Registered Nurse - Contract
On-siteGoondiwindi, Queensland, Australia
Job Summary
Conduct comprehensive nursing assessments, develop person-centred care plans, and manage chronic disease conditions for older adults in their own homes. Safely administer medications, identify clinical deterioration, and provide clear clinical direction to Practice Coordinators and Aged Care Nurses. Ensure documentation integrity, monitor compliance, and lead audits and incident reviews within a 24-hour nursing-supported service. Maintain on-call availability for incident response and escalation guidance across morning, evening, weekend, and overnight shifts. Support team onboarding, mentorship, and reflective practice while fostering a respectful, accountable culture.
Required Qualifications
- Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse
- Demonstrated clinical assessment and decision-making capability
- Experience supporting clients with chronic disease management
- Strong documentation and digital literacy skills
- Current Police Check
- Current NDIS Worker Screening
- Current Driver's Licence and reliable vehicle
- Legal entitlement to work in Australia
- Must be available to work across morning, evening, weekend, and overnight shifts as rostered
- Flexibility, reliability, and commitment to community-based practice are essential
Desired Qualifications
- Experience supporting people living with dementia
- Community or aged care experience
- Experience working in rural or regional settings
- Postgraduate qualifications in aged care or chronic disease
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