Registered Nurse | Aged Care

Churches of Christ, Kolan Gardens Aged Care Service, Gin Gin

Full-time, Part-time and Casual Opportunities

The Salary range is $40.46 to $49.25 per hour. Hourly rate based on experience.

Location: This role is based in our My Aged Care 4 star rated 22-bed facility, Kolan Gardens Aged Care Service. Located 50km west of Bundaberg, Gin Gin is a quiet rural town with country charm surrounded by beautiful nature reserves, perfect for any lovers of the outdoors!

Kolan Gardens Aged Care | Churches of Christ (please click to review this service)

Permanent Employees are eligible for the following benefits

We offer 5 weeks annual leave, generous salary sacrificing options, flexible hours, and opportunities for professional development and growth.

In addition, Churches of Christ have options to offer rental assistance and relocation assistance at remote and rural locations.

Lastly, Churches of Christ are offering a generous Sign on and Retention cash bonus of up to $8000.

You will be eligible for the following cash bonuses:

• $1000 on sign on - paid after third fortnight
• $1500 after 6 months
• $2500 after 12 months
• $3000 after 24 months.

For part-time employees, this amount will be paid on a pro-rata basis based on the ordinary hours of work during the period.

For more information on salary sacrifice and what that might look like for you, Click here.

We also have opportunities for Registered Nurses to join us on a Casual basis, where you can enjoy the following benefits;

• Great work/life balance;
• 25% casual loading;
• Flexible shifts;
• Opportunities for professional development;
• Employee Discount program, through our large network of retail partners (Bupa Health, Medibank, JBHIFI etc).

About you

You are a compassionate health care professional able to provide care with empathy and kindness. Your attention to detail will ensure that you are effectively monitoring the progress of the residents and administering medication or providing referrals where needed. Your strong communication skills will enable you to understand and communicate with not only your residents, but also their families and a broader care team.

As a Registered Nurse you will:

• Provide direct patient care, including providing medications and interventions.
• liaise with a multidisciplinary team to develop, implement and monitor bespoke care plans.
• Monitor and document resident health status and progress and make referrals as needed.
• Educate families about health conditions and medications.
• Provide guidance and support to our team of dedicated care workers.

To thrive in this role, you must have:

• Current registration as a registered nurse with the Australian Health Practitioner. Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
• Strong clinical knowledge and experience in aged care.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work well in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
• Compassionate and empathetic approach to patient care.
• A National Police Check or ability to obtain.

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.

Importantly, you will be someone who closely aligns with our organisational values of: Unconditional Love, Continual Innovation, Mutual Trust, Wise Stewardship and Safety.

Make a Meaningful Impact - Apply Today!

Be part of a team that’s transforming lives through exceptional care. For more information about Churches of Christ, visit www.cofc.com.au to learn more about us.

"Click the Apply Button". For further inquiries, contact Danielle 07 4157 3744.

We actively encourage and invite applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people for all our positions.

Applications will be assessed as received.