About the role ...

We are looking for a Grade 2 Registered Nurse to provide high levels of clinical care to our elders who live at our Carrum Downs Residential Facility.

The Registered Nurse will ensure that elder care needs are achieved in
accordance with care plans through ongoing assessment, planning
implementation, evaluation and documentation, utilizing a holistic approach
and refer any areas of concern related to clinical matters.

The successful incumbent will work as part of the broader team of Registered Nurses to ably support the Care Manager and Facility Manager to supervise Universal Workers and Enrolled Nurses with mentoring or oversight. Key responsibilities will include:

• Ensuring that elder's physical health is maintained at the highest possible level
• Ensure that families are fully informed about their relativeʼs care
• Manage and direct the care in day to day activities for the elders
• Adhere to Health and Safety legislation, Policy and Procedures
• Maintaining appropriate documentation
• Medication management and administration
• Provide leadership in accordance to the Eden philosophy of care

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse Division 1
• Current practicing certificate with the AHPRA (Australian Health Practitioner Registration Agency)
• Post graduate evidence of formal education
• Demonstrated ongoing education and personal development.

Skills & Experience

• An ability to work with persons living with dementia
• Experience in pain management, palliative care
• Experience in pain management, palliative care
• Ability to mentor staff, and act as a resource in regards to clinical issues
• Ability to maintain clinical requirements by checking charts, care plans
• The ability to work in a culturally sensitive manner within an ethno-specific environment
• The ability to work with frail and/or confused elders and their families within the Accreditation Standards and funding guidelines
• The ability to accept and give direction and to work with minimal supervision

Why work for MiCare?

• ($37.23 - $48.47 p/hr - salary determined by evidence on statement of service hours provided in the position of RN) + 11.5% Superannuation
• Two Fixed term maternity leave cover roles -

Role 1 - Wednesday, Thursday, Friday (7.00am to 3.00pm) &

Role 2 - Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday (2.45pm to 10.15pm)

• Save on tax with generous salary packaging benefits -Novated leasing, general living expenses, regional area benefits, meal entertainment, Holiday Accommodation and Venue hire
• Employee wellness portal – access great discounts
• Achieve work life balance - Work close to home in Kilsyth
• Provide clinical leadership and support quality outcomes
• Use a holistic approach to support implement and oversee the care process (Assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of elder's)

About us ...

MiCare is a multicultural organisation serving multicultural Elders.

Join the company that makes you feel as part of the family. Whether you are
interacting with Elders, fellow staff or management, you feel you belong.

MiCare Avondrust Lodge is a state of the art facility which was purpose built with both Elders and Staff in mind, to ensure effective Person Centred Care.

It has small beautiful households of 12 Elders each, with excellent ratios of 1:6 or less which enables carers to achieve best outcomes for the Elders. Social and therapeutic alliances are formed as staff bond with Elders in their households. Staff and Elders get to know each other well. Elders share their wisdom. Staff become proud advocates of these dear members of the household, to continue giving outstanding care.

At MiCare, it doesn't feel like work, it feels like a happy home where everyone looks forward to coming.

The successful applicant must satisfactorily complete all pre-employment checks, including National Police Check, Working with Children Check, and influenza and COVID 19 Vaccinations.

How to apply ...

Please submit a copy of your Resume and complete your work history and education information on the application page (you are encouraged to read the position description before applying, and detail any certificates and licence(s) information under the education section), and we’ll be in touch. We will be interviewing before applications close so don't delay sending in your application. Applications Close 13th June 2025.

If you meet the above criteria and you’re interested in contributing to an organisation that values the highest level of quality in everything it sets out to achieve, we want to hear from you!

MiCare is a Child Safe organisation and is committed in everyday practice to ensure the safety and wellbeing of children.

MiCare says “NO” to Family Violence. We believe that everyone deserves to feel safe, respected, valued and treated as equals.

MiCare is committed to equal opportunity and ensuring the workplace is reflective of the community. We encourage people from different backgrounds to apply, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and people with a disability.

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