Registered Nurse - Aged Care 

At Brotherhood of St. Laurence (BSL), we are seeking a passionate Registered Nurse to join our dedicated team Aged Care team.

Location: Clifton Hill 

Job Type: Casual

Salary:  76,253.84 per annum, based on skills and experience plus 12% superannuation. (pro-rata for part-time employment)

What we offer our employees

• Salary packaging options to improve your take home pay – up to $18,500 can be packaged every year (details via AccessPay)!
• Career development opportunities
• Leave loading of 17.5%
• Flexible working arrangements
• Employee Assistance Program
• Discounted health insurance and free flu shots each year

About the role

Working with direction and supervision of Manager Residential Services or delegate, the Registered Nurse provides comprehensive and accurate nursing assessments, and care plans based on clinical knowledge and case management of residents

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead, manage and deliver high-quality person-centred care, in accordance with policies and procedures, relevant standards for practice, code of conduct for nurses and relevant legislation including The Aged Care Act and the Quality Standards.
• Exercise professional initiative and clinical judgement to ensure the provision of appropriate high quality, consistent, holistic care and services that incorporates the resident’s beliefs, values, needs and culture.
• Provide Medication management functions, oversee delegated medication administration and administer medications as required
• Promote and directly consult with residents, relatives and others through formal processes and on a day to day basis regarding all aspects of care delivery including clinical care, ancillary services, lifestyle services and any changes affecting the resident.
•  Ensure timely and effective communication with Facility Manager or delegate regarding information/issues or concerns relating to residents, relatives, visitors and staff.
• Create and maintain effective relationships with residents, families, internal and external stakeholders whilst recognizing professional boundaries and contribute to maintaining a home-like environment for all residents.

About Brotherhood of St Laurence

We are passionate about the work we do. We strive to create change that lasts for a more compassionate and just society - a society in which we can all fully participate in social, civic and economic life with the dignity and respect we all deserve.

The Brotherhood of St Laurence (BSL) has a clear vision – an Australia free of poverty. For over 90 years, we have worked with policy makers and the community for systemic change that will prevent and alleviate poverty in Australia. We are made up of 1500+ employees and 1000+ volunteers to make a difference in our communities.

What we are looking for

We are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated individual who has a passion for supporting the mission of BSL and delivering excellence in your role.

To be successful in this role, we are looking for someone who has the following key skills and experiences:

• Bachelor of Nursing or equivalent Registered Nurse qualification with AHPRA along with a current AHPRA Certificate of Registration.
• Post graduate qualifications and experience in a relevant health specialty; continence, wound management, gerontology, infection control, palliative care, dementia care, mental health or health management
• Demonstrated leadership skills with an ability to act as a positive role model for staff
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and as an effective team member to achieve goals
• Well-developed written and verbal communication skills with the demonstrated ability to deal with a broad range of people from diverse and socio-economic backgrounds.
• Strong organizational and time management skills with an ability to adapt to changing demands and work under pressure.
• Understanding of and empathy with the values and ideals of the Brotherhood of
  St Laurence
• Knowledge and relevant experience in the coordination and clinical evaluation of aged care residents with complex combinations of mental health, substance abuse, dementia and social isolation whilst maintaining confidentiality.
• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of ACFI requirements, Accreditation Standards, and resident rights and best practice principles as applicable to aged care
• Theoretical and practical knowledge of OHS regulations and requirements practices, including manual handling, infection control.

If this sounds like the right fit for you

If you are interested in this exciting opportunity and looking to contribute to our organisation’s success, we’d love to hear from you.

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When completing your application, please upload each document as a separate attachment.

Your application must include:

Applications will be considered upon submission, so we encourage you to apply early.

To review the Position Description and to address the Key Selection Criteria, please click here. PD_Residential Aged Care_Registered Nurse.pdf

If you have any questions about the role, or want more clarification, please contact Farisha.dean@bsl.org.au

Applications close: Friday the 31st of October 2025 

An up-to-date COVID-19 vaccination and annual influenza vaccination are required for this position (for roles in Residential Aged Care – delete if not relevant).

We are an EEO and understand the importance of diversity and inclusion. We recognise that everyone has the right to an equitable, safe and productive environment and to be treated with dignity and respect.  We welcome applications from all people regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, cultural background, disability or sexual orientation. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.

BSL is a child-safe organisation. BSL has zero tolerance to any form of abuse or harm to vulnerable people and is committed to specifically protecting children from harm. Successful applicants will be subject to pre-employment checks including criminal history and working with children. Recruitment decisions are based on the key inherent needs and requirements of each role, and candidates are selected based on their unique strengths and characteristics.  Applicants must have proof of working rights in Australia.

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