Join Respect – Where Care Comes First
At Respect, we're proud to be the largest provider of aged care services in Regional Australia. As a not-for-profit organisation, everything we do is guided by our commitment to supporting older Australians with dignity, compassion and genuine connection.
When you join Respect, you're joining a values-led organisation where people matter. We invest in our employees, foster supportive teams, and create opportunities to grow your career while making a genuine difference in the lives of our residents every day.
About Chaffey House
Located in the heart of Merbein, Chaffey House is a welcoming aged care home. Our residents enjoy a close-knit community where they feel safe, respected and truly at home—and our team takes pride in creating that environment every day.
About the Opportunity
We're looking for a compassionate and experienced Casual Enrolled Nurse to join our clinical team.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone seeking flexibility while working in a supportive, resident-focused environment. You'll work closely with Registered Nurses and care staff to deliver high-quality clinical care, support positive resident outcomes, and help create a warm and welcoming home for those in our care.
Every shift offers the opportunity to build meaningful relationships with residents and families while contributing to a team that values collaboration, professionalism and continuous improvement.
What You'll Be Doing
As a Casual Enrolled Nurse, you will:
- Complete resident assessments and contribute to individualised care planning.
- Deliver safe, high-quality clinical care that promotes dignity, wellbeing and independence.
- Administer medications safely in accordance with policies and legislative requirements.
- Monitor residents' health, identify changes in condition, and communicate clinical observations to Registered Nurses.
- Maintain accurate clinical documentation and resident records.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary team members to achieve the best possible outcomes for residents.
- Participate in handovers, quality initiatives and continuous improvement activities.
- Foster positive relationships with residents, families and colleagues.
About You
We're looking for someone who brings both clinical capability and genuine compassion. You'll also have:
- Diploma of Nursing with current AHPRA registration as an Enrolled Nurse.
- Minimum two years' post-graduate clinical experience, ideally within residential aged care.
- Strong clinical assessment skills and sound judgement.
- Experience with care planning and clinical documentation.
- Knowledge of aged care standards and person-centered care principles.
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
- Current National Police Check(or willingness to obtain).
- Flexibility to work a variety of casual shifts.
Why Join Respect?
At Respect, we know our people are our greatest asset. That's why we offer:
- Salary packaging benefits of up to $15,900 each year for everyday living expenses.
- An additional $2,650 salary packaging for meals and entertainment.
- Flexible casual employment to suit your lifestyle.
- Ongoing education, training and professional development opportunities.
- Supportive onsite leadership and collaborative clinical teams.
- A friendly, inclusive workplace where you'll feel valued.
- Opportunities to build a long-term career with one of Regional Australia's leading aged care providers.
Enrolled Nurse in Merbein employer: Respect Group Limited
Respect Aged Care is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and inclusive workplace culture where you can truly make a difference in the lives of older Australians. As a not-for-profit organisation, we provide competitive salaries with salary packaging benefits and ample opportunities for career advancement and professional development, all while fostering a community of belonging at our Jallarah location in Meningie.
