REGISTERED NURSE - RESIDENTIAL AGED CARE

McLean Care; Guyra; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

McLean Care in Guyra, New South Wales, is seeking a compassionate Registered Nurse to join our residential aged care team. You will deliver safe, contemporary nursing care to residents in line with AHPRA requirements and aged care standards, within a supportive multidisciplinary environment.

Casual shifts (Morning, Afternoon, Overnight) provide flexible scheduling as you assess residents, plan care, administer medications, document care, support families, and contribute to quality and compliance

Qualifications

• Current registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
• Experience and/or knowledge of residential aged care.
• Strong clinical assessment, medication management and documentation skills.
• Understanding of aged care accreditation and compliance requirements.
• Knowledge of government standards and requirements relating to the delivery of aged care.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• A current National Police Certificate, or the ability to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Complete comprehensive assessments and gather relevant health and care information from residents and/or their families.
• Participate in resident admissions, ongoing assessments and care planning.
• Develop, implement and regularly review resident care plans.
• Maintain accurate, timely and high-quality clinical documentation that reflects the care provided.
• Provide direct clinical care to residents as required.
• Administer medications safely and take responsibility for correct medication ordering, storage and documentation in line with organisational policies and procedures.
• Monitor residents' health and wellbeing and respond appropriately to changes in clinical condition.
• Work collaboratively with residents, families, carers, GPs and the broader care team to achieve positive health outcomes.
• Promote a safe, respectful and person-centred environment for all residents.
• Contribute to continuous improvement, quality and compliance activities within the home.
• Support and mentor care staff as required, providing guidance around residents' clinical needs.

Skills

AHPRA registration

Residential aged care experience

Clinical assessment

Medication management

Documentation

Aged care accreditation knowledge

Government standards knowledge

Communication

Team collaboration

Police clearance

Job description

REGISTERED NURSE | RESIDENTIAL AGED CARE

Lead with purpose! Make a difference! Be part of something bigger!

Following Respect’s acquisition of McLean Care, our organisation is entering an exciting new chapter, bringing together people, expertise and communities with a shared commitment to delivering exceptional care for older Australians.

At Respect, we believe aged care is more than providing support - it’s about creating places where people feel safe, valued, connected and truly at home. As the largest provider of aged care services in Regional Australia, Respect is a growing, values-led not-for-profit organisation with an exciting future ahead.

This is your opportunity to join that journey.

The Opportunity

Contract: Casual

Pay: Competitive hourly rate + applicable penalties + superannuation

Location: Guyra, New South Wales

Shifts: Morning | Afternoon | Overnight

Why You’ll Love Working with Us

This is a rewarding opportunity to work in a welcoming residential aged care environment where your clinical skills, compassion and commitment to quality care will make a genuine difference to the lives of our residents.

About the Role

As a Registered Nurse at Kolora in Guyra, New South Wales, you will provide safe, competent and contemporary clinical nursing care to our residents, working within your scope of practice and in accordance with AHPRA requirements and relevant aged care standards.

You will work closely with the Care Manager, General Manager and wider care team to ensure residents receive high-quality, person-centred care that supports their health, wellbeing and quality of life.

Key Responsibilities

• Complete comprehensive assessments and gather relevant health and care information from residents and/or their families.
• Participate in resident admissions, ongoing assessments and care planning.
• Develop, implement and regularly review resident care plans.
• Maintain accurate, timely and high-quality clinical documentation that reflects the care provided.
• Provide direct clinical care to residents as required.
• Administer medications safely and take responsibility for correct medication ordering, storage and documentation in line with organisational policies and procedures.
• Monitor residents' health and wellbeing and respond appropriately to changes in clinical condition.
• Work collaboratively with residents, families, carers, GPs and the broader care team to achieve positive health outcomes.
• Promote a safe, respectful and person-centred environment for all residents.
• Contribute to continuous improvement, quality and compliance activities within the home.
• Support and mentor care staff as required, providing guidance around residents' clinical needs.

About You

We are looking for a compassionate and capable Registered Nurse who is committed to delivering high-quality care and enjoys working as part of a supportive team.

You will ideally have:

• Current registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
• Experience and/or knowledge of residential aged care.
• Strong clinical assessment, medication management and documentation skills.
• An understanding of aged care accreditation and compliance requirements.
• Knowledge of government standards and requirements relating to the delivery of aged care.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• A current National Police Certificate, or the ability to obtain one.
• A genuine passion for supporting older people to live with dignity, choice and respect.

To be considered for employment with Respect, candidates must meet the legislative requirements of Aged Care Worker Screening and demonstrate their suitability to work in the aged care industry.

What We Offer

At Respect, we value our people and support them to build rewarding and long-term careers.

As a not-for-profit organisation, you can take advantage of salary packaging benefits (where applicable) including:

• Salary packaging of up to $15,900 per year for everyday living expenses such as bills, rent, mortgage and groceries.
• An additional $2,650 meal and entertainment benefit for expenses such as dining out or holiday accommodation.
• Training and professional development opportunities.
  Career development pathways within aged care.
• Supportive leaders who are onsite and accessible.
• A friendly, respectful and down-to-earth workplace.
• The opportunity to build a rewarding career with a purpose-driven organisation.