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For over 40 years, Harbourside has been a trusted, community-driven provider of aged care in Port Stephens. Born from the vision of local volunteers in the late 1970s, our organisation began with a simple goal: to create safe, affordable accommodation for seniors. What started as a community initiative led by Nelson Bay RSL grew into Harbourside Port Stephens — featuring residential care, home care and retirement across Shoal Bay, Fingal Bay and Salamander Bay.
Our roots in community care continue to shape our compassionate culture and commitment to supporting local seniors with dignity and respect.
About the role
Our organisation thrives on our team of passionate and dedicated Registered Nurses, who are the soul and lifeblood of our teamBy joining our team full-time, you will continue to provide high-quality nursing service that meets the needs of our Community clients, ensuring the care service delivery is undertakenin line with our values and policies.
Our Registered Nurses (RNs) in the Community play a vital role in delivering healthcare outside of traditional hospital settings.
Your responsibilities will include (but not limited to):
* Assessment, Planning, Implementation, and Evaluationof nursing care tailored to individual needs.
* Monitoring vital signs(e.g., blood pressure, temperature, pulse) and responding to changes in health status.
* Administering treatmentssuch as injections, wound care, and medication management.
* Supporting chronic disease management, including diabetes, dementia, and continence care.
* Providing palliative careand support for patients with life-limiting conditions.
* Working with multidisciplinary teams, including doctors, physiotherapists, and social workers
What you will need to be successful:
* Current Nurse Registration with AHPRA
* Sound knowledge of current Clinical Practice
* Knowledge of the Aged Care Quality Standards
* Ability to work alongside all of our support team.
* Excellent verbal and written communication
* Strong commitment to person-centred care
* Empathy with the needs of the elderly
* Awareness of WHS requirements, mainly manual handling and infection control
* Sound Knowledge of notification and reporting obligations of Registered Health Practitioners.
* Demonstrated understanding of the requirements of the Privacy and Personal Information Protection Act (NSW).
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Your application will include the following questions:
Are you legally entitled to work in Australia? Please detail your minimum salary expectations (including super): What is the notice period for your current employment? What motivated you to apply for this position? What relevant skills and experience would you bring to this role? All roles require a criminal history check to be performed as part of the recruitment process for shortlisted candidates. Please acknowledge that you are aware of this and are willing to participate if needed. As part of our recruitment process, you will be required to attend a pre employment medical. Are you willing to participate in this? Did an employee refer you to Harbourside? If so, what is their name Do you currently have at least one COVID Vaccination or are willing to obtain? Does Harbourside currently provide care for a member of your family? Have you had an Influenza vaccination in the last 12 months or are willing to be vaccinated? If you are not a citizen or permanent resident please provide details of your visa type, expiry date, and working hours restrictions if any.If you are a citizen / permanent resident simply indicate NA Our facilities operate 24/7. Are you able to work all rosters/days/hours? Please provide details of any medical conditions or pre-existing injuries. You should include any current or prior workers compensation claims.(If you do not have any medical conditions, pre existing injuries, or workers compensation claims to declare simply indicate "Nil" )
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