Overview
Care Designer (Registered Nurse) – Nurse Next Door Kiama
About the role
Nurse Next Door Kiama is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse to join our team as a Care Designer. In this full-time leadership role, you will play a pivotal part in ensuring the highest standards of clinical care for our clients across the Illawarra and Southern Highlands. As a Care Designer, you will be responsible for overseeing care delivery, mentoring and guiding caregivers, and collaborating directly with our Managing Directors to grow services in our community. This is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful difference while being part of a small business that values its people and offers genuine long-term growth. Immediate start available.
What you’ll be doing
- Conduct comprehensive assessments to understand each client’s needs
- Design, implement and review tailored care plans with clients and families
- Provide clinical oversight and ensure compliance with Aged Care and NDIS standards
- Mentor, coach and support caregivers and nurses to deliver quality care
- Collaborate with the Managing Directors to support growth and innovation
- Monitor client progress and adjust care plans as required
- Maintain accurate and compliant documentation in AlayaCare
- Actively participate in team meetings and continuous improvement initiatives
What we’re looking for
- Registered Nurse with current and valid AHPRA registration
- Minimum 2 years’ experience in community, aged care, or in-home nursing leadership
- Strong clinical knowledge, including medication management, diabetes care, and catheterisation
- Proven ability to lead, mentor and empower a multidisciplinary team
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a person-centred approach
- Proficient in AlayaCare, Google Workspace (including Google Chat), and mobile apps
- Professional, proactive, and passionate about Making Lives Better
What we offer
At Nurse Next Door Kiama, we are committed to supporting your professional growth and creating a workplace where you feel valued. As a member of our team, you can expect:
- Competitive salary (commensurate with experience)
- A full-time leadership role with flexibility and autonomy
- Ongoing training, professional development, and career growth opportunities
- A collaborative, supportive team environment where your voice matters
- The chance to grow with a locally owned business backed by a trusted national brand
- A culture built on open communication, fun, and celebrating success together
About us
Nurse Next Door Kiama is a locally owned and operated provider of in-home healthcare services. Our mission is simple: to Make Lives Better. Guided by our values — Admire People, WOW Customer Experience, Find a Better Way, and Passionate About Making a Difference — we deliver compassionate, personalised care that empowers clients to live independently at home, doing what they love. By joining our team, you’ll be part of a small business on an exciting growth journey, with the opportunity to shape something amazing alongside a supportive leadership team.
Apply now
Take the next step in your nursing leadership career. Apply today to join Nurse Next Door Kiama as our Care Designer (Registered Nurse) and help us Make Lives Better every day.
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