 12 month Fixed Term Contract

45 hrs per Fortnight Wednesday, Thursday, Friday AM shift

Why Join Arcare?

• Above Award Rates
• 5 weeks Annual Leave per year
• Supportive leadership and a positive workplace culture
• Job security in a growing organisation
• State-of-the-art facilities and beautiful working environment
• Employee Assistance Program
• Reward & Recognition programs

About the Role

As a Registered Nurse, you will provide high-quality, person-centred nursing care that promotes positive outcomes for residents, while adhering to Arcare’s values, policies, and professional clinical standards.

• Clinical Care: Deliver high-quality nursing care, including health assessments, monitoring vital signs, and medication management

• Wound Management: Assess, treat, and manage wounds while preventing infection
• Care Planning: Develop and implement individualised care plans tailored to residents’ needs
• Assessment & Documentation: Maintain accurate clinical records and document changes using eCase
• Pain Management: Identify and address pain concerns using appropriate strategies
• Emergency Response: Respond effectively to medical emergencies
• End-of-Life Care: Provide compassionate palliative and end-of-life support

What we’re looking for

• Current AHPRA Registration (essential)
• Sound knowledge of Aged Care Accreditation Standards
• Adaptable, passionate, and eager to learn
• Strong teamwork and collaboration skills
• Friendly, professional, and effective communication abilities

About Arcare

As one of Australia’s leading aged care providers, Arcare operates over 60 residences across QLD, NSW, ACT, SA and VIC, supported by more than 10,000 team members. Our focus is simple — building meaningful relationships between residents, families, and staff, with our residents at the heart of everything we do.

Applicants must have Australian Working Rights and hold (or be willing to obtain) a NDIS Worker Screening Check.

Arcare is proud to celebrate diversity and is an equal opportunity employer.