Job Overview & Context

An exciting casual opportunity exists for a Registered Nurse to join a specialised in-home palliative team with BlueCare in Bundaberg. As part of BlueCare’s statewide palliative care service expansion, this role offers a diverse opportunity combining professional growth in community services and palliative care. You will be primarily based in Bundaberg and supported by a robust clinical structure, innovative service models, and the wider BlueCare community service team to deliver exceptional end-of-life care to clients and their families in the comfort of their own homes.

Key Responsibilities & Duties

• Provide high-quality end-of-life and palliative care to clients and their families in their homes on a casual basis.
• Collaborate effectively with clients, families, and stakeholders to address comprehensive care requirements.
• Engage with various communities across Queensland to deliver person-centred care.
• Participate in specialised in-home palliative care delivery aligned with robust clinical structures and service models.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Current Registered Nurse Licence and Registration Certificate in the employing State (AHPRA).
• Hold a Bachelor of Nursing degree or an equivalent qualification.
• Exhibit mid to senior level proficiency in general nursing, showcasing clinical expertise and a person-centered care approach.
• Prior experience or ongoing pursuit of qualifications in palliative care, pain management, or acute care is highly valued.
• Possess a current driver’s license and the confidence to navigate rural and remote areas of Queensland.

Skills & Competencies

• Demonstrated aptitude in effective communication and collaboration with clients and stakeholders.
• Clinical expertise in general nursing with a strong person-centred care approach.
• Ability to work autonomously and as part of a supportive multidisciplinary community team.
• Confidence in navigating various communities, including rural and remote regions.

Salary, Benefits & Perks

• Hourly pay rate ranging from $45.29 to $57.06 per hour plus casual loading.
• Additional benefits include mileage reimbursement and salary packaging options.
• Save tax and increase take-home pay by salary packaging everyday living expenses and bills (up to $15,900) and meal entertainment (up to $2,650) per annum.
• Recognition and rewards platform providing employee discounts at hundreds of retailers (everyday expenses, holidays, health insurance, annual awards, wellbeing, and EAP).
• 12 weeks paid parental leave and 2 weeks paid partner leave (available after 6 months service), alongside government schemes.
• Diversity and inclusive leave options, including paid gender affirmation leave and cultural leave for significant events (Lunar New Year, Diwali, Ramadan, NAIDOC weeks, etc.).
• Career development opportunities with one of Australia’s trusted community and residential care providers.

About the Employer / Facility

BlueCare is proudly part of the UnitingCare Family, the state’s largest network of aged care workers with over 8,000 staff in blue. UnitingCare encompasses more, bringing together over 16,500 staff and 9,000 volunteers across brands like BlueCare, Lifeline, ARRCS, The Wesley Hospital, Buderim Private Hospital, St Stephen’s Hospital, and St Andrew’s War Memorial Hospital. UnitingCare is committed to being a Child Safe, Child Friendly organisation, embracing diversity, inclusion, equal opportunities, and reconciliation through strong encouragement of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants.

Location & Shift Details

• Location: Bundaberg Central / Bundaberg, Queensland.
• Employment Type: Casual opportunity.
• Environment: Community-based in-home palliative care across Bundaberg and surrounding areas.

How to Apply

Interested candidates can review the full details and submit their application through the official job posting channel provided via the application link.