At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead compassionate care for 40 residents and set high clinical standards.
- Company: Warrigal, a respected leader in aged care for over 60 years.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, penalty rates, gym access, and strong support for your growth.
- Other info: Opportunities for career advancement and a culture that values diversity and inclusion.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in the lives of older people and shape a caring community.
- Qualifications: Current AHPRA registration and 2 years of nursing experience, preferably in aged care.
The predicted salary is between 50.78 - 64.44 $ per hour.
The opportunity | A role where you are looked up to. Join our team where you are supporting 40 residents. In this role, you are respected as the expert and looked on to lead the way, setting high standards in clinical and compassionate care. Our residents and carers look up to you, follow your lead and trust your decisions.
The benefits | Recognising your value:
- Hourly Rate range: $50.78 - $64.44 dependent on hours of service + penalty rates where applicable
- Part-time position | Night Shift only | Week 1 – 24 hours, Week 2 – 16 hours
- Must have the ability to work Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday
- Highly competitive hourly rates, penalty rates for nights and weekends, and NFP salary packaging - pay up to $18,550 less tax per year, meaning more money for you
- A fantastic on-boarding program, ongoing support and mentoring from clinical educators
- A community that values your career and invests in your growth
- Access to your local gym and 200+ more across the country with a Fitness Passport
The requirements | What it takes to do this work:
- A current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse
- Demonstrated clinical leadership skills and knowledge
- Demonstrated 2 years of experience as a Registered Nurse preferably in aged care
- Knowledge of legislation that affects aged care services
- Resourceful, respectful, and passionate, with a love for sharing knowledge and mentoring team members
What our nurses love about working here:
- Opportunities: Develop broader holistic care skills across physical, mental, and social wellbeing.
- Further train, qualify, specialise or take on early leadership roles.
- With job transfers and promotions on offer, you’ll get ahead in ways that set you apart in the industry.
One team, united in our purpose: We support older people to have great lives. We put older people first in everything we do. On an everyday level, we help them age with dignity, independence, happiness, and connectedness. On a big picture level, we’re challenging ageist thinking in Australia.
Who we are | A community who cares: Warrigal has firmly established itself in the aged care community for over 60 years. Despite the diverse range of retirement living and aged care services we’ve built up in that time, we still have the same appetite to grow and innovate. Meaning, you’ll have the chance to move around, get promoted or explore different areas across our expanding business in Illawarra, Southern Highlands, Queanbeyan, and Canberra – if that’s what you want.
You are the difference | Create a meaningful legacy: At Warrigal, you’re not just doing care work. You’re shaping a society that respects and celebrates ageing, connects families, and frees up their time to create treasured, lasting memories. You’re creating a culture of kindness, compassion and understanding that can be passed down to future generations. Let this be your legacy. Join us and be the difference.
We reserve the right to shortlist and interview upon application receipt, and this vacancy may be closed once a suitable applicant has accepted a letter of offer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates who hold current and unrestricted work rights in Australia. Warrigal is currently not offering visa sponsorship. Applicants must have the right to work in Australia at the time of application and throughout the recruitment process.
We proudly acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the lands on which we work and live, and we honour their ongoing cultural and spiritual connections to Country. We pay our respects to Elders past, present, and emerging. At Warrigal, we believe in celebrating diversity and creating a culture of inclusion and support in everything we do. We embrace the unique experiences, backgrounds, identities, abilities, and perspectives of our residents, customers, staff and volunteers to create a warm and welcoming environment where everyone feels valued and respected. Realise your potential in a place where appreciation, belonging, growth and purpose allows everyone to thrive.
If successful, you may be asked to do a medical, National Criminal History Check or NDSI Worker Screening Check, and provide references.
Registered Nurse in Mount Warrigal employer: Warrigal Care
Warrigal is an exceptional employer dedicated to creating a supportive and inclusive environment where employees can thrive while making a meaningful impact in the lives of older Australians. With a strong focus on professional development, generous salary packaging options, and a culture that values integrity, respect, and compassion, Warrigal offers a unique opportunity to contribute to a legacy of dignity and community. Located in Oak Flats, employees enjoy access to various wellness programs and the chance to grow within a dynamic organisation committed to innovation in aged care.
