Mandarin-speaking Nurse in Melbourne

We are seeking a Mandarin-speaking Nurse for Community/Home Visit to join EICARE Home Care Service Provider. This is a casual position based in Clayton, VIC 3168, offering flexible opportunities to provide nursing care to our diverse community.

In this role, you will deliver high-quality aged care and health services directly to clients within their homes, whilst supporting our mission to provide culturally responsive and compassionate care. Your fluency in Mandarin will be invaluable in communicating with our Mandarin-speaking clients, ensuring they receive personalised care and feel heard throughout their healthcare journey.

Key responsibilities:

• Provide direct nursing care to aged care clients in their homes, including wound care, medication management, catheter care and health monitoring.
• Conduct comprehensive health assessments and develop individualised care plans in consultation with clients and healthcare teams.
• Communicate effectively with Mandarin-speaking clients to understand their health needs, preferences and concerns.
• Perform vital sign monitoring and report any changes in client condition to relevant healthcare professionals.
• Maintain accurate and timely nursing documentation and client health records.
• Support clients with activities of daily living and provide person-centred aged care.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure coordinated, holistic care delivery.
• Identify and respond to safeguarding concerns in accordance with organisational policies and relevant legislation.
• Promote client independence, dignity and wellbeing at all times.
• Adhere to infection control and health and safety protocols within home environments.

About you:

• Current registration with the Nursing as a Registered Nurse or Enrolled Nurse.
• Fluency in Mandarin Chinese (both written and spoken) to communicate confidently with clients.
• Minimum 2 years' experience working in aged care, community care or home visiting nursing roles.
• Strong knowledge of aged care principles, person-centred care delivery and dementia care awareness.
• Excellent clinical assessment and decision-making skills.
• Ability to work independently within home environments whilst maintaining professional standards.
• Valid driving licence and reliable access to transport.
• Current Working with Children Check (WWCC) or willingness to obtain one.
• Immunisation requirements in accordance with aged care sector standards.
• Current first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) certification (or willingness to obtain).

Benefits:

• Flexible working arrangements that support work-life balance and personal commitments.
• Competitive casual pay rates in line with aged care sector standards.
• Opportunities to build meaningful relationships with clients and support their wellbeing.
• Ongoing professional development and training opportunities.
• A supportive workplace culture that values cultural diversity and inclusive practice.
• Access to supervision and mentoring from experienced nursing staff.
• The satisfaction of delivering quality care within the community.
• Potential for progression to permanent or extended casual roles based on performance.

EICARE Home Care Service Provider is a dedicated community healthcare organisation committed to delivering compassionate, culturally responsive aged care and home visiting services to clients across our local region. We specialise in supporting older adults and vulnerable community members to maintain independence, dignity and quality of life within their own homes. Our team is passionate about providing person-centred care that respects individual preferences, cultural backgrounds and health needs. We foster an inclusive workplace where diversity is valued and every team member plays a vital role in our mission to make a meaningful difference in our clients' lives.