At Estia Health, we’re more than just a workplace: we’re a community dedicated to enriching lives and making a difference. If you’re passionate about aged care and want to be part of something meaningful, then we want to hear from you.
Everyday, over 13,000 employees choose to make a difference at Estia Health, sharing a joint purpose to enrich and celebrate the lives of our residents. With 87 homes (and growing), across Queensland, New South Wales, South Australia and Victoria, you will play a part in positively impacting the lives of our residents and their families.
Join us in playing a special role in the future of aged care.
Estia Health Yarra Valley is an elegant home with stunning mountain views, sitting on a quiet residential street in easy walking distance of Yarra Junction Shopping Centre, services and cafes. The home has strong links to the local community and a warm, friendly team, many of whom have been at the home a number of years. The experienced clinicians, carers and hospitality teams look after all aspects of a resident’s care, including clinical, social and overall wellbeing, and offer dementia care services, which can be accessed for short-term respite care or a longer stay. The home’s Memory Support Unit provides a safe environment for residents requiring additional support.
Estia Health Yarra Valley is located close to Yarra Junction (Yarra Valley/Regional Victoria) which is around 45 mts drive from Ringwood and 30 mts drive from Lilydale.
About the role
Estia Health Yarra Valley is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse/RNIC for a 3 - 4 Months Fixed Term Short Term Contract (Acting Care Director Role, August 2025 to November 2025), to cover a long service leave period for the Care Director Role.
Reporting into the head of the home, known as the Residential Aged Care Manager (RACM), you’ll draw on your clinical background to improve every aspect of our residents’ wellbeing. As second in command, you’ll:
- Look after residents and nurture the relationship with their family.
- Train up the next generation of carers and nurses.
- Oversee your clinic, from stock to compliance and reporting.
- Develop clinical care programs, making them the best they can be.
- Help financially manage the home.
You’ll be an honest and ethical leader, with a hunger to learn and challenge yourself. You’ll also have:
- A real desire to make a difference in people’s lives
- Qualifications as a registered nurse and current AHPRA registration
- At least 3 years in a nursing management role, at ward level or above
- Experience in managing people and budgets
- A background in Aged Care
Benefits available:
- Discounted gym memberships at Goodlife and Fitness First
- Retail savings with the Blue Light Card
- Discounted car hire
- Employee Assistance Program for you and your family
- Free Wellbeing App to support your mental and physical health
- Novated leasing for vehicles
- Workplace banking support
- ACN membership discounts for nurses
- Discounted health insurance with nib health
- Discounted JB HiFi
As one of the largest and fastest growing aged care providers in Australia, we need exceptional people to join us on our journey of providing high quality person centred aged care and services. If this is you, Apply Now!
Application Closing Date: 13 July 2025
Availability of accommodation on site (one bedroom unit) can be considered for successful applicants, if required.
Note: This role is available only for internal applicants/existing employees.
Estia Health is committed to embracing diversity, equity and inclusion in our workplaces. We encourage applications from people of all ages, cultures (including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples), abilities, sexual orientation and gender identities. If you need assistance to participate in our application process, please let us know.
Note: It is a condition of employment that you will be vaccinated against COVID-19 and Influenza. You will need to have one (1) dose of the COVID-19 vaccine. All shortlisted applicants will need to pass required background checks. If you are interested in a role please ensure you apply online as we do not accept emailed resumes.
