Enrolled Nurse - Karana Aged Care

Yarrawonga Health is seeking passionate and compassionate Enrolled Nurses (ENs) to join our dedicated team at Karana Aged Care – High Care.

We have a number of Part-Time and Full-Time opportunities available, providing an excellent opportunity for experienced ENs, or those looking to build their career in residential aged care, to become part of our close-knit team.

Why join Yarrawonga Health?

Located in the beautiful Murray River region, Yarrawonga is a fantastic place to work, live and enjoy life. At Karana, you'll be part of a supportive team where the care you provide has a genuine and lasting impact on the lives of our residents.

Our approach is centred around person-centred care, dignity, respect and supporting residents to maintain their independence and quality of life.

About the role

As an Enrolled Nurse at Karana Aged Care, you will provide high-quality nursing care to residents within your scope of practice and under the direction of a Registered Nurse.

Your role will include:

• Providing compassionate, person-centred nursing care to residents.
• Supporting residents with their physical and emotional needs and activities of daily living.
• Completing nursing assessments and using appropriate assessment tools.
• Monitoring residents and recognising and escalating changes in their condition.
• Developing and implementing care plans in consultation with residents and the Registered Nurse.
• Maintaining accurate and timely clinical documentation.
• Working collaboratively with Registered Nurses, care staff, allied health professionals, residents and families.
• Supporting residents' dignity, independence and personal choice.
• Contributing to contemporary aged-care practices and high standards of clinical care.
• Supporting residents with complex physical needs and behaviours associated with dementia and other conditions.
• Participating in ongoing professional development and maintaining clinical competency.

What we're looking for

We are looking for ENs who are:

• Compassionate, respectful and genuinely committed to improving the lives of older people.
• Passionate about delivering high-quality residential aged-care.
• Confident working within their scope of practice.
• Able to recognise and respond appropriately to changes in a resident's condition.
• Strong communicators who work well as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Committed to person-centred care and evidence-based practice.
• Able to work both autonomously and collaboratively.
• Committed to Yarrawonga Health's values of Community, Compassion, Courage and Accountability.

Essential

• Current registration as an Enrolled Nurse with AHPRA.
• Demonstrated competence as an Enrolled Nurse in accordance with NMBA requirements.
• Well-developed communication and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of relevant legislation, including the National Standards and Aged Care Standards.
• Demonstrated ability to provide excellent clinical care in accordance with Yarrawonga Health policies and procedures.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.

Be part of something meaningful

At Yarrawonga Health, our values guide the way we care for our residents, our patients, our community and each other.

Community – We strengthen connection and partnerships.

Compassion – We treat everyone with empathy and respect.

Courage – We have the strength to see opportunities and do what's right.

Accountability – We take responsibility for our actions, decisions and outcomes.

If you're an Enrolled Nurse looking for a rewarding role where you can make a genuine difference to people's lives, we'd love to hear from you.

Join Yarrawonga Health and become part of a team that cares.

Employment opportunities

Part-Time and Full-Time positions available

Applications are encouraged from ENs seeking a rewarding career in residential aged care and from experienced aged-care nurses looking for their next opportunity.

Apply now and come and be part of the Yarrawonga Health team!

for further information contact Larry Thomson - Nurse Unit Manager on 03 574145 or emal Larry.Thomson@yh.org.au

Applications close 30th September 2026. Yarrawonga Health may commence interviewing prior to close of this advert