Registered Nurse

• Casual
• Location: Orange, NSW 2800
• Salary: $57.4/hour + Super
• Make a meaningful difference to the lives of Australians in need

Life at Mission Australia 

When you join the team at Mission Australia, you become part of a community who are determined to end homelessness and ensure people in need can thrive. United by our Christian purpose and values, we advocate for a fairer Australia, to meet the growing needs of people across the country. Together we’re building hope and possibility for all.

Find out more about us and our purpose. 

Your Opportunity

Mission Australia’s Residential Aged Care Facility in Orange is seeking compassionate and dedicated Registered Nurse to join our committed team. In this vital role, you will be responsible for overseeing and delivering high-quality personal care and clinical services to our residents, ensuring their individual needs are met.

You will play a key role in the day-to-day coordination of care, maintaining clinical standards, and fostering a supportive and respectful environment for residents and staff. This is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact within a values-driven organisation that is dedicated to enhancing the lives of older Australians.

Roster: Mon to Thursday night shifts

Your key responsibilities will be to:

• Provide guidance and clinical support to care staff in implementation of infection control procedures and monitor and report to the Director of care on the progress
• Work along with the Director of Care in identifying any risks and provide suggestions regarding delivery and services
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date clinical documentation in line with the regulatory standards
• Coordinate and support resident’s case conferences and specialist appointment
• Assist in managing hospital transfers and post hospital care
• Oversee safe and efficient medication administration in partnership with pharmacy providers
• Contribute to resident admissions planning and waiting list management
• Assist visiting doctors who attend the facility to conduct care recipient consultations.

Requirements for Success

• Currently registered with AHPRA as a Registered Nurse (Division 1)
• Computer literate with strong communication and documentation skills
• At least 12 months’ experience working in Aged Care as a Registered Nurse
• Experienced dealing with challenging behaviours
• Mental Health background (desirable)
• Flu and Covid Booster vaccination mandatory
• NDIS Workers Screen clearance (or the willingness to obtain one)

Before starting work with us, you will need to undertake a national police history check, qualifications, referee checks, work right checks and NDIS.   

Your benefits

• Rewarding work – every day you know you’re making a real difference  
• Not-for-profit salary packaging, reducing your tax (details via AccessPay)
• Free external, confidential counselling and access to chaplaincy support  
• Volunteering opportunities   
• Opportunity to purchase additional annual leave 
• Extra leave including Mission Australia Thank You Day & Work Anniversary Day off

Our culture  

Our innovative and inclusive culture will ensure you feel valued at Mission Australia as you help Australians in need and develop in your career.  

We prioritise the safety and wellbeing of everyone, both within our team and the individuals we serve.

We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive working environment. We actively support and encourage people of all backgrounds; gender, age, ethnicity, race, cultural background, disability, religion, and sexual orientation to submit an application and aim to ensure that the recruitment and employee experience is as accessible and inclusive as possible. So, whoever you are, if you’re skilled and actively support our purpose and values, you would be welcome at Mission Australia.

If you live with disability and require support to submit your application, please email talentattraction@missionaustralia.com.au or visit our Careers page for additional contact details.

We strongly encourage applications from people who identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander. For culturally safe support or assistance with your application, please contact us at Deadlycareers@missionaustralia.com.au  

Find out more about a career with Mission Australia. 

How to apply

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As a committed Circle Back Initiative employer, we will respond to your application.

Applications are shortlisted as they are received. Please apply as soon as possible to be considered. Thank you.