Registered Nurse RC

Harbourside Port Stephens; Newcastle; Hybrid; AUD 60,000 - 85,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Temporary relocation accommodation

Competitive salary and benefits

Job summary

Harbourside Port Stephens in NSW is seeking a part-time or casual Registered Nurse to deliver personalised care to residents, lead a team of Enrolled Nurses and Personal Care Assistants, and uphold clinical standards.

You will monitor residents, administer medications, document thoroughly, and participate in quality activities. Eligibility includes AHPRA RN registration, CPR, CPD, and prior aged care supervision.

Qualifications

• Current AHPRA RN Registration, Annual CPR certification, and ongoing CPD commitment.
• Experience in aged care or similar healthcare setting with supervising clinical staff.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of Strengthened Aged Care legislation and care planning is desirable.
• Dedicated to improving residents' lives every day.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality, timely, and culturally appropriate nursing care based on individual care plans.
• Monitor and report changes in residents' health status to the Clinical Care Coordinator.
• Lead by example in health and safety practices and supervise a team, offering support and mentoring to nursing staff.
• Undertake clinical decision-making and interventions to enhance residents' health outcomes.
• Administer medications safely and in accordance with clinical standards.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver holistic care.
• Participate in quality activities to continually improve clinical practices.
• Ensure accurate and thorough clinical documentation

Skills

Leadership

Critical thinking

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

AHPRA RN Registration

CPR certification

CPD commitment

Job description

Location: Shoal Bay, Newcastle, Maitland & Hunter NSW

Job Category: Healthcare & Medical

Why work for us?

For more than 40 years, Harbourside has been a trusted, community-driven provider of aged care in Port Stephens. We focus on the individual needs and quality of life of our residents. Our roots in community care continue to shape our compassionate culture and commitment to supporting local seniors with dignity and respect.

About the company

Harbourside Port Stephens is set alongside the crystal blue waters of Port Stephens. As a not-for-profit aged care provider, employees can access up to $18,500 tax-free per year as part of the salary package, helping to maximise your take-home pay.

Job Description

About the Role:

As a Registered Nurse, you will deliver exceptional, personalised care to our residents, ensuring their health and well-being needs are met with professionalism and empathy. You will lead and support a team of Enrolled Nurses and Personal Care Assistants, guiding them in providing safe and effective care. We are looking for part-time or casual registered nurses. Ideally available for some shifts in the evening.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide high-quality, timely, and culturally appropriate nursing care based on individual care plans.
• Monitor and report changes in residents' health status to the Clinical Care Coordinator.
• Lead by example in health and safety practices and supervise a team, offering support and mentoring to nursing staff.
• Undertake clinical decision-making and interventions to enhance residents' health outcomes.
• Administer medications safely and in accordance with clinical standards.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver holistic care.
• Participate in quality activities to continually improve clinical practices.
• Ensure accurate and thorough clinical documentation

Desired Skills and Experience

About You:

• Qualifications:Current AHPRA RN Registration, Annual CPR certification, and ongoing CPD commitment.
• Experience:Previous experience in aged care or a similar healthcare setting preferred, including supervising clinical staff.
• Skills:Strong leadership, critical thinking, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Desirable:Knowledge of Strengthened Aged Care legislation and care planning.
• Dedicatedto improving the lives of our residents every day.

Why Join Us?

• Be part of an organisation committed to making a difference in the community.
• Work in a supportive and dynamic environment with opportunities for professional growth.
• Competitive salary and benefits.
• Temporary relocation accommodation available

If you are successful during the recruitment process, you will be required to undergo pre-employment screening that includes a current NDIS worker screening check, National Police Check and a pre-employment functional assessment.

We're committed to creating a welcoming, inclusive and respectful workplace where everyone feels valued and supported to thrive - residents, clients and employees alike. We celebrate diversity and want our team to reflect the residents and communities we serve. As an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and those from diverse cultural, gender and lived experiences.