Registered Nurse - Maternity Leave Cover

MannaCare; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

NFP salary packaging

Novated leasing options

Meals and Entertainment Card

Mentoring and professional development

On site free parking

Free uniforms

Long-term career development

Job summary

MannaCare invites applications for a Registered Nurse to cover maternity leave across two aged care facilities in Manningham. The role emphasizes leadership, communication with residents and families, and collaboration with Clinical Care Managers and After-Hours Coordinators to sustain high-quality care.

The successful candidate will bring dementia care experience, care plan review skills, and a strong knowledge of aged care standards, to support the team during the assignment period through

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years' experience in residential aged care or a healthcare environment.
• Experience providing care for people with dementia.
• Current NDIS check.
• Strong knowledge of SIRS and Aged Care Quality Standards.
• Ability to complete care plan reviews with residents and families.
• Experience in supervising and supporting team members.

Responsibilities

• Support residents, families and the care team across two facilities.
• Perform care plan reviews and assessments with residents and families.
• Provide supervision and guidance to care staff.
• Manage clinical assessments and after-hours client management.
• Uphold SIRS and Aged Care Quality Standards.

Skills

AHPRA registration

Supervision

Dementia care

Wound care

Clinical assessments

NDIS check

AN-ACC knowledge

Care plan reviews

Education

Nursing qualifications & AHPRA registration

Job description

Registered Nurse - Maternity Leave Cover

We are a highly regarded not-for-profit, values-based organisation, offering residential, community and in‑home aged care for over 30 years, to older people living in and around the city of Manningham.

We currently have a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Registered Nurse to join our team and work across both of our homes (90‑bed and 60‑bed facilities).

This position requires a strong leader with excellent communication skills to support residents, families, and the care team. You will have experience in care plan reviews, dementia care, and restrictive practices. You will also have the support of Clinical Care Managers, After‑Hours Coordinators, and lifestyle assistance in the evenings.

You will have the availability to work the below roster until June 2027:

Week 1

• Monday 0700 - 1515
• Tuesday 1500 - 2145
• Thursday 1500 - 2145
• Friday 1500 - 2145

Week 2

• Monday 0700 - 1515
• Thursday 1500 - 2145
• Friday 1500 - 2145

We are a highly regarded not-for-profit, values-based organisation, offering residential, community and in‑home aged care for over 30 years, to older people living in and around the city of Manningham.

We currently have a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Registered Nurse to join our team and work across both of our homes (90‑bed and 60‑bed facilities).

This position requires a strong leader with excellent communication skills to support residents, families, and the care team. You will have experience in care plan reviews, dementia care, and restrictive practices. You will also have the support of Clinical Care Managers, After‑Hours Coordinators, and lifestyle assistance in the evenings.

You will have the availability to work the below roster until June 2027:

Week 1

• Monday 0700 - 1515
• Tuesday 1500 - 2145
• Wednesday 1500 - 2145
• Thursday 1500 - 2145
• Friday 1500 - 2145

Week 2

• Monday 0700 - 1515
• Wednesday 1500 - 2145
• Thursday 1500 - 2145
• Friday 1500 - 2145

About You

• Relevant nursing qualifications & AHPRA registration
• Minimum of 3 years' experience in residential aged care or a healthcare environment.
• Experience providing care for people with Dementia
• Skilled in wound care, palliative care, behaviour management, assessments, and care plans
• Ability to complete care plan reviews with residents and families
• Experience in clinical assessments and after‑hours client management
• Strong knowledge of SIRS and Aged Care Quality Standards
• Ability to supervise and support team members
• Current NDIS check
• Passion for working with the elderly
• Understanding of AN-ACC

In Return We Offer

• Competitive rates with NFP salary packaging (up to $15,900 per year)
• Novated leasing options
• Meals and Entertainment Card (up to $2,650 per annum)
• Ongoing mentoring and professional development
• On site free parking
• Free Uniforms
• Long‑term career development opportunities