
Registered Nurse
Job Description
Registered Nurse
Churches of Christ, Residential Aged Care – Cardwell, QLD 4849
Casual
About the Role:
We are seeking a Registered Nurse for a casual position, supporting our team with leave coverage at our Rockingham Aged Care Service.
This role is ideal for an experienced RN who is flexible and available to pick up shifts as needed. You will play a key role in maintaining high clinical standards and supporting both residents and care staff.
Key responsibilities include:
Medication administration and clinical documentation
Conducting baseline and focused clinical assessments
Reviewing and updating care plans
Wound care management
Supporting and leading care staff on shift
Liaising with residents, families and staff
Ensuring compliance with aged care standards and policies
About You
Are you somebody who is passionate about delivering quality Aged Care services to the local community?
Essential:
Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse
Minimum of 12 months’ experience working in aged care
Skilled in medication management, wound care, resident assessments and updating care plans
Current First Aid, CPR Certificate, and Police Check (or willingness to obtain)
Comfortable with ad hoc shifts
Lives locally or within reasonable distance
Hold valid Australian Work Rights – Unfortunately we are not currently able to sponsor
Importantly, you will be someone who closely aligns with our organisational values of: Integrity, Compassion, Excellence & Courage.
About Us
We are one of Australia’s largest and most diverse not-for-profit organisations, with a legacy of care and compassion spanning over 140 years. Through our faith-based mission, the church and organisation work together to provide holistic support across family services, community housing, retirement living, home care, and residential aged care. With services across Queensland and Victoria.
Employee Benefits:
As a not-for-profit, employees can salary package up to $18,549 p.a. tax-free — $15,900 on everyday expenses and $2,649 on meals/entertainment, which can significantly increase your take-home pay. To find out what salary sacrificing can mean for you click here.
We offer generous annual leave, an Employee Assistance Program, a supportive work culture, and discounts at a range of retail outlets.
Ready to Make a Difference?
Visit www.cofc.com.au to learn more about us. Click Apply to submit your application today.
We actively encourage and invite applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people for all our positions.
Applications will be assessed as they are received.
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