About this role
Your Role as a Registered Nurse
As a Registered Nurse, you will lead the delivery of high-quality, person-centred care that supports the health, wellbeing, dignity and independence of our residents. Working permanent night shifts, you will provide holistic nursing care using a biopsychosocial approach, oversee clinical outcomes, support care staff, and ensure residents receive safe, compassionate and evidence-based care aligned with Wesley Mission Queensland's Model of Care and values.
You will play a key role in clinical assessment, care planning, medication management, documentation, team leadership and maintaining a safe, supportive environment for residents, families and colleagues.
What We Offer
- Permanent part-time night shift opportunity offering stability and work-life balance
- Salary packaging benefits to increase your take-home pay
- Supportive and values-driven organisation focused on person-centred care
- Employee Assistance Program for you and your immediate family
- Health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits
- The opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of older Australians every day
- A collaborative and supportive team environment
What We're Looking For
- Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse
- Demonstrated clinical nursing experience and sound understanding of contemporary nursing practice
- Ability to undertake comprehensive assessments, care planning and clinical reviews using a biopsychosocial model of care
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to guide, coach and support Personal Carers, Assistants in Nursing and Enrolled Nurses
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to build positive relationships with residents, families and multidisciplinary teams
- Strong clinical decision-making, problem-solving and organisational skills
- Ability to prioritise workload and respond effectively to changing resident needs
- Commitment to person-centred care, continuous improvement and quality outcomes
- Knowledge of, or ability to quickly develop knowledge of, aged care standards, legislation and accreditation requirements
- Alignment with Wesley Mission Queensland's vision, mission and values
A Valuable Addition, Yet Not a Must-Have!
- Previous experience in residential aged care
- Knowledge of dementia care, palliative care, wound management, infection prevention and pain management
- Experience leading teams within an aged care environment
- Current Driver's Licence
- Additional qualifications or training relevant to aged care nursing
Essential Requirements
- Current registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)
- Proof of COVID-19 vaccination status (or as required by legislation and WMQ policy)
- Relevant probity checks required by legislation and WMQ Limited policy, including applicable aged care and NDIS screening requirements
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Join a Team Where Your Work Truly Matters
Where care meets purpose - At Wesley Mission Queensland, our Residential Aged Care team is more than just a workplace, it’s a community built on compassion, dignity, and respect.
Why Join WMQ Residential Aged Care Team!
It is deeply rewarding and a chance to build genuine relationships, provide comfort and dignity to support residents in maintaining their independence and quality of life. It is more than just care, it is about creating a warm, respectful and environment where every individual feels valued and heard. For those who are compassionate, patient, and committed to person-centred care, aged care work is not just a job, it’s a calling.
We have twelve residential homes located at Sinnamon Village, Chermside and Bray Park. Our homes have a diverse range of residents which provides numerous opportunities for our passionate employees to connect and grow meaningful relationships while supporting their quality of life.