We're Hiring!

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Registered Nurse to join our clinical team on a Permanent Part-Time basis at our Lyrebird facility in Drouin, VIC. If you are passionate about delivering exceptional care and thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, this is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact as a valued member of our team.

About us

Respect Aged Care is Australia’s leading aged care provider and a proud not-for-profit organisation with a legacy dating back to 1922. We are committed to delivering exceptional care and creating communities where older Australians feel a true sense of belonging. Guided by our philosophy that everyone deserves a life lived with dignity and respect, we continue to grow across Victoria, New South Wales, Queensland, Western Australia and Tasmania. Alongside our residential homes, we provide home care services in multiple states and manage inclusive retirement villages and independent living communities.

About the role

The Registered Nurse (RN) is responsible for providing safe, competent and contemporary clinical nursing care to residents, in line with the scope of practice defined by the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA). This includes completing assessments, implementing care plans, administering medications, and responding to changes in residents’ health, while supporting a high standard of resident-centred care.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Complete ACFI assessments and other clinical documentation as required for the shift and contribute to the maximisation of income.
• Maintain a high level of documentation which accurately reflects care delivery.
• Maintain staff discipline and provide leadership, support and supervision to Enrolled Nurses and Extended Care Assistants.
• Maintain confidentiality on all matters relating to residents and their families at all times and on other matters imparted in confidence.
• Provide a concise and relevant report, via email, to the Care Manager and General Manager at the end of each shift.
• Identify training and development opportunities and communicate these to the General Manager.
• Develop and maintain knowledge of aged care issues, standards and services.
• Ensure staff under your supervision are working safely and within the policies and procedures of the organisation.

Essential Requirements:

• Current registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
• Knowledge of the Residential Classification Scale and Standards for Aged Care.
• Current National Police Certificate (or ability to acquire).

Desirable Requirements:

• Knowledge of the standards required by the government for the delivery of aged care.
• An understanding of the Commonwealth Aged Care Funding Instrument.
• Strong clinical and documentation skills.
• An understanding of the aged care accreditation process.
• Leadership skills.

Why you will love working at Respect

• Not for profit, value-based organisation
• Meaningful work in a purpose-driven organisation
• Competitive salary and benefits, including salary packaging options
• Supportive workplace culture with opportunities for professional development
• Stability in a growing, recession-proof sector

Our Values

• Respect – Treat all people with fairness and dignity.
• Care – Look after and protect the elderly, and each other.
• Teamwork – Encourage, cooperate, and build trust.
• Courage – Do the right thing, even when it is difficult.
• Integrity – Be open, honest, and trustworthy.
• Innovation – Think differently to solve problems.
• Excellence – Drive quality to continuously improve.