$65.50 per hour (inclusive of Oct 2025 Aged Care Work Value increase) + night shift loading + salary packaging available

Do you have the compassion, leadership and clinical expertise to be in charge overnight?
Cobdenhealth invites experienced Registered Nurses to step into a Nurse in Charge role for night shifts in our 60-bed Residential Aged Care facility. This is a progressive leadership role where you'll lead clinical operations overnight, mentor the team, and ensure the highest standards of resident care.

Why Cobdenhealth?

Scenic rural location — friendly community, peaceful environment, with all essential services.

Not-for-profit, values-led workplace, focused on person-centred care.

A supportive and experienced care team to work with.

The Role

Hours: 10pm to 7:30am, night shifts only

Positions available either full-time or part-time, across the 7-day roster.

As Nurse in Charge, you will oversee the facility overnight: clinical decision making, supporting ENs / PCAs, responding to emergencies, liaising with on-call GPs/allied health.

Undertake clinical assessments, medication administration, resident care planning and reviews.

Contribute to quality improvement, documentation, accreditation etc.

What We’re Looking For

Current Registered Nurse registration with AHPRA.

Minimum 3 years aged care (or relevant) experience; prior leadership or acting in charge experience preferred.

Strong overnight clinical decision making and leadership skills.

Excellent interpersonal skills; ability to mentor/support staff.

Commitment to resident-centred, high-quality care.

Remuneration & Benefits

Competitive hourly rate + generous night-shift penalty loading.

Salary packaging available (not-for-profit benefits).

Ongoing professional development & training.

How to Apply
Please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your suitability for the role via SEEK.

Please view the Position Description to address the Key Selection Criteria on our website at https://www.cobdenhealth.org.au/working-with-us/current-vacancies

For a confidential discussion or more info, contact Jillian Hallinan, Director of Care on (03) 5595 3100 or email [email protected]

Applications close: 24 October 2025

Cobdenhealth is committed to equal opportunity and the safety and wellbeing of our residents, clients, and staff. The successful applicant will be required to undergo a NDIS Screening Check and provide evidence of vaccination history in line with aged care requirements and our policies.