Registered Nurse

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and supervise daily clinical care and delivery
• Administer and monitor medications safely and accurately
• Manage residents’ assessments, care plans, and documentation
• Monitor infection control practices and clinical compliance
• Manage hospital transfers, admissions, and discharge processes
• Liaise with GPs, pharmacies, allied health professionals, and families
• Report incidents, emergencies, and clinical escalations
• Support and manage care and wellness assistants
• Participate in quality improvement and accreditation activities

Requirements

• Degree in Nursing with valid AHPRA registration
• Previous experience working in an aged care or residential care setting
• Strong clinical assessment and care coordination skills
• Sound understanding of infection control and medication management
• Excellent communication and documentation skills
• Ability to manage changing behaviours with compassion and professionalism
• Resilience and ability to work in complex environments

Benefits

• Not-for-profit salary packaging to reduce your tax
• Rewarding work making a real difference in the community
• Free external, confidential counselling and chaplaincy support
• Opportunity to purchase additional annual leave
• Extra leave including Mission Australia Thank You Day and Work Anniversary Day off
• Volunteering opportunities

About the Company

Mission Australia is a national Christian charity motivated by a shared vision of an Australia where everyone has a safe home and can thrive. Since 1859, we have been standing alongside people in need across Australia, offering real hope that has a lasting impact. We work to tackle the root causes of disadvantage by providing access to safe housing and innovative, evidence-based support services.