Geriatric Care RN – Full-Time Aged Care

Radius Care; Palmerston North; On-site; NZD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff App access + Uniform

Competitive rates + weekend & night-sh

Weekend & night shift allowances

Ongoing training and development

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

Radius Care in Palmerston North is seeking a Registered Nurse for a fixed-term position from 2 November 2026 to 11 October 2027. The role is full-time (30 hours per week) on a rotating roster, may include weekends and public holidays.

You will gain experience in person-centred care, complete patient assessments and care plans, and monitor residents’ conditions. Responsibilities include administering medicines, wound management, and supporting families.

Qualifications

• Current New Zealand Annual Practicing Certificate is required.
• Computer literacy with concise reporting skills is expected.
• Strong people skills and empathy for residents and families are essential.
• Flexibility to work rostered shifts, including weekends and public holidays.

Responsibilities

• Complete patient assessments and care plans.
• Provide exceptional care and monitor residents’ conditions and outcomes.
• Administer medicines and assist residents with daily activities.
• Maintain accurate, up-to-date records and documents.
• Educate and support residents’ families about care plans and medicine side-effects.

Skills

NZ Annual Practising Certificate

Computer literacy

Empathy for residents and families

Roster flexibility

Tools

Reporting software

Job description

Radius Care in Palmerston North is seeking a Registered Nurse for a fixed-term position from 2 November 2026 to 11 October 2027. The role is full-time (30 hours per week) on a rotating roster, may include weekends and public holidays.

You will gain experience in person-centred care, complete patient assessments and care plans, and monitor residents’ conditions. Responsibilities include administering medicines, wound management, and supporting families.