Registered Nurse - Casual

MERRIWA
Gummun Place Hostel – Merriwa
Casual

The role:
Council is currently seeking a casual Registered Nurse who will be responsible to provide overall clinical care, supervision and direction for hostel recipients including managing care plans, clinical care assessments and audits, working directly with the Aged Care Coordinator. Gummun Place Hostel is an aged care facility with an approved bed allocation of 16 beds for those in our community who are unable to remain in their own home and require some assistance with daily living.

What’s on Offer:
-The salary for this position is negotiable based on qualifications and years of experience according to the relevant Award, per 38 -hour week.
-Flexible work arrangements and reward program
-Progression opportunities
-Access to training and development opportunities

What we need from you:
Our successful candidate will be a hold a current nurse registration with Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency ad will have previous experience working with people in End of Life and Palliative Care. Experience working in the Aged Care Sector would be highly valuable.

About us:
Council is a progressive and caring organisation where all our employees work together to deliver quality services to support our community. We strive to make a difference and add value to the lives of our community. Everything we do is underpinned by the values of the organisation and staff, which are being honest, open and accountable, having mutual respect for all people and cultures, ensuring we deliver on our commitments, providing efficient, effective and reliable services to ensure staff and community safety and to provide improved environmental responsibility.

Located in the picturesque Upper Hunter, our shire encompasses the townships of Merriwa, Murrurundi, Aberdeen and Scone. All great places to live and work, come and see for yourself! 

Closing Date:

Friday 21 March 2025

Job Description: 

To view the Job Description, please click here.

Enquiries and Further Information:
Give Amanda Catzikiris, Manager Community Services, a call on 02 6540 1153 or e-mail hr@upperhunter.nsw.gov.au to discuss this opportunity.

How to Apply:
We encourage all applicants to apply online and attach their cover letter and resume by the closing date by clicking “Apply for this job” or through Council’s website - upperhunter.nsw.gov.au. 

We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and value diversity and inclusion in our workplace. We encourage all applicants, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, LGBTIQ and culturally diverse communities to join Council. 
Council will provide reasonable adjustments for individuals with disability throughout the recruitment process. If you identify as a person with disability and require adjustments to the application, recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please advise via hr@upperhunter.nsw.gov.au or 02 65401100 to discuss.