Caregivers are at the heart of what we do so if you are a kind, caring and compassionate individual who is passionate about Making Lives Better ....

Nurse Next Door has the perfect opportunity for you!

Nurse Next Door is a certified Great Place to Work. We are looking to build our care team with a variety of experienced carers who are able to work from a minimum of 20 hours per week.

We are dedicated to delivering flexible in-home care options to those in the aged care and disability sector, helping people to live more fulfilling lives both at home and in the broader community.

We Make Lives Better every day for our clients and care team through our 4 core values:

Admire People

WOW Customer Experience

Find a Better Way

Passionate About Making a Difference

About the Role

Making Lives Better® and Happier Ageing® are at the heart of what we do — enabling members of our ageing and disabled community to live a fulfilling life at home as long as possible, doing what they love to do.

We provide around-the-clock care, so visits may be scheduled early morning, afternoon, evening, or overnight to meet our client's needs.

Responsibilities

Provide a premium care experience to our clients that is genuine, compassionate and personalised

Assist clients with activities of daily living including personal care, meal preparation, light housekeeping, transport and companionship

Deliver care in accordance with the client's care plan that has been developed by the Care Designer (Registered Nurse)

Meet the safety needs of the client and use equipment safely and properly.

Complete records and documentation accurately and thoroughly.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Career development opportunities

Work with a supportive and dynamic team

Ongoing training

Skills & Experience

Passionate about making a difference.

A self-led leader with the ability to take responsibility for their own behaviour & success.

Coachable

Previous caregiving experience is an asset. Entry-level candidates with relevant qualifications are welcome to apply.

Must be able to speak and write in English. Other languages will be an asset!

Ability to identify and report client care concerns to Care Designers when needed.

Reliable transport to travel between client homes (public transport acceptable, own vehicle preferred)

Drivers with their own vehicle will be an asset

Physical ability to assist with mobility, transfers, and personal care tasks

Mandatory Requirements

Minimum Cert III in either Aged care, Community, Individual Support or Disability, or extensive industry experience

National Police Check (Aged Care/ Vulnerable Persons Sector)

Working With Children Check

NDIS Worker Orientation Module Completion

NDIS Worker Screener Clearance

Australian citizenship, permanent residency, or valid work visa

Current First Aid and CPR certification (or willingness to obtain)