Community Registered Nurse – Part time

A bit about you

You are a passionate and experienced Registered Nurse who enjoys working autonomously while being part of a collaborative and supportive team. You are confident using your clinical judgement, identifying risks and escalating concerns to ensure our clients receive safe, high-quality care.

You thrive in a role that combines hands-on clinical care with clinical governance, including documentation, risk management and working closely with care managers and other Registered Nurses. You are proactive, organised and technology-savvy, with the ability to identify opportunities to improve care outcomes for older Australians living at home.

You are motivated by making a real difference in people’s lives and supporting clients to remain living independently in their homes with dignity, safety and quality care.

Key responsibilities

• Undertake comprehensive clinical assessments and reviews in collaboration with clients and their support networks
• Provide a range of in-home clinical services including wound care, medication management, diabetes monitoring and education
• Develop, review and update clinical documentation and care plans in line with best practice and compliance requirements
• Identify, assess and escalate clinical risks, incidents and changes in client condition
• Manage clinical incidents and ensure appropriate documentation, follow up and reporting
• Conduct regular clinical reviews and audits to ensure quality and safety of care delivery
• Liaise with GPs, pharmacists, allied health professionals and other health providers to coordinate care
• Work collaboratively with care managers and other Registered Nurses to support complex clients
• Delegate and guide care staff appropriately based on clinical needs
• Support falls prevention, risk mitigation and client safety planning
• Provide palliative care support and guidance to clients and families when required
• Travel to Clients living in the community (Travel payment)
• Provide coverage for another Registered Nurse’s clinical visits during periods of leave

Key selection criteria

• Registered Nurse (Division 1) with AHPRA registration
• Demonstrated clinical experience in aged care, community nursing or home care
• Strong clinical assessment skills and ability to identify and manage risk
• Experience with clinical documentation, incident management and care plan reviews
• Ability to work autonomously, use initiative and prioritise competing demands
• Strong communication and collaboration skills with multidisciplinary teams
• High level of organisation and time management
• Technology-savvy with confidence using clinical systems and documentation platforms
• Compassionate, professional and committed to supporting older Australians

Requirements

• Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse (RN Div 1)
• Experience in aged care, community care, disability or related sector
• Current driver’s licence, reliable vehicle and comprehensive car insurance
• Willingness to travel to client homes
• Current Federal Police Check (or willingness to obtain)

What we offer

• Competitive salary
• Supportive and collaborative team environment
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression
• Flexible working arrangements
• Day off for your birthday!
• YOLO day off of your choice!

This is a unique opportunity to work in a diverse and rewarding role where you can genuinely make a difference in the lives of older Australians. If this sounds like the right fit for you, we would love to hear from you.