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Wattleglen - Full-Time Enrolled Nurse (EEN)
- Wattleglen, VIC, Australia, 3096
- Full time
We are looking for a dedicated Enrolled Nurse to join our team at our Wattleglen facility in Sale, VIC on a Full-Time basis, providing exceptional nursing care to our residents.
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
As an Endorsed Enrolled Nurse (EEN) at Respect, you will be responsible for delivering safe and competent clinical nursing care to residents while adhering to the standards set by the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA). You will work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team to promote the health and wellbeing of our residents. While this role is advertised as full time, permanent part-time arrangements may also be considered.
Key Responsibilities
- Compile a comprehensive history from residents and/or family members to identify care needs through admissions and ongoing assessments.
- Maintain accurate documentation that reflects care delivery.
- Complete ACFI assessments and documentation as required for your shift, contributing to income maximisation.
- Assist in implementing, contributing to, and evaluating resident care plans as directed by your supervisor.
- Administer medications and ensure correct ordering, storage, and documentation procedures in line with organisational policies.
Essential Requirements
- Diploma of Nursing and current AHPRA registration as an Endorsed Enrolled Nurse.
- Minimum 2 years post-graduate experience, preferably in aged care.
- Knowledge of Residential Classification Scale and Standards for Aged Care.
- Understanding of the Commonwealth Aged Care Funding Instrument.
- Current National Police Certificate (or ability to obtain).
- Strong clinical, documentation, and communication skills.
- Understanding of aged care accreditation processes.
Why you will love working at Respect
- Not for profit, value-based organisation
- Above award hourly rates
- Competitive salary and benefits, including salary packaging options
- Career Pathways, education and training opportunities
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.
