Home Care Registered Nurse

UPA External; Wallsend; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A community-based aged care provider in Wallsend is seeking a compassionate Registered Nurse to provide holistic care to clients. Responsibilities include offering clinical leadership and emotional support, ensuring clients achieve their wellness goals. Ideal candidates will have AHPRA registration, relevant experience, and strong communication skills. Competitive pay, flexible hours, and ongoing support are offered.

Benefits

Competitive pay with salary packaging options

Access to a Wellness Program

Flexible working arrangements

Support for AHPRA registration requirements

Qualifications

• Full unrestricted AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse.
• 2 years post graduate experience.
• Experience in Aged Care preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical leadership and case management to clients.
• Ensure physical, emotional, and spiritual care for clients.
• Support clients in meeting their goals and feeling safe at home.

Skills

Full unrestricted AHPRA registration

2 years post graduate experience

Experience in Aged Care

Excellent communication skills

Clinical critical analysis skills

Team player

Skills in Microsoft Office

Knowledge of Work Health and Safety

Experience with clients with dementia

Education

Registered Nurse qualification

Job description

UPA Aged Care Solutions is a not-for-profit values-based organisation committed to providing high-quality Residential Aged Care Home Care and Retirement Services. We believe every individual has the right to live with dignity, respect and security and we strive to attract and retain top talent who share our philosophy of care.

The opportunity

Are you a compassionate and dedicated individual looking for a role where you can truly make a difference? As a Registered Nurse with UPA you will support our clients to remain independent in their own homes and stay connected to their local community.

UPA Home Care helps older people live independently by providing in‑home services that meet their individual needs whilst promoting wellness, choice and quality of life. We are a not-for-profit provider committed to delivering safe, effective and person-centred care. We take pride in being local and enriching the communities we serve.

We currently have an opportunity to join our Hunter Region team based in Wallsend.

About the role

At UPA our Registered Nurses play a key role in ensuring our clients are cared for physically, emotionally and spiritually, responding to their varied needs with empathy and respect. We are seeking somebody to provide clinical leadership, case management and holistic care to our clients, including caring for their physical and mental wellbeing. A strong emphasis on preventative care measures, a wellness and reablement approach and clinical insights in managing risk will support our clients to achieve their goals and feel safe in their home.

What you will need

• Full unrestricted AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse
• 2 years post graduate experience
• Experience in Aged Care preferred
• Familiar with the Aged Care Act 1997
• Knowledge and demonstrated commitment to Quality and Aged Care Standards
• Familiar with Aged Care Funding
• Affinity and experience working with clients with dementia
• Excellent communication and clinical critical analysis skills
• Team player focused who is highly motivated
• Skills in Microsoft Office
• Knowledge of Work Health and Safety
• A commitment to meet the required National Nursing Accreditation Competency CPD hours of 20 minimum yearly standards.

Why work for us

• Competitive pay with salary packaging options (up to $15,900 living expenses and $2,650 entertainment benefits tax‑free)
• $46.46 - $59.98 per hour base salary. Note the rate you are offered within this salary range is dependent on your skills, qualification and level of experience.
• Access to a Wellness Program and Employee Assistance Program
• Retention bonus for permanent appointments
• Support for AHPRA registration requirements (annual fees covered)
• Platinum membership with the Australian College of Nursing
• Supportive and friendly work environment
• Flexible working arrangements for a great work/life balance
• Ongoing workplace education and support
• Make a real difference to your community!

Pre‑employment screening

The successful applicant must have the right to work in Australia and be willing to complete the following:

• National Criminal History Check
• Pre-Employment Checks
• Vaccination in accordance with UPA's Immunisation and Vaccination Policy

Appointment is subject to satisfactory pre-employment screening and confirmation of the applicant's right to work in Australia.

For more information about the role please contact

To learn more about UPA and explore our current job opportunities visit our website at .

We welcome applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally and linguistically diverse groups, the LGBTQIA community, veterans, refugees and people with disability. If we can make some adjustments to our recruitment / interview process to better enable you to shine please contact the UPA Recruitment Team at .

Key Skills

EMR Systems, Hospital Experience, Acute Care, ICU Experience, Hospice Care, Workers' Compensation Law, Home Care, Nursing, Catheterization, Critical Care Experience, Medication Administration, Tube Feeding

Employment Type: Part‑Time

Experience: years

Vacancy: 1

Hourly Salary: 46 – 59

We welcome applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally and linguistically diverse groups, the LGBTQIA community, veterans, refugees and people with disability.