Registered Nurse – In-Home Care (Community Experience)

• Southeast Melbourne
• 12-Month Contract

About the Role

We are seeking a motivated Registered Nurse (Grade 3A) to join our Victoria team on a 12-month contract basis.

We are primarily looking for nurses based in Southeast Metro areas; however, the role may require coverage across neighbouring regions.

The primary purpose of the In-Home Care (IHC) Registered Nurse (Division 1) role is to provide comprehensive clinical care to consumers in a community setting. Working as part of a multidisciplinary team, you will deliver high-quality, best-practice care that meets consumer expectations and demonstrates a commitment to maintaining optimal dignity, respect, comfort, and quality of life.

As a nurse, you will provide care and support that enhances the health and wellbeing of clients who continue living in their own homes. You will focus on delivering high-quality care while maintaining dignity, respect, comfort, and quality of life.

Key Duties

• Deliver community nursing services, ensuring person-centred care through assessment, planning, documentation, and evaluation
• Implement interventions identified in each care plan and ensure the client’s response is evaluated, communicated, and documented in progress notes
• Facilitate a professional and compassionate approach to care
• Maintain clear, consistent communication while respecting individual privacy and dignity
• Ensure safe management of all clinical care tasks, including medication administration, infection prevention and control, wound care, and more

About You

You are passionate about growing your career in community nursing. You are solution-focused and committed to making a difference, aligning your approach with organisational and divisional goals. You work collaboratively within a close-knit team, demonstrating respect and professionalism in your daily practice.

• Must be a Registered Nurse (Division 1)
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in community nursing
• Current registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)
• Experience in aged care or working with elderly clients
• Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Word and basic Excel
• Valid driver’s licence and access to a car
• Warm, compassionate, and reliable team member

About BaptistCare

BaptistCare is a leading, purpose-driven care organisation, guided by our Christian identity and serving communities across Australia for more than 110 years. We support people to live better through aged care, home care, retirement living, community services, disability support, and housing.

We know that life’s challenges can make the world feel smaller. With the right people alongside us, it can feel more connected, supported, and hopeful again.

That’s what we work towards every day—enriching lives through communities of care. Today, more than 70,000 customers, 12,000 employees, and close to 2,000 volunteers are part of our communities across Australia.

BaptistCare – Inspired by Jesus to champion care for all.

Click ‘Apply’ now. Applications are reviewed as they are received, so don’t wait.

For questions about the role, contact Aya Badawy at aya.badawy@baptistcare.org.au.

Please note: applications must be submitted through our online system. We are unable to accept applications via email. We kindly ask that recruitment agencies refrain from contacting us or submitting candidates for this position. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

BaptistCare is committed to the safety, empowerment, and participation of all children. We have zero tolerance for child abuse and are dedicated to providing a safe and respectful environment for infants, children, and young people.