Registered Nurse - Residential Aged Care - Orange
- Salary $46 - $60 per hour + Super
- Salary packaging ($15,900 + M&E Card + Novated Leasing)
- Paid AHPRA membership
The Opportunity
We are looking for a Registered Nurse to join our team at Ascott Gardens Hostel, a 78-bed Residential Aged Care Facility located in Orange. You will provide person‑centred, evidence‑based clinical care that enhances residents’ independence, wellbeing, and quality of life. In collaboration with an on-site Clinical Manager/Educator, you will oversee clinical governance, conduct comprehensive assessments, and guide the care team to ensure all care aligns with Aged Care Quality Standards and individual resident needs. With a strong focus on communication, leadership, and collaboration, you will support staff development and foster positive relationships with residents, families, and external health professionals. Through high-quality clinical practice, continuous improvement, and adherence to professional standards, you will make a meaningful impact on the safety, dignity, and overall experience of residents in care.
Duties will include (but not limited to):
- Deliver high‑quality, person‑centred clinical care, including comprehensive assessments, care plan development, and ongoing monitoring of residents’ health needs.
- Provide clinical leadership by supervising, supporting, and training care staff to ensure safe, competent, and consistent care aligned with policies, regulations, and professional standards.
- Maintain accurate resident documentation, manage clinical reporting, and communicate effectively with residents, families, staff, and external health professionals.
- Promote a safe workplace by ensuring compliance with WHS requirements, conducting risk assessments, managing incidents, and supporting infection prevention and control practices.
- Contribute to continuous quality improvement through audits, feedback processes, identifying areas for enhancement, and participating in organisational clinical governance activities.
What you will need
- Registered Nurse with current AHPRA registration.
- Bachelor of Nursing or equivalent qualification.
- At least 4 years’ experience post-registration qualification in the Residential Aged Care Sector or similar (e.g. palliative care)
- Demonstrated ability to use the Microsoft Office Professional Suite (all applications)
- Excellent Customer Service.
- Excellent Interpersonal and Active Listening Skills.
- Good Written and Communication Skills.
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to plan and prioritise work according to strict guidelines and an eye for detail.
- Demonstrated decision-making, problem-solving and conflict-management skills.
- Time, Task and Priority Management Skills.
Why Work for UPA:
- Competitive remuneration including eligibility for not-for-profit salary packaging options for permanent employees (up to $15,900 living expenses and $2,650 entertainment benefits, tax free)
- Support provided for your ongoing AHPRA registration requirements (including payment of annual fees)
- Platinum Member of the Australian College of Nursing
- UPA guarantees the contracted hours for shift work employees.
- Access to a Wellness Program
- Employee Assistance Program
- Up to $500 retention bonus for permanent appointments
- Supportive and friendly work environment
- Work/life balance and flexible working arrangements available
- Workplace education and support provided
- Opportunity to make a real difference to the lives of our residents and the community
The Organisation
UPA Aged Care Solutions is a not-for-profit, values-based organisation committed to providing high-quality Residential Aged Care, Home Care, and Retirement Services. We believe every individual has the right to live with dignity, respect, and security, and we strive to attract and retain top talent who share our philosophy of care.
Pre-employment screening
The successful applicant is required to meet the following criteria:
- Applicants must have current and valid Australian working rights (citizenship, permanent residency, or a valid working visa) to be considered for this role.
- Must be willing to undertake pre-employment checks which include but not limited to National Police Check, Reference Checks, Qualification and professional registration verification
- Vaccinated in accordance with UPA’s Immunisation and Vaccination Policy
Appointment is subject to satisfactory pre-employment screening and confirmation of the applicant’s right to work in Australia.
Interested
Simply click on the ‘apply now’ button and submit your cover letter and resume for consideration. For a confidential discussion or to obtain a copy of the position description, please contact the UPA Talent Team at recruitment@upa.org.au.
To find out more about UPA of NSW, we invite you to visit our website at www.upa.org.au.
We welcome applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, culturally and linguistically diverse groups, the LGBTQIA+ community, veterans, refugees and people with disability. If we can make some adjustments to our recruitment/interview process to better enable you to shine, please contact the UPA’s Talent Team at recruitment@upa.org.au.
