Registered Nurse (Permanent Full-time)

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Juniper Aged Care in Kununurra is seeking a permanent full time Registered Nurse to join Juniper Gerdewoonem, a 35 bed home delivering person centered care. You will assess residents with the broader team, plan and evaluate care plans, mentor care staff, and support AN ACC assessments while coordinating with other health professionals. The ideal candidate has AHPRA registration, a minimum of two years’ aged care RN experience, strong planning and coordination skills, the ability to guide wound and diabetes care and manage medication systems, plus excellent communication and teamwork. We offer hourly base rates from $46.48, 75 hours per fortnight on a rotating roster, subsidised accommodation and relocation, salary packaging up to $18,550 tax free, 17.5% leave loading, Juniperks and allowances. Apply online with your CV; shortlisting starts immediately; highlight relevant aged care leadership and readiness to cover unplanned leave; diverse applicants encouraged.

About Us:

At Juniper, we take pride in being one of Western Australia's largest local aged care providers, delivering individualized care that keeps our residents connected to the people, passions, and places they have always cherished. Across the state, we are dedicated to offering exceptional care, accommodation, and support services for older Western Australians.

About the role and where you'll be working:

Juniper Gerdewoonem is a small residential home featuring 35 rooms with individualised support through person-centered care approach. The facility has access to various communal areas, including multiple dining rooms, a spacious central activity room, and cozy lounge areas. The home has beautifully landscaped courtyards, gardens, and a fire pit. Gerdewoonem also collaborates with elders and local community members to foster a strong connection to culture and family.

As a Registered Nurse with Juniper, you will be responsible for assessing residents' needs, in conjunction with other healthcare professionals, and for the planning, implementation and evaluation of residents' care plans. Demonstrated experience in the mentoring and supervision of care staff and the awareness of AN-ACC required assessments is needed. We are currently seeking an enthusiastic individual passionate about this vocation to join the team. The ideal candidate should be available to work unplanned leave.

This is a permanent Full-time contract working 75 hours a fortnight on a rotating roster.

Key Responsibilities:

• Strong clinical assessment skills and appropriate response to changes in customer condition in consultation with the broader healthcare team
• Develop, implement, and evaluate plans of care in partnership with customers and their loved ones
• Liaise with appropriate healthcare professionals to deliver quality care to customers
• Ensure full compliance with organizational, professional and aged care standards

Key Requirements:

• AHPRA Registration
• Minimum 2 years' experience as a Registered Nurse in an aged care setting
• Strong planning and coordination skills in care delivery
• Ability to guide staff in wound and diabetes care
• Sound understanding of medication systems
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, interpersonal, and teamwork skills

What’s on offer:

• Hourly base rate starting from $46.48 per hour
• Multiple shifts available – AM, PM, and nights
• Subsidised accommodation & relocation allowance
• Salary Package up to $18,550 per annum tax free
• Generous annual leave loading 17.5%
• Juniperks: an online platform that unlocks exclusive retail discounts, employee perks, wellness initiatives and peer acknowledgement
• $5 extra Regional Allowance plus $5 Accommodation Allowance (conditions apply)

How to Apply:

Don’t miss this opportunity to join a supportive team in a rewarding role! Apply online today with your current CV.

We encourage people of all ages and cultures to apply. Shortlisting will begin immediately, so don’t wait!