Registered Nurse - Aged Care

About the role

IRT Sarah Claydon is looking for a compassionate and experienced Registered Nurse to deliver high-quality, person-centred clinical care to its residents. The role is based in the Shoalhaven region and is available as either a full-time or permanent part-time position, with arrangements worked out to suit the applicant's availability.

Key responsibilities

• Deliver safe, high-quality, person-centred nursing care to residents
• Assess residents' clinical needs and develop, implement and review individualised care plans
• Coordinate and take part in multidisciplinary case conferences
• Complete admission, routine and ongoing clinical assessments
• Administer medications, treatments and wound care in line with best practice and legislative requirements
• Monitor residents' health, identify changes in condition and document care accurately
• Lead infection prevention and control practices, including outbreak management
• Support, mentor and supervise care staff
• Foster positive relationships with residents, families and the wider care team

Required profile

• Bachelor of Nursing and current AHPRA registration
• Experience working as a registered nurse in an aged care centre environment
• Knowledge of clinical issues of ageing, including dementia-related disorders and management of challenging behaviours
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Empathy and a passion for supporting older Australians

What we offer

• Sign-on bonus of $6,000 for full-time roles (38 hours) and $4,000 for part-time roles (24 hours plus) to join IRT in the Shoalhaven region
• Hourly base rate between $46.60 and $59.21, plus shift penalties depending on experience
• Not-for-profit salary packaging, which reduces taxable income
• Flexible working conditions and appreciation leave (two days off)
• Professional and career development opportunities and multiple career pathways
• Discounted gym memberships, free counselling through an Employee Assistance Program and a staff wellness program

To apply, use the Apply Now button on the listing or the IRT careers page; applications and resumes cannot be sent by email. Successful applicants complete pre-employment checks, including references, a functional assessment and a National Criminal History Check.