Permanent Part-Time Enrolled Nurse

About the role

Respect, the largest provider of aged care services in regional Australia, is recruiting a Permanent Part-Time Enrolled Nurse for its 138-bed residential aged care home, Killean in Inverell, NSW. The nurse works alongside Registered Nurses and care staff to deliver safe, high-quality, person-centred care to older Australians.

Key responsibilities

• Work with Registered Nurses and care staff to support clinical outcomes and monitor resident wellbeing
• Conduct admission and ongoing assessments with residents and families to identify care needs and support individualised care planning
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of care delivery and resident outcomes
• Administer medications safely, ensuring correct handling, storage and record keeping
• Monitor residents' health, report changes promptly to Registered Nurses and support the care team
• Take part in team handovers, care planning discussions and initiatives that promote a safe, respectful environment

Required profile

• Diploma of Nursing and current AHPRA registration as an Enrolled Nurse
• Minimum of 2 years of post-graduate clinical experience, preferably in aged care
• Current National Police Certificate and NDIS Workers Screening Clearance (or ability to obtain), required immunisations, and a flexible approach to shift work

Required skills

• Strong clinical skills and sound judgement, able to monitor, assess and respond to changes in residents' health
• Knowledge of residential care practices, care planning, clinical documentation and the Commonwealth Aged Care Funding Instrument
• Understanding of aged care accreditation processes
• Excellent communication, teamwork and interpersonal skills

What we offer

• Salary packaging of up to $15,900 per year for living expenses, bills, rent, mortgage and groceries, plus $2,650 for meals out or holiday accommodation
• Training and development pathways and supportive, onsite leaders
• A friendly workplace and the chance to build a long-term career in aged care